Snow Biking in Japan

cycling training on snow with road racing bikes with studded tires

Niseko-Goshiki Pass 7

Temperature: minus 13 degrees Celsius at the Goshiki Hot Springs (Goshiki Onsen).

Travelled distance: 25km

Maximal velocity: 50.7km/h

The road was covered with hard ice beneath the fresh snow. The snow was a little muddy but ok to ride. Seasonal winds were strong. He did the interval training at the summit. During the descent, the snowfall became heavier and the visibility decreased. The wind was blowing and its noise was scaring.

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