[Kimmers]

Lance seems to be of a different demeanor this year, still competitive but he just seemed more relaxed.....maybe he found God...

[FlyVet]

He's an old man for a bike racer, so maybe he appreciates just being there more than a younger man could.

Considering his age, plus he broke his collarbone in March, and had surgery to correct it, 3rd place is amazing.

Years ago I broke my collarbone while mountain biking, and even six weeks later, it was still very sore when I got back on the bike. I didn't feel like doing any strenuous biking for weeks after that.

I suspect he will be going for 1st next year, if that age bug doesn't bite him.