Cycling: From private enjoyment to racing – that’s the way forward

They feel comfortable on the saddle of their bikes and have great goals. Kristina Vogel is looking for two more gold medals to lead the perpetual ranking together with the Australian Anna Meares. The Spaniard Alejandro Valverde has already reached his personal stage goal.

In Abu Dhabi, the 37-year-old wins both the final stage and the round trip. On the other hand, in private cycling, those who wish to get rid of snow-covered and icy roads and finally get back on their bikes are gearing up. But how does the road from private cycling to professional cycling actually lead?

Those who are already a big fan of cycling in their private lives and spend more time on their bicycles than just ten minutes a day could start with an effective form of cycling training for which these features of the racing bike are crucial:

Whoever starts training with a professional road bike has already done a lot of things right. Now it’s time to learn the right technique.

Whoever dares to venture onto the track equipped with a suitable bicycle and with the well-trained basic technique does not do this – in a race – alone. In order to be well prepared for time travel, sprint and uphill rides, this preparation is recommended: