Community

## The aim of the campaign

We want to create an inclusive community for everyone, where women can feel good about themselves, become more confident, empowered and motivated, and bring about positive change. 

We champion active women cyclists across the world, no matter where they are, without judgement or prejudice. This is their space and this is their time.

![pumped woman riding an indooor cycle](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/528/imagenrfd.png)




## What women want

Believe it or not, men and women are different, and that means they look for different things in cycling. Before planning the campaign, we first asked women why they enjoyed riding with ROUVY.

Three clear reasons emerged:

- Staying fit and staying in shape
- The convenience of being able to ride throughout the year at any time
- Enjoyment of the realism and variety of the routes

Most women enjoy riding as a hobby and ride at least 2x a week. Although many like to push themselves occasionally and enjoy setting goals, in general there is less interest in competitiveness and races. Tech stuff and speed is boring. Most just ride for the enjoyment of cycling. Because it's fun.

When asked about what they would like to see in the future, more themes emerged:
more women-only events, cycling tips and advice for women and reading more about motivating [stories from other women in cycling](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/466/TERRI-BURYANOV). It's an extension of those wonderful carefree moments where women let loose around a cup of coffee or glass of wine.

![three middle-aged female cyclists chatting around an outdoor table](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/528/imagev1be.png)




## So what's happening?

ROUVY for Women offers a variety of virtual rides and events exclusively for women. These rides are designed to create a supportive and inclusive environment where women can ride together and push each other to achieve their goals. 

Participating in these events allows women to connect with other female cyclists from all over the world and begin building the foundations of a supportive community which will evolve in the future.

Events include the [Scandi Spin with Liv Cycling](https://rouvy.com/challenges/scandi-spin-with-liv-easy?_ga=2.123439307.1161603241.1677663345-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.89685097.1677158546.Cj0KCQiAutyfBhCMARIsAMgcRJQpC4XeniNxHFvUNtOI2_4pty4YTJcXH-TgCs5aacaElG3c72I0nJQaAq5dEALw_wcB) - a challenge running over several weeks across some of our favourite routes in the gorgeous scenery of Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
On top of this there are free trials being given away and prizes to be won. All women will earn a slick avatar outfit from Liv Bikes, on completion of the challenge routes. The prize for all consists of a helmet, jersey and gloves - all matching.

We'll also be celebrating [International Women's Day](https://www.internationalwomensday.com/) on March 8th with a festive series of  group rides taking place across various time zones so you can find one to fit you.

So do come on in and join the party.

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*If you are thinking about joining the women's cycling world but are not sure where to start or have some doubts or fears, ROUVY can be an ideal gateway. You don't need to care about what to wear or where to go - just get on your trainer and enjoy what ROUVY can offer. You'll meet some other girls, get some tips and maybe have some other doors opened for you.*

    Klara Cerna - triathlete and ROUVY family member
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## We Ride Carefree
 
Many women are totally fine about riding with men. But many women also prefer, or want the option of having, a space for themselves and having their own conversations. That's why we are doing this.

This campaign is for all women who love cycling. It's about having fun while keeping fit and enjoying beautiful routes on ROUVY all year round. 
 
ROUVY for Women is the beginning of a process that we at ROUVY are committed to. In the future we will develop and expand the initiative but we are excited to start the journey now.

There are other subjects which we aim to explore and open up for discussion like fashion and women's personal health. Sparking smart discussion is always a good thing. That's how things change.

Connected to the topic of staying fit and in shape is the issue of body politics. The pressure on women to look good and conform to aspirational ideals while doing sports in public is a hot button. That's a key reason why indoor cycling is popular - because it can be enjoyed away from the critical glare of the public. Less intimidation leads to greater self-confidence and this in turn leads to more activity and enjoyment.

![two women cyclists have a rest and a laugh](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/528/imageoo6u.png)
Photo by [Fat Lads](https://unsplash.com/@fatladattheback?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/H9i6tzTDnos?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText)


### Men's corner

For any men here, we really appreciate you taking the time to read this and welcome you to the debate, and of course we also appreciate your support of ROUVY. While we will not technically stop you from taking part in the women-only cycling events, we would politely ask that you respect the whole 'women-only' part of the concept and find another suitable ride to take part in. There are plenty of others around so it's not difficult. 
 

### Women of ROUVY
 
ROUVY for Women will focus on the insight and lifestyles of several women from different perspectives and of different ages and professions. These women are fierce and passionate about cycling and their stories will aim to inspire, empower and inform.
 
![three images of cyclist and influencer Malena Nowotarska](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/528/imagep5w1.png)


**Malena Nowotarska**

[Malena](https://www.instagram.com/malenanowotarska/?hl=cs) hails from Poland is an avid cyclist and ROUVY ambassador for whom cycling is a way of life. 
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*I use ROUVY because it helps me train for upcoming events and it does it in a fun way that keeps me motivated. Especially when the weather is bad outside, it's a real lifesaver.*
*Women riders are unstoppable and I'm so happy ROUVY is taking this initiative.*
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![Tereza Hurikova riding an indoor cycle](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/528/imagejq2b.png)
**Tereza Hurikova**

[Tereza](https://www.instagram.com/terehu/?hl=cs) is a mother of two and an ex-pro cyclist, winning many titles in her native Czech Republic.
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*Sport is my life but so are my kids, so I need to be able to combine the two. For many women like me, indoor cycling is a great solution that gives me some of the freedom I need to stay healthy and happy.*
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**Women's cycling websites we love**

We've put together a short list of our favourite female cycling sites for some further inspiration and info.

[The Pioneers Who Paved the Way for Women in Cycling Today](https://www.bicycling.com/culture/a35866989/historic-women-in-cycling/)

[Total Women's Cycling](https://totalwomenscycling.com/)

[Women Who Cycle](https://womenwhocycle.com/)

[Femme Cyclist](https://www.femmecyclist.com/)

[Alison Tetricks' awesome blog](http://alisontetrick.com/blog/)

[Juliana Buhring's blog](http://julianabuhring.com/blog/)

 
## We want to hear from YOU
 
This is an important initiative for ROUVY and a topic that is close to our hearts. We would love for you to let us know your thoughts, what you like (or don't like) and we would be super-happy if it inspires you to get more involved in the wonderful world of indoor cycling.
Let's roll!

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JOIN THE CELEBRATION OF WOMEN'S CYCLING WITH ROUVY'S NEW CAMPAIGN

ROUVY

***2022! What a year! Like most of the years this decade, a lot of bad stuff happened. But a lot of really good stuff happened too… like the breakthrough in creating [clean fusion energy](https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-63950962) and the decline of the Covid pandemic (for now). So let's take a little time to celebrate the good stuff.***

**For ROUVY too it was a really good year and here's an end of year review to sum up what's been happening at ROUVY HQ.**

**Once Upon a Time there were Two Brothers…**

ROUVY is the brainchild of two brothers, Petr and Jiri Samek, from the town of Vimperk in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. They had been developing the concept of combining an indoor trainer with video footage for several years before ROUVY was launched in 2017. Every year since then, ROUVY has released updates, new features and a busy events calendar to gradually increase the realism and engagement of the ROUVY experience.

But 2022 seemed a bit special. There were more updates and they were bigger… and better.  ROUVY was on the rise. 

So let's toot our own horn for a moment and go through the key milestones of 2022 - the developments, the events and the things we enjoyed.


![Alt](https://youtu.be/g84QHuh0UN8)

 

**2022: the New Features**

**Career Mode**

All that hard work should count for something right? With the new [Career Mode](https://rouvy.com/career?_ga=2.36098336.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.23419336.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB), released at the very beginning of the year, it was now possible to keep track of your achievements with an avatar, coins and an up-to-date overview of your status. 
In terms of self-motivation, this was a crucial new innovation. 

**Strava Live Segments**

With over 80m users, Strava has quickly become one of the key cycling and running apps out there, with a strong emphasis on building an athletic community.
When ROUVY introduced [Strava Live Segments](http://www.rouvy.com/feature/strava-live-segments?_ga=2.36098336.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.23419336.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) into the app in September, it opened up a [whole new world](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/479/Update-and-sync-all-your-progress-with-Strava-and-ROUVY) to the indoor cyclist, who could now check their stats on their favourite routes in real time and compare them with others. It brought a competitive edge for riders who are constantly looking to challenge themselves. 

