Derrick began racing cars at an early age. To be clear, meaning on his bike against the cars. They won every time. He developed a hatred for the automobile. In 2004 he realized that he could also race against other bike riders, giving him a slightly better chance of wining. He soon grew to like other bike riders. Derrick's Shimano M540 wheels give him a competitive advantage that perfectly offsets his athletic handicap. He contends that Jan Ullrich is the greatest cyclist of all time. Mostly, because they look a alike.