The three-time Redlands stage winner, who specializes in criteriums and is a sprinter, was killed during a race last summer near Boston. The tragedy is still felt today. A German national team, led by Judith Arndt, bears some attention. The answer to that lies mainly on the top-sponsored teams, which take time out for major training prior to the season. Lesser teams must do it on their own, often while earning a living on some other job.
Teams are more likely to gear for that race, held in early summer.
It is tough to peak more than a few times during a season. Under ordinary circumstances, absolutely. It was her first major career victory, coming in her first season with Saturn. Since then, she's developed into one of North America's top riding talents. Last year, Dunlap came to life at the Highland Circuit race, increased her advantage at the Greenspot Time Trial - then got help from other solo riders to keep Bessette at arm's length at Oak Glen and the Sunset road race.