RIP

Yesterday's Rapha Gentlemen's Ride was an absolutely beautiful day until a fellow rider went down and never got up. Albert and I were part of the group he was descending with, and what we witnessed will continue to affect me with every pedal stroke I take. Albert sent me the following, which is exactly what I'd say if I could've found the words.

It's hard to describe what it's like to see a man breathing his last breaths. One of Roberto's friends posted on Bike Effect's Facebook that he died doing what he loved. I hope he had peace in his final seconds. I didn't know him and I'm sure most of the 50 plus riders there didn't as well, but we all felt connected to him and our thoughts and prayers will be with him. 

Rest in peace, Roberto.