**Ghost Riders**

Some people prefer riding alone, some people prefer riding in groups. With [this feature](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqZyBlp2Rk0&ab_channel=ROUVY) you can now choose either, with the option of riding with other (up to 10) bot avatars to keep you company. And no, it's not at all spooky.



![Alt](https://youtu.be/uqZyBlp2Rk0)

 

**OmniMode**

Looking straight ahead is the default mode for most cyclists. But what if you wanted to see all around you too? Why shouldn't it be possible for cyclists to be able to see all the great scenery on ROUVY's realistic route videos all around them? This was the initial premise that the ROUVY dev team asked themselves and the solution, released in the fall, was [OmniMode](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/504/new-vision-for-indoor-cycling-with-omnimode). 

New technology is now being implemented to allow a new approach to creating routes, with an improved 360o viewing experience that can be customised to suit your preferences. Throw in some cool new upgrades and improvements as well, and riders got a glimpse of the future of indoor riding.
And this is just the beginning. 
 
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**Jiri Samek, Chief Technical Officer:**

*For me the highlight of the year was [OmniMode](https://rouvy.com/feature/omnimode?_ga=2.267836430.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.117283572.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB), which was the result of discovering a new way of creating AR routes. In 2023, we will continue with improvements in OmniMode and explore offering regular users the ability to create routes.*                            
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![Alt](https://youtu.be/YICtpd9mV-M) 

**Companion App**

The ROUVY community had been asking for this for a while, so as a final new feature of 2022, we delivered. The launch of the beta version was so successful and with such high demand, that we actually had to pause the roll-out. The full-version will be released in all its glory next year.
The new ROUVY Companion App can be downloaded onto your phone and kept within reach while you ride, giving you more control and options without the need for annoying breaks or dismounts. There's also an improved search engine that lets you create your personal playlist - searching for and storing routes that you want to ride in the future.


**2022: The Big Events**

Along with the challenges and races, events are a huge part of the ROUVY community and are something we put a lot of love and energy into.
A strong online cycling community needs regular online events to keep it motivated, provide social focus and make it feel like it's part of something. Those have always been the three key aims of [ROUVY events](https://rouvy.com/events?_ga=2.266694798.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.86465002.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) and in 2022, they were ramped up - the annual event calendar is now bigger and better than ever. 
 

**La Vuelta & La Vuelta Virtual 2022**

This year we teamed up with the iconic Spanish race in August and September for our [biggest action yet](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/480/Ride-like-a-pro-in-the-La-Vuelta-Virtual-from-home-on-your-trainer). With 15 virtual sections of La Vuelta on offer, it was a chance for riders to really get a sense of what it's like to compete in the Spanish Grand Tour. 
Riders who took part from home then had the chance to compete in the Grand Final in Madrid itself. The race was won by Ward Simons from Brussels who described it as an [incredible experience](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/490/Interview-with-Ward-Simons-the-Belgian-podium-winner-of-La-Vuelta-Virtual).

![AThe ROUVY team celebrate in Madridlt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/516/imagee0kg.png)
The route-side ROUVY team at La Vuelta

 
**Triathlon Fall Fest**

About 30% of the ROUVY community are triathletes and we wanted to create something special for this elite group of athletes. So in November we launched the world's first ever online triathlon event with [Triathlon Fall Fest](https://rouvy.com/series/triathlon-fall-fest?_ga=2.199544878.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.27614926.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB). 

This unique and ambitious 4 day event was designed for triathletes as well as cyclists interested in trying one for the first time. It involved races, group rides, a [webinar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1gjNXJJ4sM&ab_channel=ROUVY) (with top insights from the pros) and it's something we want to continue in the future.

![Equipment used during the live stream of Triathlon Fall Fest](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/516/imageirmo.png)
Live streaming Triathlon Fall Fest in the ROUVY studio.
 

**The Tour de World**

This was one of our most popular events of the year and a whole lot of fun. Running over 6 weeks, it offered riders [6 challenges and 12 routes across 6 continents](https://rouvy.com/series/famous-cycling?_ga=2.199544878.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.27614926.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB). It was a great way of exploring the corners of the globe with some of the world's most interesting and iconic routes chosen for the event. It's a great way to get the full flavour of what ROUVY can offer and we look forward to building on it in 2023.

![The ROUVY team on a cycling holiday in Livigni Italy](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/516/imagenj4n.png)
Team ROUVY on a working holiday in Livigno, Italy.
 

**What's been happening at ROUVY?**

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**Petr Samek, ROUVY CEO:**

*There were so many highlights to this year, honestly. Let's start with La Vuelta this year because it was a great start to the indoor season. After that we released many new features like Strava Live Segments, and OmniMode.*
*But most important for me was that we were able to bring so many improvements and so much new content on a regular basis which really improves the experience and that's great I think.*
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![Petr Samek beats his brother Jiri at the Christmas party Cycling Challenge](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/516/imageki1t.png)
Petr Samek beats his brother Jiri at the Christmas party Cycling Challenge… just!
 

The company itself has expanded a lot over the last 12 months. The team has now grown to a global crew of over 130 people around the world. HR have been busy recruiting a crack team of talent with a passion for cycling and success. The Dev team and Marketing team have been on overdrive and we've built up our partnerships with [influencers](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNBIE-0T9qg) and ambassadors. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes that is not doesn't get the praise it deserves, so here's a big shout out to the route creators and beta testers who do an amazing job. 
This all, hopefully, has seen a marked impact on the quality and scope of the ROUVY experience and we will continue to push and improve the service.


The social-media team have been busy on our socials and pumped new life into them. An increase in videos, memes, and great posts in general, has seen a whopping increase in engagement and organic reach. Here's our most popular[ IG post of the year](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ck8nPOzIGq8ZL1xfv4oLp25SDEWSiIkWFwubOg0/) with the magnificent Malena.
 

We'll also be introducing a new blog format early next year which will be even more sexy and swanky! Woot!


Martin Mrva joined ROUVY as the new CMO this year and here's his thoughts on 2022:
 
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*The highlight of my year was definitely coming to ROUVY. I’ve learned a lot about the indoor cycling world and met many talented people that help make ROUVY what it is. I’m proud to be part of such a successful company with a great vision and to work with all the talented people in the marketing team.*
*We really are a dream team - we've built amazing chemistry in such a short time in the marketing team.*
 
*The biggest challenge of the year was moving to Prague, starting a new job and working with new people. It was a leap of faith with many unknowns, but I believe that we grow when we face the unknown and overcome the challenges it brings.*
*I’m looking forward to 2023 and some great marketing campaigns that we will create. We have many plans for next year and I can’t wait for them to materialise.*
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His year was capped off with ROUVY being [awarded a prestigious place](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7001631157083590656/) among the 50 fastest-growing tech companies in Central Europe in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE. Martin and Petr Samek picked up the award on a very satisfying evening.

![Martin Mrva with his award at the Deloitte Fast 50 CE event](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/516/imagev32t.png)
Martin with the award

 

**What's up in 2023?**

LOTS will be up in 2023. Some of it, like the Virtual Garage, the full version of the Companion App, more routes, more features and the welcome arrival of the Femme campaign to bring more women to the platform, are pretty exciting and we can't wait to unleash them. Other things, we're just not allowed to tell you… yet. Sorry :(
But be sure to watch this space!


This decade has been full of surprises and 2022 was no exception. There's sure to be plenty more next year too but let's hope there will be more good than bad ones.

And don't forget, if Kate Bush can get to Number 1 with [Running up that Hill](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp43OdtAAkM&ab_channel=KateBushMusic), there's nothing to stop you Cycling up that Slope on ROUVY.

### And finally...
### Everyone at ROUVY would like to wish you and your loved ones an amazing 2023. Keep on Rolling!



Tell us how your ROUVY year was in the comments below and let us know what you are looking forward to in 2023. 

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2022 - What a year for ROUVY!

Thriathlon

***Peguera, Mallorca - it's a warm Saturday morning in the middle of October and the Challenge Peguera Mallorca - middle distance triathlon - starts on the Torà beach. Almost 800 triathletes are set to complete the race including a 1.9 km swim in one of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean, a 90 km technical bike route through amazing countryside scenery, and a 21,1 km run along the crowded boulevard of Peguera. This year is different, two athletes from Rouvy’s development team are taking part in this year’s challenge.***


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[Challenge Mallorca](https://challenge-mallorca.com/) is a middle-distance triathlon based in Peguera, a tourist village on the west coast of Mallorca, just 20 minutes away from Palma. Peguera offers spectacular cycling and running routes through one of the most amazing parts of the island. It’s not just about the competition, however. Being part of the race is also about soaking up Mallorca’s beautiful beaches and sceneries. All while indulging in Spanish food, coffee, and drinks.


