All i know is that in may i was panicing about not being in Crit shape.  But i did some self assessment with the help of Joe Friels book and i am becoming hella strong and hella fast!  I have now reached the points requirement to race at the cat 3 level.  Although i could upgrade now it would benefit me to stay a 4 through this season upgrade at the end and then implement some intense training for the spring classics.  Stay tuned SUCKAS!