After four cyclo-cross races in three weekends, I earned a well deserved weekend off from racing... and where else better to spend it than in a nation with some of top cyclo-cross racers in the world, The Netherlands.
Without doubt, the best aspect of my job is the opportunity to travel the world on the company's dime. The Netherlands is where I go most often when flying internationally, and for good reason... I have a bicycle there! Cycling in the The Netherlands is nothing short of awesome, great roads and bike lanes without motorists who are trying to run you over.
Our layover hotel is perfectly situated on the north side of Amsterdam, just a short 3 mile ride to the countryside. The Dutch countryside is beautiful, with small villages and farms dotting the Noord Holland landscape. I can get out and do two to three hour training rides without ever stopping... and that's without running stop signs ;-) It's such a short list of places that can offer better areas to train than The Netherlands. The weather is much like Michigan as Autumn and Spring are near identical, but with much cooler summers and a bit milder winters... plus you'll always find a breeze, if not strong gusts (hence all the windmills).
If you ever get a chance to travel there, don't miss the opportunity to ride a bike while visiting... you won't be disappointed for sure.
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