Our developers and passionate athletes David Vaštík (also known as Vašťa) and Matúš Kocka have been lucky enough to experience it all. Vašťa joined us at the beginning of 2022 as one of our backend developers. Matúš has been part of the Rouvy peloton for almost two years. Matúš works as an infrastructure engineer maintaining and developing our compute instances and databases.


### Vašťa was kind enough to share his experience with you all.

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**First of all - it's not very common for developers to be sportsmen, especially triathletes, for its versatility and complexity. What do you like about triathlon, and what was your motivation to attend Challenge Peguera Mallorca?**
 

Well, my triathlon journey wasn’t that easy. I'm not very good at swimming and I don’t like running - you wouldn’t think I was a triathlon lover. Moreover, I have been interested in team sports my whole life.
Before I joined Rouvy I was just an avid cyclist, but during my first month, I accidentally befriended a group of triathletes and suddenly was registered for the Mallorca race.
On the other hand, if there is something I like, it’s challenges and Mallorca definitely represents one of them. Even though the training is kind of a pain for me, it keeps me motivated to stay fit.

 

**It looks like you are very close to sport and you have quite a sports history. What is your sports background?**
 

Yes, it’s true. I love sports and have been doing many of them throughout my whole life. That usually led to the fact that I wasn’t able to do any of them very well :). I was mostly devoted to ice hockey. I played it since I was four and unfortunately quit three years ago. Frankly speaking, I still miss it a little.
I also used to play inline hockey, tennis, and football. During winter I love to go to the mountains and go skiing with my family or friends.
I have become a cyclist in the last 10 years or so. I fell in love with cycling when I bought my first road bike. In 2017 I attended my first middle-distance triathlon - PálavaRace where I said to myself that I want to try it again with better results.

 

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**Let’s move to the race itself. Describe your feelings.**
 

Honestly, I was afraid a little. I haven't had much experience with triathlon so far and also my attitude towards training wasn’t always exemplary. Besides that, I was pretty tired from the bike trips we took during the days before the race. It was my first time in Mallorca, so I wanted to explore it and enjoy it as much as possible. As for the courses themselves:

The swimming was really great.
On the third pace, I got a groin twinge that made me think I was going to have a Sangria on the shore really quickly. On the eighth pace, I got slapped by a wave and swallowed about a small bucket of salt water.
Then the swimming was going pretty well but after a few minutes, I had completely scraped both armpits from the wetsuit I wore for the first time that day.
"Note to self - Never take or wear anything to a race that you haven’t used before."
When Matúš asked me before the race if I wanted Vaseline, I hastily declined (I am never gonna make that mistake again). I finished swimming much faster than anticipated. The usual swimming technique is crawl but because I was swimming breaststroke my time is not the one for the records. Perhaps next time as I’m already taking crawl swimming lessons.


The bike was as expected the only part I wasn't worried about, though I would have enjoyed it more without the hills and wind. I wanted to get the ride done so I could survive the run afterwards, but once you have the soul of an athlete in you, it's not exactly easy to just ride. So on the flats and downhills, I passed a few other competitors. In the end, I averaged over 30 km/h with 1100 m of elevation gain, so I was satisfied.
And finally running where I knew I was going to suffer a lot. To make it challenging, this part was also pretty hilly. When I could take a little rest while running on a flat surface, the path led along the beach in the direct sunlight at 2 o’clock. I had to cool myself down by gradually pouring about 10 litres of water over myself.

As a non-swimmer, non-runner, 90kg+ cyclist with a bad memory (I often forgot to train) I gave myself an IT limit of 6 hours. I crossed the finish line in 5 hours and 51 minutes, and in the end, I was really pleased with the result.

 

**The experience seemed to be very powerful. What are your plans for the next year - will you attend again?**
 

Yes - we have a plan with Matúš to do it again and even better, so I am looking forward to the following year. I promise (especially to myself) I will train more this time.
We hope more team members from ROUVY will join us next year because it's a great opportunity to experience an extraordinary race while enjoying extra summer days, and bike trips on scenic routes, hikes, and beaches. It could be fun for the team, considering the race can also be done as a relay. Perhaps we could motivate our colleagues with delicious cakes and coffee.

As for competing in other races Matúš and I are thinking about registering for a race in St. Pölten, Austria.

 


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[Challenge family](https://rouvy.com/partner/challenge-family?_ga=2.204840208.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.257472889.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) is celebrating 30 years in 2022 with over 30 long and middle-distance triathlons around the globe, featuring spectacular courses in iconic destinations, providing unforgettable experiences that capture all the excitement and emotions of this inspirational sport for competitors, friends, family, and supporters alike. That's why it was a big step forward for Rouvy to become a proud partner of the Challenge family. Cycle the[ Challenge Mallorca bike course](https://my.rouvy.com/virtual-routes/detail/92666?_ga=2.204840208.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.257472889.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) on Rouvy, or try[ 30 other racing routes](https://my.rouvy.com/virtualni-trasy?_ga=2.204840208.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.257472889.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) in our virtual cycling reality app. 

**Feel free to join us!**



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Challenge Peguera Mallorca: Even developers can do a triathlon!

Training tips

**[Fenella Langridge](https://www.instagram.com/fenella.langridge/?hl=en) and [Frederic Funk](https://www.facebook.com/FredericFunkTriathlet/) are two of the top names in Triathlon. We are psyched that they are taking part in the [Triathlon Fall Fest](https://rouvy.com/series/triathlon-fall-fest?_ga=2.23960762.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.89562217.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) and doubly-psyched that they found time to sit down with us and share some of their expert insight on the sport.**
**Fenella joined us from rain-soaked England and Frederic from cold and unsunny Germany to chat and you can see Frederic in action at Triathlon Fall Fest at [Wanaka on Thursday 24th](https://rouvy.com/series/triathlon-fall-fest?_ga=2.23960762.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.89562217.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB#thursday-nov-24th) and Fenella at [Challenge Roth on Sunday 27th](https://rouvy.com/series/triathlon-fall-fest?_ga=2.23960762.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.89562217.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB#sunday-nov-27th).**

**Hi guys and thanks for joining us. We hope you are well and are enjoying your well-deserved off-season... or are you missing the summer already?**

**Frederic:** 

*I’m fine, thank you. Of course, I miss the summer, mainly the good weather and longer days but also racing, training and travelling. But after a long summer, there's nothing more enjoyable than a [well-deserved off-season](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/507/505-off-Season-training-for-triathletes).*


**Fenella:**

*(laughing) Well, I'm currently at home in the UK where it is very dark and it's raining a LOT. But apart from that I am very well and enjoying getting back into training and into the swing of things. After a really good 2022, I had about four weeks off and am now just gearing back up.*

![a female triathlete swimming lengths in a pool](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/507/shutterstock-795852664km5i.jpg)



**Could you tell us more about your training routine at the moment? What does your week look like?**
 
**Fenella:**

*Right now I am literally in week one of training on my TrainingPeaks plan. So there's a little bit of structure to my week, maybe one or two things a day, nothing too crazy, with just a little bit of intensity over all three disciplines. I'd say last week maybe 8 hours of training and this week might look more like 10 or 12 hours and then I'll slowly ramp up from there.*
 
**Frederic:**

*Well, after my last race in St. George I actually didn’t train anything for two weeks. Now I’m slowly finding my rhythm and routine again so I do something everyday but just for fun and without a plan really. The structured training will start again at the end of November.*

![Acyclists passing crowds at Challenge Rothlt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/507/Roth-Solarkivr.jpeg)



**Have you planned your next season already for 2023? When is your first race?**
 
**Frederic:**

*Unfortunately, I haven’t planned anything yet because I’m waiting for the PTO World Tour schedule. The only sure race is the Ironman 70.3 World Champs in Lahti at the end of August 2023 for which I've already qualified.*
 
