2016 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships
Hi, I’m Andy Wood.
Originally from the UK, I have lived on the Japan Sea coast in Niigata for almost 20 years.
I love cycling both recreationally and competitively.
Long rides used to be my thing:
2015 Motegi 7h
・ 2007 to 2017 Tokyo Itoigawa 300km classic champion
Before focusing on the time trialling:
Japan Masters TT 2019 2nd place
・ 2018 time trial japan series champion
・ 2019 uchinada TT champion, UCI niseko classic TT champion
UCI Niseko Classic TT, 1st place
In 2020 I’m focusing on gravel racing for the first time.
・ Different training
Short hard efforts on the flat, replaced by longer off road efforts.And lots of climbing.
CX debut, 2020 Toyama CX, 3rd place
Ride it like a TT! Toyama CX, 170HR lock on!
・ Different equipment
The search for strong durable equipment is a long process.
· Disc Brakes
· Wheels
· Tires
· Tire Inserts
・ Sealant
Imezi sealant for the win!
This is trial and error.
3 sets of wheels
4 brands of tires
3 brands of sealant
I have been delighted with the performance of Imezi sealant.
It is definitely the best out there.
And now I am excited to ride Imezi wheels too.
I’ll be sharing my impressions of kit, races and all things cycling here.
Please feel free to check my blog too.
https://www.facebook.com/biketrainingandracinginjapan/
The joy of two wheels!
Ride on!
ANDY