28 May, 23

Exciting bicycle race on the Gače track: Outstanding achievements of POGI team cyclists

Today, May 28, 2023, an unforgettable bicycle race was held at the foot of the popular ski resort Gače, which was intended for young cyclists. The circular track, 4 kilometers long and stretching between Gača and Komarna vasya, hosted five races in nine age categories, which attracted more than 200 children from all over Slovenia. VN RTC Gače 2023, as the race was named, proved itself with its demanding course, on which the cyclists competed for Slovenian Cup points.

Among the many talented young cyclists who took part in the race, members of the POGI team stood out with their outstanding achievements. In the junior category (U17), Vanja Kuntaric Žibret shone and won first place, proving his exceptional cycling skills and perseverance. Bor Ebner also performed excellently in the same category, taking third place. The youngsters impressed both the fans and the other competitors with their performances.

In the category of boys A (U15/2), Miha Otoničar proved his talent and deservedly won the first place. He impressed the visitors with his excellent driving and showed that he can face the biggest challenges in the race. Gal Klun also excelled in the Boys B category (U15/1) and took third place, proving his perseverance and cycling skills.

The success of the POGI team riders at the RTC Gače 2023 Grand Prix is an excellent indicator of the hard work and dedication put in by both the competitors and their coaches. They impressed their fans with enviable results and became one of the most promising young talents of Slovenian cycling.

VN RTC Gače 2023 brought an unforgettable experience for all participants, both competitors and visitors. The organizers created a pleasant and exciting atmosphere and enabled young cyclists to test themselves on a challenging course in the wonderful atmosphere of the Gače ski resort. The event was also an opportunity for preschoolers and students up to the fifth grade of elementary school to show their passion for cycling and join the exciting world of bike racing.

Congratulations to all the riders who participated in the RTC Gače 2023 Grand Prix, and especially to the members of the POGI team for their outstanding achievements. Their perseverance, hard work and talent allowed them to stand out and prove themselves on the cycling scene. We look forward to their future successes and hope that they will be an inspiration to new generations of cyclists who want to embark on the path of top cycling.

28 May, 23

Exciting performances by Slovenian female cyclists at the Tour de Feminin 2023 cycling race

Report from the Tour de Feminin cycling race: Slovenian female cyclists shine on the international stage

On Thursday, the four-day race of the second category started in the Czech Republic Tour de Feminine, which attracts many top female cyclists from all over the world. The team is also establishing itself among the competitors BTC City Ljubljana Scott, which is known for its strong line-up and outstanding achievements on the international stage.

The cyclists of the BTC City Ljubljana Scott team have been diligently preparing for this race and have set themselves high goals. With a strong team and excellent tactics, they wanted to achieve top results and establish themselves among the best teams in the race.

  1. May – The bicycle race started with a time trial on Thursday afternoon @tourdefeminin. Many enthusiasts gathered by the track, ready to watch the exceptional competitiveness and perseverance of female cyclists. Among them, the Slovenian competitors Urša Pintar and Nika Bobnar proved themselves, who managed to get into the top twenty. Their success was a real encouraging moment for both riders and heralded a promising continuation of the race.
  2. May – On the third stage @tourdefeminin, 110 km long and with a height difference of 1540 meters, Urša Pintar marked her presence in the first group of competitors, finishing in a solid 20th place. Tjaša Sušnik and Nika Bobnar also fought with their strength, but finished the stage in 52nd and 66th place, respectively, 27 seconds behind. Nevertheless, their performances were still worthy of praise.
  3. May – Last day @tourdefeminin brought great joy and satisfaction. In today's stage, Tjaša Sušnik and Urša Pintar reached the finish line together with the first group of cyclists and achieved an excellent 10th and 13th place respectively. Their perseverance and strength allowed them to finish excellently at the end of the race. Urša Pintar took an outstanding 6th place overall, while Tjaša Sušnik finished in 18th place. Nika Bobnar finished the race in a solid 66th place.