**Fenella:**

*Next season is all a little bit up in the air for me too. I think the main aim will be ROTH and hopefully Kona and around that, I hope to do some of the PTO races. And because they're not being decided yet, the season's still a little bit unplanned. But yeah, definitely the main two races will be [ROTH](https://www.challenge-roth.com/home.html) and Kona.*
*And I guess I've already started preparing for it, as if I want to race Kona. I'm probably gonna have to do an early-ish Iron Man race to do that. And so yes, as I start training, I already have those kinds of races in mind and they are my motivation. I just enjoy training anyway so it's always nice to have a little bit of a goal.*


**What does your schedule look like when you have a race week? I guess you don’t train very hard before the race?**
 
**Frederic:**

*I do less and easier training, apart from one harder session in each discipline to keep my body activated. For running and swimming, I do this session 5 days before race day and cycling one day later, sometimes with a run off the bike at a race pace.*
 
**Fenella:**

*No, I guess I don't train very hard before a race. But what the race week or the few days leading up to the race will look like does vary depending on the time of year and the priority of the race itself.*
*And yeah, that does change during the season. At the beginning of the season, I'd say you're a little bit fresher, so you could probably do a little bit more. But towards the end of the year, when you've got a lot of training and racing under your belt, you're a bit more tired, so the race week would look slightly different. I guess a general rule of thumb would be, decrease the volume but maintain some of the intensity, just to make sure that you're not fatigued but are still quite sharp.*

![a selection of energy foods and drinks](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/507/shutterstock-1144817837v5lv.jpg)

 
 

**How about your nutrition? Could you tell us more about what you eat before, during and after the race?**
 
**Fenella:**

*Normally, about one or two days out, I avoid all fruit and fibre and vegetables and probably limit the amount of coffee. I have so that it limits the chance of getting any gut issues. Then during the race it's all about [carbs and glucose and hydrating](https://www.powerbar.eu/en_INT/shop). After the race, it depends on what time of the year it is and how much indulging you can do. But yeah, just refuel the best you can - your proteins and carbohydrates, and just make sure you're restocked.*

**Frederic:**

*Before the race I only have digestible carbs, so a lot of pasta the day before and white bread with honey for breakfast. During the race, I have my carb mix on the bike which is 270g of carbohydrates and on the run, I take[ three gels with 30g of carbs](https://www.powerbar.eu/en_INT/powergel-original) each. After all those carbs and sugar, I can’t wait for a good fatty burger after the race.*
 

 
**I heard that some pro-triathletes have some rituals before the race. How about you?**
 
**Frederic:**

*I wouldn’t really call it a ritual but before every race I have the same routine from the moment I wake up until I’m at the start line. I wake up, have two double espressos and my breakfast, pack my stuff, brush my teeth, check my bike in transition and get the rest of my transition ready, find a quiet place, listen to my pre race playlist while having another double espresso, warm up a little with some running drills, put on my suit, wetsuit/ speedsuit, have a gel 20 minutes before the start, get into the water for a 5 minute warm up and then get to the start. Every time.*
 
**Fenella:**

*I don't think I have any rituals before a race. I guess it's just the little things you do day-to-day in terms of your preparations. So maybe general mobility and making sure you eat similar things, but yeah, no real rituals that I would get all scared of if I wasn't doing them (laughs).*
 

 

**Will you also race now in late fall or in early winter? Maybe some running events or indoor races?**
 
**Frederic:**

*I'll mainly be on training camps and preparing for racing in the summer. My first race won't be until April/ May.*
 
**Fenella:**

*Maybe I'll do a running race or a time trial. I've done a few indoor races. So if they fit OK and they're not too logistically hard and they don't take too much out of you for the rest of the week, then yeah, I'll give a race a go.*
 
![An cyclist using ROUVY on his indoor trainer](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/507/2021-08-18-ROUVY-Indoor-r70492o.jpg)


 

**What role does your indoor trainer play in your training? Do you use it throughout the year?**
 
**Fenella:**

*I use my indoor trainer during the whole year, especially living in the UK. We have dark, cold, wet, frosty days here where the [indoor trainer becomes a vital tool](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/498/set-up-your-home-for-indoor-ride) and I think it still does even when it's nice outside - so I still use it through the summer and do at least two or three rides or runs indoors. It means you can maintain that quality at the right intensity and stay in the time trial position without any interruptions. I value my indoor trainer very, very much.*

**Frederic:**

*Since I have a good indoor trainer and a nice app like ROUVY, I use it every time there's bad weather outside or in winter when it gets dark way too early. But when it’s good weather I still try [to go outside](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/472/10-reasons-to-keep-your-indoor-subscription-all-year-long) as much as possible of course.*

![Fenella Langridge approaching the finishing line in a race](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/507/fenella-2mdup.jpeg)

 

**And finally, if somebody wants to do a triathlon for the first time, what would be your pro tip?**
 
**Frederic:**

*Be well prepared, don’t underestimate nutrition - which means eat a lot before, during and after the race. Pace yourself well and, last but not least, have a lot of fun and enjoy it!*
 
**Fenella:**

*Mainly just go through the processes in your head.*

*Don't overcomplicate it. It's swim, bike, run. You've done them all before and mainly just enjoy it. The triathlon is an amazing sport and it's got the best fan base and the best people involved in it as well, and they're so supportive. So just keep asking questions - there's always things to improve on, so don't worry if it doesn't go right the first time - you're gonna get better and better and enjoy even more. So yeah, smile through the pain and just keep going. You'll love it!*
 

**And we love you! Thanks so much for your time and insight! We really look forward to seeing you ride in [Triathlon Fall Fest](https://rouvy.com/series/triathlon-fall-fest?_ga=2.206887955.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.263099006.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) and best of luck with your season in 2023!**
 

 
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Fenella Langridge and Frederic Funk share their TOP tips for racing like a pro

***ROUVY recently chatted with Petr Polasek, a python developer at ROUVY and keen cyclist. He completed the Okolo republiky race two months ago, an epic challenge in which one rides around the whole of the Czech Republic. Following this impressive feat, it was worth asking him several questions about his journey…***

**Petr, good to meet you - tell us a bit about your cycling background**
 

*I have been working at ROUVY for about two years and work as a developer. I would describe myself as an enthusiastic amateur cyclist, riding about 3-4 times per week. It is my “main sport” in general, and per year I ride about 8,000km. I have entered competitions on occasion, but never with any real ambitions to win them.*

 

**You completed the Okolo republiky race in August. What made you do it?**
 
*The main inspiration was actually from my girlfriend! She did the race two years ago, and motivated me to do it this year. If she had done it, I thought it would be a shame to not do it, too. We decided to both do it this year.*
 

*Another reason was because I wanted to step out of my comfort zone…from a daily routine of luxuries to a “simple” life, where you think only about the most basic things - where to sleep, what to eat, and so on. It is like meditation; you don't have the capacity to bother with news, with social networks... I also wanted to find out how far I can go with almost no sleep. I like this, because I know that such events push forward my "mental boundaries".*

 

**So..what is the race about? What does it involve?**
 

*The race involves riding around the rough circumference of the Czech Republic. The full version of the race is about 1,400km, whereas the shortened version is 900km. During the ride, participants must pass through 9 checkpoints in order. Regions included Bublava, Brestovec and Malá Morávka. However, participants are free to take any route or road they wish in between the checkpoints.*

![Credit: Okolo republiky - Facebook](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/494/pasted-image-068u21u9cp.png)
Credit: Okolo republiky - Facebook  
 

 
**That’s a very long time! Are there any specific rules?**
 

*Yes..it is a self-supportive race, so you are not allowed to have friends give you food or provide you with accomodation. However, you are able to buy your own food at shops during your ride. You have to arrange everything (nutrition and accomodation) during the race - you are not allowed to plan things in detail beforehand. All riders should have the same opportunities, therefore riders should not sleep at a friend's home or take food from someone.*

 

**What type of preparation did you undertake to get ready for the race?**
 
*Basically, I tried to ride my bike as much as possible! I did some night rides, to be prepared for the darkness. One week before the race I did a longer ride (300km long, with almost 7,000m of elevation gain), to be mentally ready for the all-day sessions of cycling. I also mounted all the stuff that I planned I’d carry with me during the race, so that I could get used to the weight.*
 

**This is a very long race that takes more than 72 hours…how did you sleep?**

*Sleeping was a difficult aspect! Most riders ride with sleeping bags on the journey. However, this of course is heavy and not the most comfortable option.*

*At the middle point of the race, there is a checkpoint whereby riders can collect various items (such as sleeping items, clothes) that they ordered to be sent before the race. I sent my sleeping bag there, and collected it around half-way through the race.*

