January Training Update

After spending the past three years living and training in Washington State, I made the decision to relocate to Nice, France. My goal is to become the best cyclist I can be and push my potential as far as possible, and choosing an environment that supports world‑class training was essential. I considered staying in the United States and moving to well‑known training hubs like Colorado or returning to California, but Nice ultimately offered a stronger combination of elite‑level riding, year‑round training conditions, and a more affordable cost of living than the top cycling regions in California.

I have now been in Nice for two weeks, and the transition has been both exciting and rewarding. Living in a city instead of the countryside is a major shift, but I’m adapting quickly. Once you ride out of town, the terrain becomes exceptional. The region offers an almost endless network of roads, sustained climbs, and iconic mountain passes. My favorite riding so far has been along the Mediterranean coastline near Monaco—smooth roads, steady gradients, and views that make the training feel even more meaningful. There is still a tremendous amount left to explore, but the quality of the riding has already exceeded expectations.

Looking ahead, the plan for the season is to spend the next two months training in Nice before flying back to the United States to compete in the Redlands Bicycle Classic and Levi’s Gran Fondo. After that, the schedule will likely include the next two Para World Cups, USA Pro Nationals, Para Worlds, and—if everything aligns—U23 Worlds in Canada. I also plan to race in Europe throughout the year, with events in France and potentially a racing block in Belgium to gain more experience in high‑level European fields.

I’m genuinely excited to continue building fitness and refining my form while living in a place that offers such a high standard of training. On top of that, my new road bike for the 2026 season is expected to arrive in the coming week. Up to this point, I’ve been riding exclusively on my TT bike here in France, which is geared for flatter terrain and not ideal for the long, steep climbs in this region. Having the proper road setup will make a significant difference as training volume and intensity increase.