Taylor Phinney makes his way through the start-house staging area. Phinney started early in the day but at the end of the stage, he still had the fastest time by ten seconds.
Phinney races on familiar streets in downtown Denver.
George Hincapie completed his final stage as a professional in front of enthusiastic and appreciative crowds. His ride in the time trial was hardly ceremonial—he finished twenty-third of ninety-six starters.
Levi Leipheimer adjusts his cooling vest in preparation for his time trial start.