*Also, it is at the midway point that you can decide whether to do the full race or the shorter version…I continued my plan to do the full ride.*

 

![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/494/IMG-506985k51ozgr.jpeg)

**So…before the mid-way point you didn’t have a sleeping bag? What did you do?**
 
*I pretty much didn’t! I had to make it through two nights before I reached the halfway point. During the first night, I decided to not sleep and just ride – this was OK and doable. On the second night, I became very tired and had to get some rest. I had a feather jacket and a bag, and I slept for a few hours on them, by the roadside, before I continued.*
 
*My sleep was disrupted, though: after about one hour of sleep I woke up because it was so cold. I warmed myself back up by cycling a few kilometres before falling back asleep. I woke up again shortly after for the same reason, at which point it was becoming light and I decided to continue with the ride.*

 
**And after you picked up the sleeping bag halfway, did you sleep better?**
 
*Throughout the whole race, sleep was at a minimum in order to save time…on average I slept about 2 hours per night. I was a bit worried about the sleeping aspect before the race, however, during it I found that I can cycle quite well on such low sleep. The worst feelings were just before the sunrise, especially awaking after about two hours of sleeping.*

**As for your girlfriend, did you ride together during the race?**
 
*We started off riding together, but we then split ways after 300km. During periods when she slept, I continued riding. Before the race began, she decided to do the shorter version, at 900km.*
 
 ![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/494/okoloRgh0m1x85c.jpeg)

**Food is another crucial thing during this ultra-long ride…how did you sustain yourself?**
 
*I took as much food as was possible for the first day. This was to avoid shopping stops during the opening 24 hours and to avoid losing time – this would be one of my main pieces of advice.*

*I had bananas, sandwiches, energy bars - basically carbohydrate-filled foods that release long-lasting energy. I also bought food (such as hotdogs) from service stations/shops during my ride, and also made a few stops at restaurants. This made my overall load to carry a bit lighter, too.*

 

**And drinks?**
 
*I drank water, energy drinks (Red Bull and coffee, for example) and Coca-Cola as a way to stay hydrated and energised.* 

**Were any parts of the route particularly challenging?**

*Probably the most challenging was the climb to the top of [Velký Javorník](https://en.mapy.cz/turisticka?id=1897930&source=base&x=18.1554971&y=49.5270423&z=14). It was a really steep climb with an unpaved surface. I was there at night and the visibility was very low, due to fog. Therefore, the downhill ride from the top was also challenging. I was really lucky that I didn’t have a puncture there!*

*Another big challenge was climbing to the top of Praděd: it was one of the longest climbs during the race, with an elevation gain of about 1km and a distance of more than 20km.*

 

**What was your favourite part of the course? Which section was the most beautiful?**

*I particularly enjoyed riding up Krušné hory (in the north-west, bordering Germany), which offered a very scenic viewpoint owing to its high elevation. I also liked the section in Rychlebské hory and the area near Náchod (in the east of the country, bordering Poland). Those parts were almost without people – you could feel the real wilderness there.*

 
![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/494/IMG-5115l3v11b3ji.jpeg)


**Did you have any strategy in terms of which roads you decided to ride on?**
 

*I prefered paved routes over unpaved, even if the overall distance was a little longer. I hate to fix punctures during a ride. My strategy was also to plan the route with minimal elevation gain – the uphills hurt the body the most! I also tried to avoid main roads with lots of traffic.*

 

**Were there any moments you doubted yourself; where you felt you could not continue?**
 

*Actually, yes. During the second day, I was riding alone, on zero sleep, and I thought to myself: “why am I doing this?”. I felt isolated and exhausted.*

*I was then overtaken by two random cyclists (who were not part of the race), and I rode to catch up with them. We spoke while pedalling, and I explained the details of the race – they were very impressed and complimentary. They told me that they would follow me over online GPS tracking, and encouraged me to work hard and continue. Their kind words and admiration spurred me to continue and complete this challenge.*

 

**How long did it take you to complete the race?**
 
*From start to finish, it took me a total of 4 days and 14 hours to complete the whole ride.*
 

**And what was your final classification?**

*I finished in 9th place, out of a total of 40 participants – only 17 finished.*


**And which bike did you use?**
 

*I rode my carbon, gravel bike from Corratec, with road bike wheels.*

![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/494/IMG-5139x9gc1cnx5.jpeg)


 

**Did you use any fitness devices to track your ride? How many calories did you burn during the entire ride?**
 

*I used the Garmin Edge 530, which is a really handy device for navigation. To save battery, I did not measure my heart rate. I only know the burned energy estimate from the Strava app: the total was 35,897 kilojoules [8,579 calories].*
 
**It’s obviously a very intense ride..how did your body feel after?**
 
*The main thing that really affected me was my hands – for as long as 2 weeks after the ride, they were feeling very sore. In fact, even during the ride, I was in considerable pain - especially towards the end. As for other parts of my body, such as my legs and feet, they were moderately sore during and after the race, but the pain only lasted about 3 days after the end of the race.*


**Would you do it all again?**

*Yes, I would do it again: however, I would like to try something a bit different. I am thinking about a similar ultra-long mountain bike race.*

 

**Are there any other similar events you would take part in?**

*There is a race called the Bohemia Divide in the Czech Republic, where you also ride across the country [it is a race through the Czech Republic – from south to north – that is about 800km].*

 

**What is the main piece of advice you would give to anyone thinking of doing this ride?**

*It is said that long races like these are more about the head than physical strength. So my advice is to try a really long ride beforehand, to be mentally prepared for similar emotions you’ll experience during the race. The more kilometres you do before the race, the more comfortable you may feel during the ride.*

*For this particular race, Okolo republiky, it is important to spend some hours planning the route properly. Otherwise, it is likely you’ll spend more hours needlessly cycling up hills, which could be omitted with a different, flatter route. And you really don't want to experience extra pain in your legs after riding over 1,000 km with almost no sleep..!*

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Cycling around a country: an epix 4-day, 1 400 km journey

**We last spoke with ROUVY ambassador and [US triathlete Terri Buryanov](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/491/466-TERRI-BURYANOV) back in the spring of 2022, when she was starting to plan for the [Challenge Almere-Amsterdam](https://challenge-almere.com/) in the Netherlands - the oldest long distance race in Europe and the second oldest in the World. We caught up with her again just after she completed the gruelling race to see how she was doing and how she fared.**

**While the race might not have provided the Hollywood ending that we, or she, were hoping for, it was obviously a highly affecting and emotional experience.**
**It gave us the chance to get a fascinating insight into the thinking of a highly dedicated and passionate athlete**.

**The Challenge Almere-Amsterdam (a.k.a. Triatlon van Almere) is the most famous triathlon in the Netherlands and the world's second oldest long-distance triathlon after Hawaii.**
**It's been held annually since 1983 and consists of a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike ride and 42.195 km marathon run - equivalent to ironman distances.**
 
**Hi Terri! The last time we talked you had just recovered from Covid and were starting to plan ahead for Almere. It's been yet another crazy year and I think it's always important to ask people how they are doing at the moment. So how was your summer?**

I remember that the summer here in Las Vegas was super hot and I was really busy.  Other than that, it’s all sort of a blur to be honest.  I suppose that has something to do with all the training I was trying to fit in alongside the real-life stuff going on. Overall, I would say it was pretty good and interesting to say the least. Training for a race like that is definitely not a joke.


