From Garrett Peltonen

The 2007 season has come to a close and aside from enjoying some much awaited rest and relaxation it is already time to start thinking about next year.

The past season has been a successful one for us with Ben Jacques-Maynes finishing an impressive second overall in the NRC rankings and the team accumulating many wins along the way.

Next season with a new title sponsor, Bissell, we look forward to building on the past years success and having an even better 2008 season. With the core group of last years team returning on top of a few new key acquisitions it will definitely be an exciting year which will once again kick off in mid-February with the Tour of California.

On a more personal not I could not be happier than to be part of the Bissell professional cycling team for 2008. Glen Mitchell, our director, has assembled the right mix of guys who are not only talented cyclists but are also great friends with good chemistry. All of which are important ingredients for a successfully cycling team.

It will also be a pleasure having Bissell on board as the title sponsor for 2008. Not only is Bissell the industry leader in home cleaning supplies but the company has a true interest in cycling. Mark Bissell, the President and CEO of Bissell, is an avid cycling fan himself which is great. It is not uncommon to find Mr. Bissell out riding with us at training camp or supporting us at various races throughout the year with his wife. From a rider standpoint I find it unique to have such a personable, supportive sponsor who understands cycling and truly cares!

On that note look for the Bissell Professional Cycling Team on the top step of the podium in 2008!

-Garrett Peltonen