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After being hit by a car & flying into a barb wired fence, he picked himself up and finished the stage....where he took the leader in the King of the Mountains competition and was also awarded the Most Aggressive rider award.

Bravo Johnny. We are glad that both you and Juan Antonio Flecha are ok.

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A funny customer email relating to our event sponsorship program.

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Hi Edward:

Just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks.

Back in August of 2006, you appeared via phone on my Fitness Buff Radio Show, which at the time was heard on a Tampa Bay AM station but now is on BlogTalk Radio. (see fitnessbuffshow.com.)

Our show at the time was broadcast from a clothing-optional resort in Tampa and I've since created two clothing-optional 5K races, including the Streak the Cove 5K (see nude5k.com) that took place last week. Thrilled to have RoadID on board as a sponsor. Though we didn't need race numbers for obvious reasons, I noticed a number of runners wearing nothing but shoes and RoadIDs. It was great to include RoadID gift cards in our post-race raffles and the coupons in the race packets and I'll be applying again for our second-annual Caliente Bare Dare 5K in October.

Glad to see your company has grown since that radio appearance nearly five years ago. You folks do noble work.

Best,
Pete W.

endurancesportsflorida.com
nuderaces.com

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"The Hell of the North," "The Queen of the Classics," the most epic one day race in the world, scared me to the point that I almost regretted asking for a start. Riding 27 sectors totaling 51.5 km of cobblestone roads designed for tractors is like sitting on a jackhammer. After 60 km of course recon, my hands throbbed and my back ached.

Paris-Roubaix: 258 km (160 miles)

Pre-Race

RadioShack's young riders followed attacks. I made a short lived escape with two riders. The day's main breakaway, however, including the Shack's Oliviera, took 80 km to establish. All 200 riders fought to start the first cobble sector in front. A crash stopped me and Ted King, but we caught up on the cobbles.

Another crash, another stop, another chase- this time with a group of riders. As long as I was with groups, I didn't stress. We nearly rejoined the back of the peloton at the legendary Arenberg Forest, but hit more carnage traffic involving race favorite Tom Boonen. On the other side of the forest, Boonen came to the front of our small group. I stayed with him and experienced his power on the cobbles.

Course Recon

A blinding cloud of dust surrounded the stampeding peloton. As soon as Boonen had pulled us back in contact with the group he went down in a heap of wreckage. A chilling moan arose from the left ditch. Once more and for good this time, the peloton left a big group behind.

At an ordinary race we might have stopped, but this is Paris-Roubaix. My teammate Robbie McEwen who has been a pro since I was a baby said, "the lights went out 20 km from the finish, but this race is cycling history, and I very much wanted to finish."

My group pounded cobbles for the last 50 km and swung into the velodrome for the obligatory victory lap with the crowd still cheering thirteen minutes after winner, Johan Van Summeren.

Gregory Rast, my teammate, finished 4th, and six of eight RadioShack riders were among the 108 who completed the course. At the finish our director, Dirk Demol (1988 Paris Roubaix winner), said, "We were passing all these riders. I kept thinking we must have missed you, but you were still in the race! Good job." Paris-Roubaix- there's nothing like it.

This morning my body aches. But finishing Paris-Roubaix was worth the blisters, sores, and cramps. If you need me, I'll be in bed.

BK

More about my race at Velonews:

http://velonews.competitor.com/2011/04/news/u-s-champion-ben-king-enjoys-2011-paris-roubaix-crashes-chases-and-all_168460

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Look at him, flaunting his Trek Speed Concept Bike, Hed Wheels, Garmin watch, Newton Running shoes, Oakley glasses, and Giro helmet. It's disgusting how happy he looks. Not even the 32 degree temps on the day he took the photos could keep him from smiling.

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Student: Harrison / 4th Grade

Assignment: Give each classmate a valentine that includes a compliment about them.

Here are the compliments:

1. Emma- Love your can-do attitude!

2. Lauren- Your laugh is uniquely satisfying.

3. Allison- Your eyes light up like stars in the night sky.

4. Morgan- You’re a great academic motivator.

5. Shanley- You brought back some good spirit from California.

6. Seth- Your brain is as bright as the sun.

7. Sam- You crack me up like a saltine cracker.

8. Jack- You hit a home run in life in my book.

9. Coby- You have a great Hawaiian personality.

10. Matthew- You make friends quicker than sound.

11. Everett- You have a great taste for music.

12. Luke- You attract friends like an electro-magnet.

13. Colin- You could have put a joke in every day of life.

14. John- You are as creative as a pencil.

15. Caleb- You have a great sense of humor.

16. Cade- You can light up the world with your great hospitality.

17. Josh-  You have never frowned in the entire year.

18. Chandler- You are Lebron James II

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Why Should You Wear A Road ID?

Here’s 108 Reasons Our Facebook Fans Gave Us

1.     Debby Bradford

The most important line on mine reads "pets in home need care". If I am unconscious or dead, the FIRST number called will be my pet sitter. She knows who to contact from there. I wear it when kayaking or SCUBA diving also.

2.     Greg Ranck

For peace of mind for myself and my family

3.     Claudia Sabrina White

There was a girl in my city who got hit by a car when she was running early one morning, and the car threw her into a ditch along the side of the road. If something like that happens to me when I am running or riding my bike, I would like my body to be identified. It gives me peace of mind, and also my family. Road ID is the best invention ever!

4.     Richard Bauman

Because because because because...because of the wonderful things it does

5.     Jacob Bradley Shores

Peace of mind! Plus my personal message (Philippians 4:13) gets me through those long runs and rides. What you guys do is awesome.

6.     Meagan Bush

Because I would be a hypocrite for making my hubby wear it and not doing it myself. And it could help save my life!

7.     Dave Baraloto

Because the voices in my head told me to.

8.     Brent Thompson

Because I spent 1/2 hour on the pavement once after being hit by a car and no one helped me. Plus, it's amazingly cool looking and they donate to charity. I wear it skiing, running and soon riding. Hey, you never know.

9.     Ann Prindle

I wear it cycling, xc skiing, hiking... anytime I think I might need it just in case . . . .
LOVE the Team In Training logo! Thank you!

10.  Richard Hilton

So if a cycling crash occurs and they do treatment and calls can be made. Time saved is life saved.

11.  Tony Rosenberg

Because, I've had a heart attack before, and people should know that I bleed out easily ... LOL. Why? my girlfriend worries....nuff said. I just bought a Fix ID, but would like to have a wrist one as well.

12.  Jim Bixler

So that I always make it home

13.  Hiromi Gonzalez Racanelli

Originally, I was scared that while running I'd go hypoglycemic and pass out. Now it just gives me peace of mind.

14.  Eric Kamm

Because I'm HIV+. Because drivers use phones and eat while driving. Because I want my husband notified in CASE there is an accident!

15.  Augustus Gibson

I put mine on each morning and wear it every day. I suffer TBI from a previous bike-car accident in which I wish I had a Road ID to provide contact information then. It gives me a little peace of mind in case I have another accident.

16.  Samuel Bennett

I like the guys who invented Road ID. Both of them have amazing hair!

17.  Betty Mikie Bocell Rust

Because I run in an area where crosswalks and walk signals are a waste of city money. Plus it pleases my husband.

18.  Jayson Torres

Because Bobke might kick my ass if I don't.... Good nuff reason as any.

19.  Katrien Verswyvel

Because my parents are frightened=)

20.  Kris Marrs

Because I am a Paramedic and it only makes sense. If I had an unconscious patient with one of these ID's it would help out greatly instead of having a "John doe". It gives us a place to start. Resources to call to find out more info on the patient once in the ER. Speeds up the whole process. I wear one when I run.

21.  Julian Allen

Because I am a continent away from any family and it will help connect my local contacts as well as them in the case of an emergency. Always good to be able to identify the body and call someone to collect it!

22.  Jason Buxbaum

I haven't worn one yet because I just ordered it. In 2007 when I was hit by a car it would have been nice to have it. I got lucky and the cop found my driver’s license. Let’s hope I don't really need the Road ID and it will just be a cool thing to ride with. :)

23.  Alan Gosse

Just in case. I ordered the elite and wear it full time. People ask me what it is and I explain it's like dog tags for civilians.

24.  Doug Hill

I wear it when I'm kayaking. So that they know where to send the corpse when they find me floating! =)

25.  Chad Manzano

I wear mine 24/7. Anything could happen anywhere. My wife is more comfortable with me wearing one when I am out. All necessary info is there for emergency personnel to access and assurance that family will be reached no question.

26.  Richard Lennon

Always; biking or not. I live and travel alone; if "they" find me somewhere they'll have a CLUE what's happening!!! SO much peace of mind!!!!!!!! Thank YOU for a fine product at a great value!!!