**With lockdowns easing, did you manage to get more outdoor riding done or were you still riding indoor too?**

*I recently began working with Life Time Fitness as one of their run group and cycle group leads so I was riding outdoors twice per week throughout most of the summer with my groups and then any other scheduled training days I would download my workout from Tridot and upload it to ROUVY.  I really loved that feature because it took all the thinking out of the training session.  I just had to put my head down and keep my watts as close to the green line as possible.  Easy peasy!*


**And how are you now?!!! You've just finished Almere which must have been intense. How did it meet your expectations - both physically and mentally?**
 
*I would say physically I did not meet expectations and mentally I far exceeded my expectations.   I am happy I finished the race, but I am even more glad it’s all over.*
 
![ Photo credit - marathonphotos.live](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/491/CAAD8359-original0p0k14uhf.jpeg)

Photo credit - marathonphotos.live


**What was the hardest part? Did anything surprising happen that you hadn't anticipated?**

*I knew it was going to be hard, but I was pretty silent throughout the summer about a hip injury I was dealing with. 15 miles into the bike is when the pain set in and for the last 97 miles of the bike I just wanted to cry, but I did my best to manage my expectations of the day and just look around and be thankful for the fact I was racing half a world away and I was really glad to be out of the desert heat for a bit so that made the day a little bearable, but it was still quite sad because the bike should have been easy points for me.  In the end, I finished the bike at a time of 6:43 when I was expecting to finish around 5:30.*


**OMG that sounds brutal. Did quitting cross your mind at any point? What helped you push through?**
 
*I guess I just have a lot of willpower.  Quitting wasn't something that ever crossed my mind. I came way too far, trained more hours than I wanted to, and spent way too much money to not cross that finish line. I'm just glad it never came down to me actually having to crawl to the finish line because I would have done that if I had to.*

![Photo credit - marathonphotos.live](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/491/CAAN1674-original8jf31y6uq.jpeg)
Photo credit - marathonphotos.live
 

**And how do you feel now, after you've had a few days to recover? Are you ready for another challenge?**
 
*In short, No! I’m not sure how long it will take to recover. Within two days I wasn’t sore anymore, but my hip is still bothering me quite a bit.  I can’t walk down the stairs without assistance, but I don’t have anything on the schedule to train for so mentally, I’m totally ok! I have a goal to recover completely, figure out how to live a life without constant soreness and then I will ease my way back into training with a strong focus on recovery and strength training. That way when I do decide I’m ready to sign up for another race I can actually be competitive and get on the podium.*
 

**Often these races are like a metaphor for something bigger. Did this experience teach you anything about life?**

*Training for this race made me question a lot of things about how I go about life. Triathlon is a hobby. I think a lot of us triathletes get so caught up in our own heads and convince ourselves that it's super important we continue racing, getting better, and signing up for more races that we don't realize in the grand scheme of things it really only matters to us.  I really felt bad about having to put off a lot of things until "after the race".  If I sign up for another one, I want to make sure I have the time to enjoy the process and I would love for my family to have the time to be more involved in the journey as well. I'm sure that would make a huge difference in the end results.*



**Tell me about your training regime in the last 3 months. Did you use ROUVY to practise on the route? If so, how helpful was that indoor experience?**

*For the past three months, my alarm would go off anywhere between 4:30am-6:00am and I would roll out of bed like a zombie and just do whatever was on my Tridot plan for the day. I rode a portion of the [Challenge Almere](https://my.rouvy.com/virtual-routes/detail/82276?_ga=2.61325228.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.259864056.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) course a few times on ROUVY. It was good to be prepared for the fact that there were a lot of turns during the first 20 miles of the route, but I wasn’t prepared for the cobblestone roads and wind along the ocean. That was humbling wind out there. Perhaps in the future, ROUVY can be linked with the weather services and the wattage could be affected by what the actual weather is while riding. That last sentence started off as a joke in my mind, but now it sounds sort of like an interesting concept to make ROUVY even more realistic.*


**Was it the first time you had taken part in a race outside of the US? What were your impressions of the Netherlands and Europe?**

*Yes, this was my first time racing outside of America. I absolutely fell in love with the Dutch people.  Everyone is just so happy and friendly there.  The marathon portion of the race was my favorite because I really got to interact with all the volunteers.  I can’t imagine a much better run course anywhere else in the world.  6 loops around the lake with four full aid stations and a few water stations. After the first loop the volunteers and even a lot of the spectators started making me believe they were all there to watch me. There wasn’t a moment on the run that I wasn’t enjoying myself.  And fortunately, despite how much pain I was in on the bike, I was like a new person on the run.  My hips really opened up and I was comfortable all the way until the end.*


**Now you've completed it, do you have any advice for someone considering doing the Challenge Almere-Amsterdam for the first time?**

*Be mentally prepared for the wind!   The stretch of the bike course along the sea was a brutal headwind.  Having to go through that pain twice was not my favourite. Apparently, it's always windy in the Netherlands.*
 

![Photo credit - marathonphotos.live](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/491/CAAJ1747-originalqd8i1zkzp.jpeg)
Photo credit - marathonphotos.live
 

 

**Is there a difference in attitude or approach between US and European competitors?**

*There is a HUGE difference between Europeans and Americans when it comes to racing. It’s no secret that Americans in general, are very unhealthy people. I find it appalling what athletes eat to fuel their bodies over here so needless to say I don’t think many take endurance training as seriously as they think they do and come race day most of them are just doing it to finish it so they can call themselves an Ironman or the Challenge equivalent of that.*
 
*In Europe, it seemed as if everyone was so fit looking and even the age groupers I was up against were so pro-looking. I rarely do a race in America and not make a podium finish, but I think even if I were at my complete best in [Almere](https://rouvy.com/partner/challenge-almere?_ga=2.61325228.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.259864056.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB), it would have been really hard for me to get on the podium. The level over there is a bit more extreme and it was really cool to witness it all in real-time.*


**You've been a little quiet on creating content lately. Any plans for some new videos?**

*Yes!!!  It was honestly a struggle to get through this summer training for this race and trying to maintain family and real-life stuff.  I sort of put all my “fun” off to the side for a bit because I was a total absent-minded flake these past few months and I had to sacrifice some things to remain somewhat functional.*
 
*I didn’t actually completely disappear from YouTube though.  I was just more involved in helping my husband with his channel and my hands even made quite a few appearances in his videos. His channel ([Vlad Slickbartender](https://www.youtube.com/c/VladSlickBartender)) is what pays the bills so it was more important I spent any time I wasn’t training or with my son, helping him create his content and doing all the behind-the-scenes stuff that no one knows a creator has to deal with (the boring business side of things). But, I learned a lot about YouTube helping him and I’m VERY excited to start creating my own content again with a focus on creating better quality content now that I understand YouTube a lot better than before.*


**What's coming up in the next 6 months? Any hot news you'd like to share?**

*That’s a very good question. I will probably be able to answer that one in a couple of weeks. For now, I am just going to take it easy and get caught up on everything I have been slacking on for the past few months and I am going to deep clean my house. That’s probably not that exciting of news for you all, but for me, there isn’t any hotter news out there than that!* :-)


**Terri might be taking it easy but she still found time to create a great [video report](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2PPP22gQyQ&ab_channel=imterribee) of her Almere experience which you should check out.**

![Alt](https://youtu.be/n2PPP22gQyQ)

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Terri Buryanov - how I finished the challenge Almere-Amsterdam and lived to tell the tale!

La Vuelta

### The first La Vuelta Virtual has just finished and been an incredible success. So many people were involved and so many friendships and memories were created that will last forever. 
### But for one person, it was more memorable than most. Ward Simons was one of 10 qualifying competitors on the podium in Madrid competing in the Grand Final of La Vuelta Virtual 2022, which included 300 other riders riding remotely from around the world. Ward Simons describes himself as an 'ordinary guy', but after winning the in-person Grand Final of La Vuelta Virtual 2022, he's a little less ordinary. We spoke to the humble pharmacist after the event to ask him about his life, his passion for cycling and his experience in Madrid.
 
 
**Hello Ward and first of all, huge congratulations on your success in Madrid! Could you tell us a little about yourself and your background?**

I'm 36 years old and live in Sint-Katelijne-Waver in Flanders, Belgium. I grew up in a traditional Flemish family and today, together with my partner Ina, we have 3 little children. I work as a pharmacist in my own pharmacy.

 

How did you get into cycling? What is it about the sport that you love the most?
 

When I was growing up, cycling was always very popular in our family. We always watched the big races together on television like the [Flemish spring classics](https://blog.rouvy.com/en/490/464-Tour-of-Flanders---a-Belgian-day-of-pride-on-the-pav%C3%A9) - Paris-Roubaix, the World Championships. Although I loved watching cycling, I never did it myself when I was young and that's something I regret now. Like most of the kids I played football in the local football club.
But I started riding my bike from time to time when I started working and slowly got more into it.

A lot of things attract me in this sport, which for me is the most beautiful sport in the world. I enjoy the physical battle, man to man, in the final of the race on famous climbs like the Kwaremont, the Muur van Geraardsbergen, the Cauberg, the Kemmelberg or the cobbles from Carrefour de l’arbre or le Bois de Wallers-Arenberg. The scenery is also beautiful to watch, especially mountain stages. In recent years, since I started cycling myself, the scientific part of training is also very interesting.

