Kimberly Menozzi, Author

The good news - for cycling fans, that is - is that so far, Contador's level of Clenbuterol looks ridiculously low. It's certainly not enough to affect his riding.

However, time will tell what direction the UCI will go with any penalties. Here's hoping they'll see some sense, here.

It's not often you'll find fervent fans of the sport in the US - it's more prevalent elsewhere in the world, just like soccer. LOL! All the same, it was my cousin who really got me in to the sport - via his amateur competitions when we were teens. We bonded, and I was introduced the concept of "lycra candy" via his competitors.

I go through phases, too, to be honest. Once I arrived in Italy, though, it was bound to become a passion once again. There's just something about the whole experience that mesmerizes me. If you ever get the chance to attend a criterium race, give it a try. It's not as dramatic or scary as auto racing or motorcycle racing, but it has a drama unique to the sport.

And hey - I warned y'all, didn't I? LOL!