presentation of the team Veranda rideau U

It's incredible. So many journalists, friends and supporters came to the presentation of the Team Veranda Rideau U. I had a photo taken 100 times. Now I am really motivated for this season and for now everything goes well. I put a few photos. The quality isn't really good nevertheless you can imagine what the event looked like.

taping for cyclists

If you have a knee ache, there is a new method of treating it which is called taping for cyclists. It's a system of putting some plasters on your knees which aim is to make the knee less fragile and to make the tendons less tense. Apparently it works because after such treatment I feel better.

cycling sprint training

We've just returned from the sports camp in Vendee. We cycled between 3 and 4 hours every day and we practised sprints. I was in good shape.
There are a few methods to practise cycling sprint training. The best one is of course taking part in races such as criteriums but there are other things which you can practice. For example, find ten road signs which are not too much away from each other and make ten 200 metres sprints. You can also find a road where is not too much traffic and sprint for 200 metres. Then go back and return the same way and relax. Make 10 such repetitions. One more good exercise is riding behind a motorbike or a car and trying to overtake it. Also repeat this task 10 times.

pedalling frequency, what is the best pedalling frequncy

Pedalling frequency is the number of times you turn your cranks per minute. It is said that the best pedalling frequency is 90, however it depends on individual characteristcs of a cyclist. There are some cyclists like for example Bert Grabsh whose pedalling frequncy is only 50 or less. So you must see what pedalling frequency you feel most comfortable with. Mine is about 70.

how to cycle in the snow

I was born in Poland so the snow isn't anything new for me. I began cycling almost twenty years ago and each winter I had deal with snow. How to cycle in the snow? There a few things I would suggest. First of all avoid cycling on the main roads. Try to choose the roads where there are not many cars so it's less dangorous and you won't pay a fine. Last winter at Christmas Eve I had to pay a fine as I was cycling on the motorway. Secondly avoid cycling on the road bike. when there is snow it's more comfortable and less dangorous if you cycle on the mountain bike. Next you can buy special tyres which are better than usual ones. And the last thing, riding on the snow is great fun and probably you will fall a few times, but don't worry cause these crashes won't be dangerous. Snow is rather soft :) So, how to cycle in the snow? Choose the right gear, balance your body and have a good fun!

how to cycle in the snow in Poland

how to start cycling training after a break

The first training after a break might seem difficult but if you stick to some simple tips it might not be that bad.
1. First cycling training after a break shouldn't be too long. 30 kms seems enough.
2. Don't push hard gear to avoid injuries.
3. Eat good breakfast Your body needs more calories after a break.
4. Don't ride too fast. Admire the landscape. The first training after a break should be enjoyable.
5. In the first week after a break don't ride a lot. Your body must get used to the workload.

Święta we Francji w Pavilly

Już czuć Świąteczną atmosferę. Całe nasze miasteczko jest fajnie udekorowane. Szkoda tylko, że od trzech dni nonstop leje :(. Dzisiaj 100km. Wróciłem nieco zmęczony, trochę na głodzie, cały trening w ulewie i w siłnym wietrze. Nie bedę narzekał. Bywało gorzej.

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