27.  Sue Barker

I wear mine because it can speak for me if I'm not able to. Most of my outdoor 'play' is solo: walking the dog, hiking, snowshoe, etc... So the chances someone would know who to call if I got hurt are pretty darned slim.

28.  Rodney Haun

I prefer to run at night and can be gone for hours so it gives my wife some peace.

29.  Christian St-Pierre

Because Liz and Levi do! No kidding... we really feel safer with them ;-)

30.  Carolynn Prout West

it makes me feel better when I go out running by myself.

31.  Stephanie Tiger

I usually ride alone. Someone always knows where I am riding and how long I should be.

32.  Jessica Lazenby Webster

Because I live in a rural area and though I run on a well-traveled greenway, I don't trust everyone around here... can't be too careful, and I do hate carrying my driver's license. NO POCKETS on my running shorts! Also use it for cycling -- it's only common sense as I live in one of the unfriendliest states there is when it comes to cycling.... thanks for a little peace of mind, Road ID!

33.  Tammi Barnes

I wear my Road ID in remembrance of my brother who passed away back on September 3rd after he went into cardiac arrest while running. Because he carried no ID with him it took about 4-5 hours before my sister-in-law (his widow) was able to find out where he was. If he would have been wearing a Road ID she and my mom would have been able to be with him quicker and had more time with him before he passed away.
Wearing a Road ID will make sure my husband, my sons, and myself will never be a Joe or Jane Doe should anything ever happen to us.

34.  Buddy Wilson

To help balance the watch on the other wrist.

35.  LaMonica Holden Mergel

it's cool enough that my 9yr old son will wear it with his medical info/allergies and it gives me peace of mind ♥

36.  Ann Tressel Kirn

to secure a higher settlement from the defendant upon my unlikely death

37.  Colin Moakley

Because I crash......A lot!

38.  Annie Leger-Jeffrey

Because the one day I don't wear it, something will happen.

39.  Dawn Waddell Tecklenburg

Whether it’s running, snowshoeing, or skiing- I like to go off trail. If something happens, at least I know I something to I.D. myself so I can be taken care of.

40.  Jason Herman

It gives me the peace of mind that no matter how far I bike away from home, or no matter how busy the road, I am protected in case something happens to me (ok... besides the dropped chain wrapping itself around my derailleur)

41.  Harald Dreher

Just perfect to have a stylish ID on you, when you are training... Never have any other ID with me running, swimming or biking... Just ordered an elite... So soon I will have an ID with me 24/7!

42.  Clarice ONeal

I go on paths by myself, just makes me feel a little better to know if something happens then my family will be notified.

43.  Christopher Smith

My girlfriend made me get one once I started doing longer cycling rides and camping trips on Lake Superior. She's convinced a bear is going to eat me and the police are just going to find an ulna with a RoadID bracelet around it.

44.  Katherine Gifford

My friends (who always wear theirs) purchased one for me! I'm frequently running out on the trails alone, and it brings my partner peace of mind. Thanks Road ID!

45.  Brandan Kelter

Inline marathon skating. I spend a good amount of time on the road. And with skating, there isn't really anywhere to put my ID or wallet.

46.  Jerry Fountain

My daughter gave me my RoadID for Christmas '09 because I ride a motorcycle and it's obvious why I'd need one for that risky hobby, but I also need it because I am a crossing guard and the cars sometimes get a little close and you never know when one will clip ya someday and I'll need help fast!

47.  Molly Fleishman

After reading these comments it makes me want to wear mine more than I do. I got it to wear when I run outside and it's been so wintery for weeks so I've been running indoors and haven't been wearing it. I should wear it ALL THE TIME as a statement that I care about myself and those that love me. I'd say that's a good enough reason. You just never know when it might save your life.

48.  Pam Jones

My sis intro'd me to it. I now have the yellow wrist for all those sporting events and now the elite for each day working no matter the outfit... I travel frequently and it makes sense 4 info 2 b convenient. Got the FIXX id 4 the son b4 NYC vaca just in case. Ditto on the peace of mind!! Have even bought them as gifts. Gr8 concept, company!! Thank you RoadId!

49.  Leigh Anne Dennis

Because all the cool kids are doing it!

50.  Kelli Badillo

Because it's the smart thing to do.

51.  Jamie Fellrath

Because, just in case something does happen, I want my family to know and be able to help me.

52.  Jim Freer

Because it makes my wife more comfortable when I am out riding.

53.  Bjorn Vijayanagar

For the obvious reason! It could save my life!

54.  Tom Blanchard

To ID me while on the Road! Actually there was a horrible accident in my area where a runner was killed from a big branch that fell. The runner was unidentified for a while because they had no ID on. I always wear mine now.

55.  Marianne Perreault

Because of the obvious... it can save my life if I take a digger while I'm riding or running.
My father wears it because he has Alzheimer's; it gives us peace of mind.

56.  Tina Marie

because I frequently ride alone and if an idiot in a box ran me down, I would want someone to know to call my husband! Also, as someone pointed out at our club meeting last night, it is one way to tell people immediately that you are an ORGAN DONOR!

57.  Donna Arledge Segelken

To alert anyone upon emergency, whom to call. I even wear it when I travel across state lines in my truck, alone. Thanks for making them!

58.  Brent Hair

so my leg can be returned to me after a car rips it off while I'm riding

59.  Jeff Plack

So that on those days that I feel like I'm going to pass out on a long run, someone will be able to identify me or at least use it as a handle to pull me out of the road.

60.  Brian Ellison

Because cars scare me!

61.  Brooke Elyse

for the unexpected surprises of the trail

62.  Mike Gates

You apparently haven't met me.

63.  Willem Pennings

for some reason I feel safer when I wear it

64.  Cole Barthold

because may of last year, I was hit by a car while on my bike and luckily I walked away from it with just broken finger. but when I went to the hospital it was so hard to get all my info cause I didn’t have my wallet. and right there is when I decided I need a road id

65.  Scott Wrosch

If you're familiar at all with the idiots on the road in the Detroit area, I think that's all I need to say.

66.  Katie Martyn Delco

Because pickup trucks drive 80 miles/hour down the center of rural VA roads!

67.  Kariem Ortiz-Vincenty

I wear it because it gives my family peace of mind. My dad's response to an email telling him about it: "Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

68.  Ray Fernandez

To prevent a medical disaster if I become road kill.

69.  Joseph Szakaly

Because accidents do happen and my Road ID will speak for me when I can't.

70.  Derek Hill

Because I love being able to return home to my family after any run/ride/tri that I do. It’s a great insurance policy!

71.  Mike Siers

just in case something happens and it holds my Championchip when I race

72.  Michael Lloyd

I treat my Road ID like my bike helmet, always wear both! Even when I am on my white water boat I have my Road ID...

73.  Paula Jean Lunt

Because I'm blond, how else will I remember where I live!

74.  Carrie Banks Cole

With honor for needed it!!!

75.  Sue Gay

Amen to the idiots in the Detroit area...if I'm turned into a speed bump, I want to have some ID on me!

76.  Mary Nottingham

Because it’s pink! And Levi says I should!!

77.  Perry Ligon

Because I've fallen while running twice in the last month - I just know I'm gonna knock myself silly one of these times...

78.  Carol Marks

Because it is sexy red and fashionable! It also reminds me why I quit smoking and took up running.

79.  Hai-Ping Hwang-Twigg

Because every day I am out on a run or ride, there is always a driver who missed my day-glo yellow and orange clothing, and almost runs me down.

80.  Trinity Allen

Because Caitie would kill me for riding alone without one. Because expecting my hiking/riding buddies to know who to call or who my insurance provider is in an emergency is not realistic. Because my official IDs are always on the bike or in a backpack not on me. Because cagers have proven to be drunken idiots. And most importantly because sometimes I need something to yell "Failure is not an option" at mile 3 of 5 on mountain climbs when I've run out of gears and the riding buddies have already descended.

81.  Barry Bowden

It gives the girls a reason to start a conversation with me if they think I'm cute. Seems to work better for guys who think I'm cute though...

82.  Kimberly Carroll-Pincus

Because, as my husband says, he would be screwed if something happened to me... Anything that might possibly save my life or get me help quicker, he wants me to do - hence the hi viz stuff he tries to make me to wear anytime there is a cloud in the sky.

83.  Sam Billioni

it could save my life and it looks cool!!

84.  Gary Schmidt

I have Type 1 diabetes and don't wear any kind of medic alert or anything. My RoadID is my own person cool version of a medic alert bracelet.

85.  Neal Rogers

I wear my RoadID for the security in knowing if something should happen to me while bike commuting or weekend warrior-ing, First Responders will have accurate info about me!

86.  Sabrina Holman

I was hit by a train (I *was* in a car) and it took hours for doctors to get any useful information out of me to contact my family.

87.  Erin Staal

it makes me feel like the athlete I used to be. Also, much cheaper than smoke and mirrors.

88.  Jennifer Phillips Reed

Because I was in a car accident a few years ago and I couldn't find my health insurance info in my wrecked car. They left me in a room by myself to try to track it down and wouldn't x-ray my neck until they did. I'd like to avoid that if I'm ever hurt while running or hiking.

89.  Esther Frometa-Spring

It will probably save my life in case anything would happen and I'm unable to speak for myself. Definitely a great gift for any athlete. :)

90.  Erik Cho

It is the most vital thing to wear. After getting run over by a BMW I always wear my road id

91.  Penina Scullion

I like having it on anytime I go somewhere where folks would not know me, it gives me peace of mind.

92.  Gisselle Lopez Matta

it's part of my safety gear. I use it for running and riding my bike. If something bad were to happen, I want other people to be able to know who I am and call emergency contact.

93.  Charles Morgan

Because I'm old enough to know I'm not immortal, and not old enough to not care...

94.  Sue Pilipauskas

I wear it because I live in Chicago where I've been hit by two cars, a cab and a cyclist. I've walked away from them all but decided that the odds are probably not in my favor. I want emergency personnel to be in the know in the event that I can't walk away or speak for myself.  Thanks for the peace of mind Road ID.

95.  Denise Gerber Klinger

I wear it for the safety not just me, but also for the safety of my kids. Sometimes I run pushing my 3 year old & 18 month old in the stroller.

96.  Debby Bradford

The most important line on mine reads "pets in home need care". If I am unconscious or dead, the FIRST number called will be my petsitter. She knows who to contact from there. I wear it when kayaking or SCUBA diving also.

97.  Patrick Harder

why? my girlfriend worries....nuff said. I just bought a Fix ID, but would like to have a wrist one as well.

98.  Becky Baker Wright

A bunch of people at my work including myself ride at lunch on a bike trail along a river bed behind my work. There are so many turns and hills that many have crashed and gotten hurt pretty bad. I have always been scared that I would be alone and something happens to me. I was really happy to see something that was easy to wear. Thanks for the product!!!! I got the wrist sport in Pink.

99.  Renee Kunz Jeffries

I just ordered one. I tend to hold off on pushing myself during a run in fear of passing out and nobody knowing who I was or who to call. This should help ease my mind

100.    Tracy Mitchell McDonald

I actually attach our Road ID bracelet to our stroller. When going for walks in our neighborhood I don't bring anything with me. Now I have some ID should something happen while out on our walks. My brother-in-law uses his on his shoe for his runs

101.    Eric Kamm

I wear a "Fixx" tag around my neck and when cycling I wear and ankle Road ID for the added visibility. In morbid humor - to also pre-supply the toe tag. I never leave home without 1 or the other or both! Every training ride, Road ID is mentioned.

102.  Wayne Willcox

I wear my dog tag every day. I ride motorcycles a lot and since it was just a hassle taking it on and off I just leave it on. Reminds me of my navy days.

103.   Kirk Hendricksen

My wife and I both wear them now. Over a year ago we both crashed at the same spot on different days. Her helmet shattered on impact, did its job perfectly. No injuries. Now we both have road IDs and recommend them daily. I don’t feel safe without it. It is like wearing a seat belt for me. Just renewed my interactive ID.

104.  Deborah Phillips

I'm recovering from injury and I wear mine every day, just to encourage and remind myself (and everyone else) that soon I'll be back out on the roads every day!

105.  Tim Maynard

I wear mine because I feel a bit safer knowing if I ever do have a cycling accident someone will know just who to call.

106.  Bret Gross  

After being rear-ended at a stop sign by a pickup truck (while riding my bicycle) I was conscious and able to answer questions in the ambulance and at the E.R. It wasn't until about an hour later, while waiting for x-rays, that I glanced down and saw my Road I.D. on my wrist. I realized then that I'd

107.  Sally Harrowing

I bought Road ID for my husband, he wears it every day to work. He is Insulin dependent diabetic and has Chronic Kidney Failure so we both have peace of mind that the right treatment would be given in an emergency.

108.   Alex Wong

I train 5 days a week, either in a pool or on the road running or riding, so having my Road ID brings some peace of mind if something was to happen. Ever since getting my Elite in the mail, it is on my wrist 24/7. My fiancé just ordered one, and my buddy who is a runner is finally getting one after seeing mine.

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