Working version of RadioShack jersey

We wanted to say thank you for your support and give you a sneak preview of a working prototype of the jersey the guys will be riding in in 2010. While the final Jersey is expected to look very similar, it will be officially unveiled in Australia in January during the Tour Down Under. It was our goal this year to create something visually distinctive and a look that was symbolic of what we feel Team RadioShack is all about: cutting edge technology, speed, strength, determination and a global message to LIVESTRONG. The experts at Nike and our partners at RadioShack helped to create this fast form-fitting design using various textures and patterns symbolizing the themes of new technology, global connectivity and community. We think it looks pretty damn cool.

The guys are gearing up at training camp this week and will be riding in team colors for the first time. Stay tuned for more news and updates from the team as we get ready for the season kick off just a few weeks at the Tour Down Under!

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Photo taken after our first contract meeting

I’ve got more top secret news to throw into the rider transfer rumor-mill mix. Rahsaan Bahati is going to announce news tomorrow regarding the formation of a new team. Currently I’m embroiled in some intense negotiations with Bahati for my signature on a pro contract for 2010. However, there are a few sticking points. Currently I’m asking for a million dollars a year base salary, plus performance bonus, which is pretty standard for a rider of my caliber. Also, I’m demanding that Bahati stop Twittering as @fakeneilroad and to transfer those following the fake neilroad to the official @neilroad Twitter. Because I value the opinions of my twitter- and blog-verse, I have created this poll to weigh in on my situation. Vote on the poll and let me know what my next move should be.