In this episode, we are delighted to introduce Ilse Pluimers, a young and exceptionally talented athlete from the Castelli-equipped AG Insurance Soudal team, excelling in both cyclocross and road cycling. It's a lively conversation about Ilse's passion for cyclocross and one-day racing. We explore how she balances her road career with cyclocross in winter, and she shares insider tips and know-how about this amazing sport, covering technical aspects and how to get started.  Towards the end of the episode, we delve into Ilse’s passion and love for the cobbled classics, particularly the iconic Paris-Roubaix. We hope you enjoy this episode, gaining a deeper understanding of the world of cyclocross and Ilse's impressive journey in the sport. Enjoy! TOPICS DISCUSSED 00:00 Introduction 05:02 The Cyclocross Athlete 8:34 The Course, Recon, Race Prep. 20:56 Race Time 25:27 Cyclocross idols 26:25 How to Get Started, Technical Skills 35:41 Paris-Roubaix, How To Ride Cobbles 41:37 European Road Championship U23 45:16 Cycling Journey 47:40 Ending – LINKS – Guest: ⁠⁠Ilse Pluimers⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠Soren Jensen⁠⁠ GCN: ⁠Why Should You Watch CX?⁠ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS If you want your questions to be answered on air, be sure to submit your questions by sending us a message on social media or by email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ________ Follow Castelli on social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram Triathlon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're also on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠STRAVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.