The third year that we start with Corona, but somehow I'm more optimistic than in the last two years. I've actually already started planning this year and I'm really looking forward to the next few months, in which I'll be cycling many roads, paths and trails.
Read more300km classic in comparison
MSR300 and the differences to the Vätternrundan I know, comparisons are always a bit ungrateful, but actually that is exactly the crux of the matter when you are faced with a decision about Vätternrundan or Mecklenburger Seen Runde (MSR 300). Since I've already ridden the Vättern last year, I wanted to do it in Neubrandenburg this year
Read moreNo time - I have to go racing
Road cycling is the most beautiful thing in the world, but very time-consuming. As a racing cyclist, while enjoying the ride on a racing bike, a lot of time passes and other things suffer or are simply postponed. Family, friends and other hobbies. Good planning of your free time is essential when
Read moreMecklenburg Lake Circuit 2018
The Mecklenburg Lake Circuit – also known as MSR300 for short – is the German counterpart to the legendary Vätternrundan in Sweden at the summer solstice. There are many similarities but also many differences between the two events and both are very appealing. In 2017 I rode the Vätternrundan in Motala, this year thought
Read moreUltra-distance races are all the rage
There are more and more ultra-distance races beyond 300 km. Whether in one piece or in the form of a brevet with short overnight stays and then several thousand kilometers, racing cyclists are always looking for new limits and meanwhile don't even have to drive that far to take part in these events. Bike marathons, bevets and ultra-distance races
Read moreSeason planning 2018
The 2018 racing season is fast approaching. While some racing cyclists are going to the training camp in Mallorca in a timely manner, I will do my pre-season training at home. The temperatures prevent me from getting on the road bike right away, but I'm hoping for a few mild days at the beginning
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