Mountain biker Rourke Croeser shares with us his reflection on the science of cycling.
Learning to love the science of cycling. Each to his own but at this level, who we surround ourselves with makes the difference.
I thought whilst I have a bit of time on my final flight to Geneva, I’d give you a short recap on the past months racing, and travels up to now.
I know reading race reports can be boring, so I’ll keep it short and sweet.
Eston Classic is a big one for the team, being a KZN based team we take pride in the event. It almost seems as we have to win it.
I knew I was in good form, a slight change in metal approach and coach has made a huge difference.
The sport has become a science. You see athletes pitch up on a start line and think all they do is train, race and maybe win, I wish!
Each and every day is analyze. Tweaking certain elements to gain a watt or two. Yes even I think that’s crazy!
Getting back to the event, Impi Events has to be a leader in their field. Understanding the importance of keeping the professionals as well as the weekend warriors happy is a job I’d hate to do. I think they hit the spot every time.
Again there was a massive turn out, if I’m not mistaken 4000 riders? The golden rule of winning Eston is to win the KOM. It’s almost a given if you win the KOM you will win the race. Almost?
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