Bicycle race @tourdefeminin is so behind us, but the memories of this outstanding competition will remain for a long time. The competitors showed their top skills and perseverance, they impressed with every stage and proved that they are among the best in the world. Congratulations to all the competitors who participated, and especially to Urša Pintar, Tjaša Sušnik and Niki Bobnar for their outstanding achievements and performances in the race.

Official results – https://btclj.kdrog.si/rezultati-2023/

23 May, 23

Official presentation of the Peugeot Slovenia scholarship to a young Pogi Team rider

Our cyclist Vanja Kuntarič Žibert U17 officially received a scholarship from Peugeot Slovenia at the Franja Marathon press conference yesterday.

Peugeot in Slovenia has been the official vehicle of the Rog Cycling Association and the legendary Franja Marathon for two decades, and for the last two seasons also LEAD THE TEAM. It's part of the sponsorship Peugeot in cooperation with @autotechnavis in 2021 handed over the keys to two personal vehicles, a Peugeot 2008 and a 3008. In addition to the official vehicle, the Peugeot brand committed at that time to, in addition to sponsorship, also award a cycling scholarship to the best cyclist in the boys' category who wins the most points in the season in 2022. This scholarship is part of Peugeot's efforts to encourage and support young talent in cycling and promote a culture of excellence in the sport.
 
"We are happy that we have been part of the Franjo Marathon for 20 years, and we are proud to be the mobile partner of one of the largest cycling events in Slovenia and globally," said Adam Kavšek, director of P Automobil Import. "We believe that sport brings people together and that cycling in particular has the power to inspire and change lives. That is why we are also committed to supporting young cyclists and encouraging the development of cycling talents and promoting a culture of excellence in this sport."
 
As in previous years, the automotive lion king will provide mobile support and assistance to the riders throughout the race and ensure that they have everything they need for the best competition. This year, the latest charismatic Peugeot 408 will reign at the head of the column.
 
Peugeot's commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry is reflected in its support Franja Marathon, which represents the best of cycling and brings people together in the spirit of sport.
 

 

22 May, 23

Highlights: 16th National Championship of the Municipality of Komenda and the Lidl Youth Cup

The 16th VN KOMENDA MUNICIPALITY cycling race was successfully completed – Lidl Youth Cup 2023

The exciting cycling race 16th KOMENDA MUNICIPALITY - Lidl Youth Cup 2023 took place in beautiful weather and in the presence of many fans and cycling enthusiasts. You can see the results of the race here: [RESULTS OF THE 16TH VN OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KOMENDA – Lidl Youth Cup]

14 May, 23

Jakub Husar (Pogi Team UAE Generali) with a great performance at the cycling race Brilon Cup - Kyjov

On Sunday, 14/05/2023, the young cyclist Jakub Husar from the Pogi Team UAE Generali team competed in the demanding cycling race Brilon Cup - Kyjov. Despite the difficult conditions on the 82.6 km long course, Jakub showed tremendous potential and deservedly placed 5th.

The race was full of challenges, as the riders had to deal with a challenging route and demanding weather conditions. Nevertheless, Jakub excelled with his endurance, strength and tactical approach. Through hard work and determination, he always stayed in the game to win.

Until the last corner before the finish, Jakub held a high position and had the opportunity to attack. Unfortunately, he was surprised by a tire slip in the last corner, which prevented him from fighting for the win. Nevertheless, he managed to keep his composure and continue the race with a quick response, which led him to an excellent 5th place.

Jakub's success in the Brilon Cup – Kyjov race is the result of his dedication to cycling, hard work and talent. With his persistent approach, he proved that he belongs to the promising young cyclists and that he has great potential for success in the future.

Pogi Team UAE Generali is proud of Jakub's achievement and sincerely congratulates him for his outstanding performance in the race.

 

Results powered by FirstCycling.com

14 May, 23

Pogi Team cyclists excelled at the three-day race in Idrija: Ascent, time trial and circuit race

Extreme weather conditions challenged young cyclists in Idrija

On Friday, May 12, 2023, a three-day cycling race was held in the idyllic Slovenian town of Idrija, which attracted many young cycling talents. Despite the challenging weather conditions, the young cyclists proved themselves with their endurance and fighting spirit.

The first day of the race featured an ascent, which was particularly challenging due to the cold weather. The young riders from the Boys C team, including Marcos Remon, performed excellently and won fourth place. Despite the fact that the weather almost resembled winter snow, they showed their extraordinary will and fought until the end.

The young cyclists from the Boys A and B teams also had to deal with rainy conditions on the somewhat longer climb route, which measured 4 km. However, this did not deter them from their goal, as they overcame obstacles with courage and perseverance and steadily approached the goal.

The race already served up challenges on the first day, which offered young cyclists the opportunity to grow and improve their cycling skills. Despite the difficult weather conditions, all the riders showed themselves with their hard work and desire to succeed.

The three-day race in Idrija continued with a time trial on Saturday and ended with a round race around the city center on Sunday.

On the second day of the three-day cycling race in Idrija, a time trial was held, where young cyclists from teams Boys A, B and C measured their strength. With their exceptional achievements, they showed their perseverance and abilities and won important podiums.

In the Boys' B team, Urban Hvastija shone and won an excellent second place. His fast time on the time trial was the result of hard work and dedication to training. Also, Franci Kranjc, also from the Dečki B team, achieved an excellent result and was looking forward to third place. With this, they showed their excellent preparation and competitive spirit.

Young cyclists from the Boys A team also shone in the time trial. Miha Otoničar showed exceptional form and was looking forward to third place. His achievement is the result of hard work and dedication to training that paid off in this race.

We sincerely congratulate all the boys on their outstanding achievements! With their effort, discipline and fighting spirit, they proved that they can compete with the best. Their excellent results in Saturday's time trial should be recognized and appreciated.

On the last, third day of the bicycle race through the streets of Idrija, our young cyclists showed excellent form and achieved excellent results. Let's see how the boys fared in the various categories:

C boys:

  • Albreht Vanč performed excellently and won 4th place.
  • Marcos Remon also achieved a good result and placed 7th.

The B Boys:

  • Urban Hvastija shone and took 1st place.
  • Franci Kranjc also achieved an excellent result and was looking forward to 3rd place.
  • Gal Klun placed 5th.

Boys A:

  • Jure Jovanovič took 3rd place.
  • Miha Otoničar also achieved an excellent ranking and placed 4th.

With their achievements in individual categories, the boys also achieved important rankings in the overall final ranking:

Boys A:

  • Jure Jovanovič won 3rd place and was looking forward to the shirt for mountain goals.
  • Miha Otoničar was second in the total points for the shirt on flying targets.

The B Boys:

  • Franci Kranjc was looking forward to first place and the shirt for mountain goals.
  • Urban Hvastija reached 4th place in the general classification.
  • Gal Klun proved himself with an excellent second ranking.

The boys proved their talent and perseverance with their outstanding achievements and dedicated work in the race. Together they created an unforgettable weekend that was more than great.

Congratulations to all the boys for their outstanding results! With their fighting spirit, perseverance and sportsmanship, they impressed the audience and showed their potential. With enviable rankings, they went down in the history of this three-day cycling race in Idrija.

Let this success be an encouragement and motivation for further cycling challenges. The boys deserve our support and enthusiasm. Together we create unforgettable moments and follow their sporting path.

09 May, 23

You are invited to the 16th National Championship of the Municipality of Komenda and the Lidl Youth Cup, organized by Pogi Team and KD Rog

Cycling enthusiasts can already prepare for a new cycling adventure, as the 16th Komenda Municipal Grand Prix and the Lidl Youth Cup, organized by Pogi Team and KD Rog, will take place in Komenda on May 21.

The race will attract many cycling talents, with the youngest competitors competing for the Lidl Youth Cup. It is a great opportunity for young riders to show off their skills and compete with their peers.

Who will cross the finish line this year as a winner? This remains a secret, as there will be quite a strong competition at the start. In any case, it can be expected that the local riders from the Pogi Team will ensure the enthusiasm of the local fans and fight for high places.

So, you are invited to join cycling enthusiasts on May 21 and watch an unforgettable sports event in Komenda.

09 May, 23

Pogi Teamovci fight in the Gran Premio San Michele race

On Sunday, May 7, 2023, Pogi Teamovci in the composition of Domen Oblak, Jakub Husar, Tine Jenko, Matevž Zajc, Luka Gregorčič, Gašper Klanjšček, Gašper Kokalj and Žan Predojevič Band took part in the Gran Premio San Michele race. On the 117 km long course, which included ten rugged laps, the boys also had to face the famous Cá del Poggio slope.

In the end, Gašper Klanjšček was the best from Pogi Team in 19th place, while Domen Oblak finished the race in 32nd place. The run decided the winner of the race while the boys put up a good fight for an encouraging result. This score is a good indicator of readiness as it shows progress and potential for further development. We congratulate the boys on their efforts and the result achieved and wish them luck and success in future races.

09 May, 23

The Slovenian junior national team is successful at the Peace Race in Jevíček, Czech Republic

From Friday, May 5, to Sunday, May 7, the Slovenian junior national team took part in the Peace Race in the Czech town of Jevíčko. Three cyclists from the POGI TEAM were also among the representatives, namely Bor Ebner, Žan Lopatič and Bastian Petrič.

The competition took place in four stages, the first stage was the prologue, followed by the 82 km long second stage, which took place over the famous Hartinkov. The third stage was shorter, while the fourth was 84 km long. On the last day of the competition, a 15 km long time trial was scheduled.

On the last stage, Bastian Petrič attacked for a place in the top ten in the general standings, but unfortunately, after a very tiring four stages, he ran out of strength for higher places. Nevertheless, he finished the race in a still excellent 14th place, proving that he can compete with the best riders in Europe.

The Peace Race is considered one of the most important races for young people in Europe, so the participation of the Slovenian national team and the success of our cyclists is an even more important achievement. Bor Ebner, Žan Lopatič and Bastian Petrič excelled in the competition and proved that they have great potential for further development and a successful career in cycling.

09 May, 23

Pogi team members with excellent results at the National Championship and the race for the Cup of Slovenia in Trstenik.

On Saturday, April 29, 2023, the National Championship for boys and girls, as well as the Slovenian Cup race for junior youngsters, took place in Trstenik. More than a hundred competitors from various clubs across Slovenia competed in the competition.

Among the competitors were also members of the Pogi team, who have already proven their excellence several times and did exceptionally well this time as well. The boys showed good form and achieved exceptional results.

In the boys' A category, Jure Jovanović climbed to the podium, winning an excellent third place. He was followed by Miha Otoničar in sixth place and Matic Hrastar in eighth place.

The Pogi team also achieved exceptional results in the boys' B category. Franci Kranjc was in second place, Urban Hvastija was fourth, Matevž Erjavec was sixth, and Nejc Čebulj was ninth.

In the boys category C, Ažbe Hvastija placed eighth.

Competitors in the junior junior category also showed their skills and strength. Vanja Kuntarič Žibert, who won first place, climbed the podium. Bor Ebner came in second, Žan Lopatič in fourth, and Bastian Petrič in sixth.

With their exceptional achievements, the Pogi team once again proved their exceptionality and showed that they are among the best in Slovenia. With their results, the boys earned many praises and the title of one of the best teams in the competition. After the competition, the competitors and professional staff of Pogi were able to celebrate their achievements and prepare for new competitive challenges that the future will bring.

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