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A new start: The Tom Danielson diary 2005
After his ill-fated stint with Fassa Bortolo in 2004, likable American climbing specialist Tom Danielson looks to have found a more conducive home for 2005 with Lance Armstrong's Discovery Channel team. Follow his diary on Cyclingnews as he rides alongside the Boss as part of Discovery's ProTour arsenal.
Pre-Giro d'Italia: May 5, 2005
Exciting times, and even some quality time
Hey there!
On my way to Italy today. It has been so nice relaxing a bit with my wife Kristin between races, but now I am 'back in the office'. We've been trying to spend every minute together as we haven't seen each other too much. She has been great; traveling all over the world between her races, trying to squeeze in some time together as much as possible. Back to the Giro - I am excited for this race. Not because I have any expecations, but because it will be an important experience for the future.
I will be riding in support of Paolo [Savoldelli], a rider I have much respect for and, by helping him, I can learn more. He's won this race before and as a team we will do our best to give him every opportunity to do it again.
Eki's crash last week is very unfortunate. During the first part of this season I was very lucky to do some races with him and learn so much. He is a super rider and a super character. He will have no problem recovering and come back stronger then before. Throughout the Giro I will keep you guys updated on how it is going. It's very exciting to be a part of the Discovery Channel team this year, particularly coming into the Grand Tours and am very fortunate to be working hard for such a great group of people.
TD