The first meeting of all athletes and their coaches, important preparation for the 2024 racing season. After twelve days on Mallorca, we can now truly say: Pushbikers Kick-Off!
The training camp on the Balearic island focussed on training, comparing performance and, for all Pushbikers, getting to know our new team bike and equipment. Many photos were taken that show the effort, but also the anticipation of the races and the friendship that characterises this team.
Mallorca is a place of longing for cyclists. Certainly also for the Pushbikers, but first and foremost the island provided perfect training conditions for pre-season preparation. As the first races were imminent, the focus was on intensive sessions, engine pacing, race simulation and fine-tuning certain processes such as leadouts. It was also an opportunity for the riders to test the material extensively and adjust it in some areas in consultation with team mechanic Sam.
“The training camp demanded a lot from us, no question about it,” says Max Benz-Kuch. “But I thought to myself every minute: it’s worth it. I am convinced that we have a very good team. Everyone knows about each other’s skills – we value each other.”
“The spirit in the group is enormous – and so the sessions felt very entertaining,” says newcomer Martin Meiler. The team camp gave everyone an insight into how they function as a group and where each rider has their strengths. “What I’m particularly pleased about as a newcomer is that we also get on really well outside of work, we still get together in the evenings and have fun. Now it’s up to the riders to get the season off to a good start and begin the year successfully.”
After returning from the training camp, the Pushbikers were guests at Maloja’s headquarters to discuss not only this season’s cycling clothing, but also the changes from 2023 to 2024 in an extensive feedback session and providing input. Straight after, the travel began to Slovenia for the first four one-day road races.
