Well ill pick up where i left, my last race of the season in October at the Rund Am Schloss Bruschal, Germany. The weather was peachy and the crowds had all come out to watch the short course points criterium around town.
The race started quick but my legs felt good coming off some fast racing in Belgium So it was easy to stay up front. I tried a few attacks but no one was willing to come with so I settled back in the bunch.
In the end with sprint points every 5 laps i came in 13th overall on points and 6th overall in the last sprint. I was happy with the legs but it was clear that I have to work to do on my sprinting fitness for the next season.
It was a big relief to finish the season with some good results and big races under my belt and most of all that I stayed healthy and upright on the bike. After a long season I took a few weeks off the bike for my Winter break and spent 2 weeks in Portugal. With a hired car, some couch surfing and some good and a lot of bad weather along the way, It turned out to be just the break i needed to come back refreshed and ready to rock.
I am now 6 weeks back into training for the 2015 season. Until now I was lucky that the Winter had only brought on rain and cold days, which although uncomfortable you can still ride through. Though now the snow has arrived and some days, like today I'm snowed in 'literally'. The streets are packed with snow, so when i cant get out for a roll I turn to the turbo trainer, swimming and running which is also a nice way to mix it up.
As for the next few weeks till season starts again in February, I will remain here in Germany training and enjoying the festive season. I am also happy to say that I will be staying with ASFRA racing team for 2015. The team has a great selection of races for the year so I look forward to gritting my teeth and racing among the best. Lastly I would like to say a big thank you to everyone that has supported me over the year especially my family and loved ones. Also a big thank you to my coach Luc. Without them none of this dream would be possible.
The race started quick but my legs felt good coming off some fast racing in Belgium So it was easy to stay up front. I tried a few attacks but no one was willing to come with so I settled back in the bunch.
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| Keeping up front |
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| On front strecthing out the peleton |
It was a big relief to finish the season with some good results and big races under my belt and most of all that I stayed healthy and upright on the bike. After a long season I took a few weeks off the bike for my Winter break and spent 2 weeks in Portugal. With a hired car, some couch surfing and some good and a lot of bad weather along the way, It turned out to be just the break i needed to come back refreshed and ready to rock.
I am now 6 weeks back into training for the 2015 season. Until now I was lucky that the Winter had only brought on rain and cold days, which although uncomfortable you can still ride through. Though now the snow has arrived and some days, like today I'm snowed in 'literally'. The streets are packed with snow, so when i cant get out for a roll I turn to the turbo trainer, swimming and running which is also a nice way to mix it up.
As for the next few weeks till season starts again in February, I will remain here in Germany training and enjoying the festive season. I am also happy to say that I will be staying with ASFRA racing team for 2015. The team has a great selection of races for the year so I look forward to gritting my teeth and racing among the best. Lastly I would like to say a big thank you to everyone that has supported me over the year especially my family and loved ones. Also a big thank you to my coach Luc. Without them none of this dream would be possible.
So a Merry Christmas and Happy new year to all and see you in the 2015.
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