Cycling, for me, goes back to the origin of sports: competing physically against each other. But in a public environment with innovative, modern tools (the bikes), surrounded by scientific data like wattage and aerodynamics.

 
**How did you start using Rouvy? What have your experiences been with it so far?**

In 2014 I achieved a big cycling goal by finishing La Marmotte Gran fondo, But in the following years I started my own pharmacy, and we had kids and started to build our house. Because of this, I had little time left for cycling. But I was really missing it and I felt like I was getting out of shape so I started using ROUVY in October 2020.

I really liked using ROUVY from the beginning. I raced all the famous courses that I knew from watching professional cycling. After a working day, I enjoyed riding a course like this in my pain cave. It is easy, you just choose a course and you start pedalling for 45 minutes to 1 hour. The first months I did this a couple of times a week and I felt I was getting stronger daily. By the end of 2020, I did my first races as well. The more I did it, the more I liked it. In 2021 I participated in more races, started to listen to podcasts about training and started to build workouts. Every 3 to 4 months I do a FTP test. I always set a new goal and try to keep improving my FTP. ROUVY is a perfect partner for achieving this.

 
![Photo Credit: Ward Simons](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/490/photo-W-Simons5bbu1tw20.jpeg)

Photo Credit: Ward Simons


**So you ride indoors more than outdoors? Even in the summer?**
 

As I am really time-crunched, I practically only ride indoors. I get home from work after 7 PM. Then I try to eat as quickly as possible and help to get the kids in bed. During the weekends, I spent my time during the day with my family. Cycling happens in the morning or evening, inside. Sometimes when we go on a weekend trip I take my bike and then during our summer vacation in Austria and Italy this year I finally found some time to ride properly outdoors.


**What were your expectations going into the La Vuelta Virtual Grand Final and how did you prepare for it?**

I qualified for the podium race back in July. I didn’t have specific expectations for the final and thought I would just let it come to me, though of course I really wanted to do my best for it. But the timing of the race was fortunate as we had our summer vacation the last 2 weeks of August and I did a lot of cycling around [Lake Garda](https://my.rouvy.com/virtual-routes/detail/79442?_ga=2.35494177.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.49126868.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB). The week we got back, I did my intervals every evening and on Sunday a last long ride, the [Mt. Ventoux Circle II](https://my.rouvy.com/virtual-routes/detail/36772?_ga=2.35494177.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.49126868.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB) on ROUVY. I think the training volume of the last 2 weeks made the difference that made it possible for me to deliver the best values I have ever had during the Grand Finale.



**Tell us a little about your thoughts while you were racing. When did you start to believe you might win?**

My plan was to just race without looking at my direct opponents. I know in an e race you have to start as fast as possible, so from the beginning I had to give almost everything I had. The eventual remote winner of the race Carlo Calcagni went hard from the beginning. But with two other riders that I know, (Anton Sommer and Jean Carlotti - two of the best ROUVY riders who are stronger than me) we could make a small group. I knew the longer I could stay with these two, the harder it would be for some of the other podium riders to catch me. I saw my lead was increasing, so I knew without a real breakdown the win would be possible. In the last kilometre, Sommer and I dropped Carlotti. I had to sprint with Sommer but my legs were nearly empty. Nevertheless I was very happy because it was the first time I could compete with them until the end.

 
![Photo Credit - Sergi Colome](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/490/3-LV-Virtual-on-Rouvy-C-SergiColome-SCC6306-1iexk5n4s.jpeg)


Photo Credit - Sergi Colome



**And what were your feelings when you finally won?**

I was very satisfied with my performance. Especially because I delivered my best values. As I said, I always set new goals in improving, so my main opponent is myself. In a race I always start like it's possible to win. Because that is what makes the races the most fun. But it depends a lot on the quality of the opponents. But that is very relative, because everybody doesn’t have the opportunity to train as much as others. That's why I always look at my own values first.

My satisfaction was really boosted because of the atmosphere. It was a fantastic set up, with the big stage, the live presenter, the fellow riders all wearing the ROUVY shirt and the presence of my girlfriend and youngest son. I felt a little bit like a professional cyclist. We had to bring our own pedals and shoes. It was the first time I travelled with pedals in my hand luggage! 1,5 hour before the race we had to prepare our bike, the paddles were mounted and we logged into the Rouvy platform. Everybody was wearing the official ROUVY shirt and you could start to feel the tension building.

 ![Photo Credit - Sergi Colome](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/490/C-SergiColome-SCC6451-1jiv7199h4.jpeg)

Photo Credit - Sergi Colome

 
**Did you have any idea you'd share a stage with Remco Evenepoel? That must have been surreal, especially as you are both Belgian. What did he say to you?**

Some minutes before the race, we were told the winner would have a picture together with Remco Evenepoel, later in the evening. But there were no details as to the circumstances. The funny thing is, in the morning we had a call with my two other children and the first thing my oldest son asked was,  ”do you have a picture with Evenepoel”. That was something that was going through my mind when I realised I was going to win.

During the big podium ceremony, I was waiting, together with somebody from Rouvy in the VIP area. Suddenly people of the Vuelta organisation called me to go to the stage. 10 seconds later I was standing on the big stage next to Remco. On the stage, there was no time to have a chat. He was in his winning podium haze and all the cameras were fixed on us. I only asked if he wanted a dry red shirt because his was soaking wet with champagne. I noticed he was surprised I asked it in Dutch. And of course I congratulated him with his historic victory.


![Ward with Remco Evenepoel.          Photo Credit: Unipublic _ Sprint Cycling Agency](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/490/2-LV-Virtual-Winner-Credit-Unipublic-Sprint-Cycling-Agency-xhme1qhw6.jpeg)

Ward with Remco Evenepoel.          Photo Credit: Unipublic _ Sprint Cycling Agency
 
 
**What was the most special memory for you from the whole experience?**

I have two. First of all, the weekend in its totality. On Saturday my girlfriend and I, together with our youngest son, had a city trip day enjoying the beautiful city of Madrid. On Sunday we had the amazing La Vuelta experience with the Grand Final and afterwards the VIP Area with drinks and food in the middle of the Paseo del Prado. We also had some drinks with fellow ROUVY riders. I remember one of them saying “I wish this day would never end”. This makes it clear what an extraordinary experience it was.

The second special memory is a more symbolic one. Belgium, and especially Flanders, is the most cycling crazy country. We’ve had the biggest cycling champions and the most popular races, like the Tour of Flanders, [Gent – Wevelgem](https://my.rouvy.com/virtual-routes/detail/71421?_ga=2.267744654.1612673440.1675088313-1863005696.1636630121&_gac=1.85297899.1671526006.Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07jOofwnynx4j_Pi7n_QvnDF6TZhtrDnfe1tw5JjtMWwmAIAj5Jt-VcaAmFfEALw_wcB), Liege-Bastogne-Liege,...  Strangely enough it took us 44 years to have another grand tour winner. We even had a special talk show on television about it, that it was finally going to happen again. It is absolutely incredible that I was on that stage with that Belgian champion.


**For the future, Ward plans to simply carry on enjoying his cycling, both indoor and outdoor. We hope to see him at La Vuelta Virtual in 2023!**

![Ward Simons - A Real Rider](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/490/1-LV-Virtual-Winner-Ward-Simons0pha1m4je.jpeg)
Ward Simons - A Real Rider

 

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Ward Simons: an ordinary guy who had an extraordinary experience at La Vuelta virtual

*Did you ever think a certain ROUVY Challenge was too difficult? After reading the story of Terri Buryanov you may see ROUVY Challenges in an entirely different light. Learn how ROUVY ambassador Terri Buryanov became a triathlete, YouTuber and a vegan - some changes just overnight.*

Terri Buryanov is an American triathlete living in Las Vegas. Her first triathlon in 2017 was a miserable experience. She decided to try again, signed up for the Ironman 70.3. and qualified for the World Championship in Taupo! Later, COVID slowed her down. But that didn’t discourage her from signing up to the Challenge Almere-Amsterdam, her first full distance triathlon.

Terri is an enthusiastic content creator, mother of a 14 year old and an ex-bartender, supporting her famous husband.

Are you curious about where she gets her surname from or what plant-based food she eats as a sports woman riding long distances through the desert and how she manages to keep her lungs healthy after COVID?

