Another month full of adventures and new experiences is already a thing of the past. I've now reached the halfway point of this year's Japan tour. I'm now looking forward to the second part of my trip, but first, I want to tell you about my last few weeks. The third race in Chiba was supposed to be a test of my form and... read more
Today I'm checking in again from faraway Japan. You're probably curious to know how I've been doing these past few days and weeks, and what I've experienced in all this time. At the end of school, the final exams were coming up. First, I had to take my practical exam. That involved disassembling and reassembling a track bike. The time limit was... read more
Lifestyle: Everyone in this country is probably familiar with the Olympic version of the keirin. With Olympic silver medalist Maximilian Levy, Kristina Vogel, and many others, the German team is actually quite well-positioned. But the competitive sprint, as defined by the UCI (International Cycling Union) in its rules, is merely an adaptation of the original version. Keirin was... read more
Traditionally, speedway is actually a motorcycle sport. Actually - as this squad of Japanese bikers proves. ... read more
The organizers of the Tour de France came up with something special for the end of the season, inviting the stars of the peloton to Japan to introduce the sport to the fans in Saitama. But it wasn't just them who were treated to an impressive show. On the eve of the race, some riders were able to learn the art of sumo at a local dojo... read more
