I might have changed, but that did not mean the sport had.

I had grown used to getting a pat on the back and being told after a good result: 'Well done, David - you should be happy, you're the first clean rider.

I shave my legs twice a week. It's hard the first time you do it. But I'm very lazy. For a team photo in December I just did the fronts.

I was awarded 'Most Aggressive Rider of the Day', generally given to the most spectacular loser of the day.

Cycling is such a stupid sport. Next time you are in a car travelling at 40mph think about jumping out - naked. That's what it's like when we crash.

The manner in which one loses the battle can sometimes outshine the victory.

If you're not at the front, you're not in the race.