 
![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/466/Mt-Charleston-7k7m7.jpg)


**A good Vegas morning to you, Terri! To start with, I am very curious about your surname because it sounds unique. Where does your name come from?**

*Actually, my maiden name is Leeseberg; I got it from my ancestors. Grandpa was from Germany and grandmother was Irish. But my married name is Buryanov because my husband is from Ukraine.*

**Your husband is apparently a [well-known bartender and YouTuber](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp4nL9M78_HF6JL1MNzh-NQ). How did he become one?**

*I used to juggle bottles too. We met each other in a competition in Vegas. He started to upload videos on YouTube back in 2015. We opened the bartender school, so we did videos with some small tricks. When COVID happened, our school in Miami needed to be shut down, so he gained more time for videos. Since everybody was staying at home, they wanted more cocktails. His channel went from 100,000 subscribers to 1,500,000 in a very short time.
It’s incredible. He’s just become the no. 2 bartender on YouTube, collaborating with big creators now!*

**That’s impressive. Does he have a small studio with an editor? Or is he working alone?**

*I used to be really active on my own social media. The reason why I am kind of lagging now is that I’m helping him. I am behind the scenes and do all the boring stuff: emails, brand deals, …*

**So it's kind of a family business just as the school was? How many students have you had in the school?**

*The maximum capacity was 26 students per month. Miami was a pretty popular destination. They’d have two classes. One in English and one in Italian or French as well.*

**Did your students travel from overseas or were they from the U.S.?**

*It was mostly the European students. Our school was part of the European Bartender School, with headquarters in Barcelona. They have 28 schools!*

 
![Terri leading a bartender class](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/466/1548157-585644718209779-5459923516233201335-ohtj4.jpg)


Terri leading a bartender class

 

**You’re a very good bartender and a seasoned triathlete! Is your husband a triathlete as well?**

*Noo! No no. (laughs) He rode his bike with me just once and never again. He does have a nice Cervélo road bike which I bought for him from friends. But he’s just like: no helmet, wearing sweatpants, riding with no hands, texting on his phone. We don’t match well whilst riding together. :) But back in Miami, he used to ride the road bike and I would ride the beach cruiser and still be faster!*

**You’re based in Vegas and we have some really nice routes from there on ROUVY. Which one do you like the most? Have you tried them in real life?**

*Las Vegas is a beautiful place to ride! It’s impossible to find a flat spot because it’s very mountainous. You’re gonna get lots of climbing here! I made a video comparison - ROUVY vs. Real from Mt. Charleston. We have a really hot summer here, so at 40° C, you can still ride up there! Thanks to higher elevation, it’s a little bit cooler: you don’t feel like you’re a cookie in the oven*.

*Red Rock Loop is gorgeous and one of the most challenging routes in Las Vegas. It has 13 miles and the first 5 are just uphill. About 700 meters up! But the rest of it is downhill.*

*My favorite ride is near Las Vegas, close to Boulder City. You can ride your bike down and across the Hoover Dam and then you come up. I made it my mission once to get QOM (Queen of the Mountain sector on Strava). It took me 33 minutes from the dam, all the way to the top of the hill. I almost died!*

 

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**Challenges got me addicted to ROUVY**
 

**How many outdoor miles a year do you do?**

*I do 6,000 miles a year in total. Last year was pretty bad; I only did about 3,000 miles.*

**If you split the 6,000 miles into indoor and outdoor, do you have an idea how many miles you did?**

*Well, it depends on the year. 2020 was probably 95% indoor, next year was 50: 50. I pretty much got addicted to ROUVY back then because all the challenges helped me to stay motivated. I became the National Champion, but didn’t get to the Legend status though!*

**Do you travel to ride your bike or do you simply focus on training in your home environment and travel only to do races?**

*Utah! I love Utah! I’ve done a few relay races across Utah (over 500 miles but with the support team)! It’s my favorite state in America. People are really friendly; the drivers even move over for cyclists. So you feel really comfortable and safe.*

![Alt](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/466/Follow-Terri-Buryanov-Towards-Challenge-Almere-Interview-2m0w0.jpg)

**Does it have a similar climate to Vegas?**

*Yeah, it’s very similar. We have St. George, which is less than 2 hours from my home. The IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship will be here in two weeks. It’s the exact same climate. Dry and super hot.*

**I like the positive energy in your videos about long-distance cycling. It seems you really enjoy it! What do you like more - creating content or riding?**

*Woohoo! Really good question! Watching my husband doing it for years, I decided to give it a go and started creating content back in 2020. He taught me how to edit videos and I love it! Not just creating, but the whole process. But I definitely love riding my bike and sharing it with the world!*

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**I thought so! You don’t seem to be wanting only to fulfill the needs of the sponsor, you seem to be sharing your passion for cycling from your whole heart!**

*I got so many brands reaching out to me. But to be honest, most of the time I just ignore the emails.*

 

**I love to ride around the world**

**Haha, so ROUVY is blessed to have you!**

*I made a few videos about ROUVY before you reached me, so it makes perfect sense. I’m already addicted to the indoor riding program and I love it as well. I even tried Zwift before, because a lot of my friends have it. But I didn’t like it so much. When I got a new trainer, it came with a 30 days trial for ROUVY. I tried. And I loved being able to ride around the world.*



**Do you use ROUVY for training or do you race as well?**

*Ironman was doing the virtual races during the lockdown. Lately, I’ve been doing just the workouts because I got COVID and that led to a really long break. I decided to start with the “First-week program”, to see how fit I was.
Then I signed up for TriDot. It has a lot of workouts for me. You can download or upload it to ROUVY! Amazing! I don’t have to think about workouts anymore!*

**Can you share more details with us? How does it work?**

*I’m still learning, but it seems to be an algorithm that figures out what your training plan should be. You don’t have a coach! I log in every day, check my workout and train. It also tells me what my warm-up is!*

**You record the workout on Garmin and then to TriDot, which tracks your progress?**

*Yeah, I connected Garmin, ROUVY to TriDot, so it can track my progress. I can download workouts from TriDot to my Garmin and train outside! Also, any workout from ROUVY is uploaded to TriDot.*

*Wicked! You’re preparing for Almere. Do you have any milestones for training?*

*Based on my numbers, TriDot calculated my estimated finish time to be 10 hours 53 minutes. That’s pretty sweet, considering am coming out of COVID. I still have 5 months of training left, so let’s see! After my second COVID, my numbers were pretty low.*

**Many athletes have to deal with COVID, what are your tips? What to be careful about and how to start with training?**

*I’ve talked to so many people and everyone has had a different experience. Some weren’t affected at all; they didn’t even know. But it affected my lungs for such a long period afterward. I stopped with the training. I didn’t want to make it worse. Then I started with breathing exercises. Garmin was watching my oxygen level and it was just 90%. I started with a honey and mushroom powder cocktail and breathing exercises in my routine. Suddenly it was better. I could take deep breaths and my oxygen level is now 98%.*

 
![Kokopelli race](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/466/kokopelli-3dcu8.JPG)


Kokopelli race

 

**Did you just say mushrooms, Terri?**

*Yeah, I decided to be plant-based. I kept reading all those articles and watched one of the vegan propaganda movies, went to my kitchen afterward, and threw anything with animal products in it. Bought vegetables and fruits and have been plant-based ever since. Over 4 years now.*

**Can you share your pre-ride and after-ride meal?**

*It depends on the workout, but it's mostly oatmeal with fresh fruits. And every single day, I make a tofu scramble sandwich with avocado, sprouts, or sourdough bread.*

**You raced in and finished the Kokopelli 525-mile bike relay race (from Moab Utah to St. George). How did you manage not to get hungry?**

*Those races are so hard when one is plant-based! There’s no fruit in the desert so I survived on peanut butter-jelly sandwiches, bananas and dates. And fig bars.*

**How long has it been since you recovered from COVID?**

*It has been about 4 months.*

**Kudos for taking it easy! Do you plan to attend any smaller triathlon events before Almere? Or do you focus just on the Almere?**

*I haven’t decided yet. But I can throw in a few local races.*

**I’m looking forward to watching your progress towards the Almere! And I’m glad to have had a chance to get to know you better! Thanks for sharing and see you on a Group Ride!**

 ![Terri seconf from the left](https://cdn.rouvy.com/blog/466/exif-temp-image-11wiws.JPG)



Terri seconf from the left

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