Greeting card Pogi&Pika Team
Dear cycling friends!
Behind us lies a year full of twists and turns, new experiences, big steps forward, and even more sincere smiles.
Thank you for pursuing your dreams with us, encouraging our teams, and believing in young cyclists who are growing into wonderful athletes—and, above all, good people.
In the coming year, we wish you light feet, a strong will, good health, and many moments that warm your heart.
May your path always lead you in the right direction—sometimes fast, sometimes slow, but always with courage.
Together, we create stories that we will proudly carry with us for a long time to come.
May 2026 be a year of new challenges, new victories, and unforgettable experiences.
Have a happy, brave, and cheerful New Year!
Pogi Team & Pika Team
I Feel SLO GP Novo mesto – excellent performances by our Pogis on both days of the velodrome spectacle!
Last weekend, the velodrome in Novo Mesto hosted the two-day I Feel SLO GP Novo Mesto cycling event, where our cyclists tested their skills in demanding and dynamic disciplines. The boys of all age categories showed exceptional focus, courage, and competitive spirit, bringing home excellent results.
Day 1 – A strong start and victory in Madison
Elimination race
U13 – Boys C
3. Ivan Kandus
5. Jaka Malovrh
9. May Jerman Kosec
U14 – Boys B
9. Sebastjan Grčar
Points race
U17 – Junior Youth
4. Urban Hvastija
U19
3. Luka Maksimovič
6. Bor Ebner
Madison – a commanding victory
An exceptional performance by the duo Bor Ebner (Pogi Team) and Tim Mervar (Adria Mobil)who are for the team Roller shutter manufacturing Medle won convincingly 1st place In Madison! Well done! 
Day 2 – new evidence and a new victory
Race to the finish line
U13 – Boys C
4. Jaka Malovrh
5. Ivan Kandus
10. Tian Fear
U14 – Boys B
7. Nik Plut
10. Sebastjan Grčar
U15 – Boys A
6. Ažbe Hvastija
8. Svit Jelič
9. Črt Glavan
Omnium – Older juniors U19
1. Bor Ebner – VICTORY!
With his excellent driving and tactical perfection, Bor deservedly took the top spot on the podium.
The two-day velodrome event once again showed that our cyclists are improving with every race. Winning results, numerous top rankings, and excellent team energy are proof that Pogi Team is confidently building its future.
Congratulations to all competitors, coaches, and support teams!
I FEEL SLO GP Novo mesto | Velodrome – Day 1 and Day 2 Pika Team
The girls from the Pika Team successfully tested themselves at the velodrome for two days in a row at the I Feel SLO GP Novo mesto race.
The competition featured a variety of disciplines, fierce competition, and valuable experience on the track.
Day 1 – elimination race
The first day was dedicated to elimination races for all categories of girls, where our competitors showed courage and good tactical riding.
Girls B
* 7th place – Viktorija Naglič
Girls A
* 4th place – Brina Prevodnik
* 7th place – Ameliia Baranova
* 9th place – Alina Telič Verovšek
Younger juniors
* 5th place – Lina Mehle
* 10th place – Lara Šetina
Young women
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2nd place – Emilie Patru
* 5th place – Taja Mehle
Day 2 – final destination and points race
The second day brought new challenges – the girls competed in a race to the finish line, while the juniors took part in a demanding points race.
Girls – race to the finish line
Category B
* 8th place – Viktorija Naglič
Category A
* 6th place – Brina Prevodnik
* 8th place – Alina Telič Verovšek
* 10th place – Ameliia Baranova
Young women – points race
Younger juniors
* 8th place – Lina Mehle
* 11th place – Lara Šetina
Older juniors
* 5th place – Emilie Patru
* Taja Mehle – Did Not Finish
Two intense days on the track brought the girls good rankings, podium places, and, above all, important experience for future races. Congratulations to all the competitors for their effort, fighting spirit, and team spirit!
POGI TEAM & PIKA TEAM x VOLVO CAR CENTER LJUBLJANA TOGETHER WE MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE
Dear parents, guardians, and friends of the Pogi & Pika Team,
We are delighted to share some exciting news about our partnership with Volvo Car Center Ljubljana – a partnership that provides us with safety, reliability, and support we can always count on during all our training sessions and races.
Our Pogi and Pika cyclists have top-of-the-line support vehicles at their disposal, ensuring that training sessions, preparations, and competitions run safely, smoothly, and without a hitch. Volvo has become part of our team—part of a story in which we are working together to make dreams come true.
A SPECIAL GIFT FOR ALL RECIPIENTS OF THIS EMAIL
When visiting the Volvo Car Center Ljubljana (Leskoškova 2), all parents, cyclists, and club members can receive a practical gift.
All you need to do is mention our joint slogan, "Together we make dreams come true,"atthe information desk in the salonby January 17, 2026.
VOLVO WITH US AT THE 5TH CYCLOCROSS IN LJUBLJANA
We will continue our story together soon – at the 5th Ljubljana Cyclocross, which will take place in Stožice. At the venue, you will be able to see three selected Volvo models that accompany us on the journey of our young cycling talents.
Come and see the vehicles on display, chat with the Volvo team, and find out why Volvo is synonymous with safety and reliability.
Thank you for being part of our cycling family. Together we are making dreams come true – every day, every kilometer.
Pogi Team & Pika Team & Rog Ljubljana Cycling Club
Photo: Greeting card by Pogi and Pika Team
Pogi Team at winter training in Ribno: training, knowledge, and unforgettable views
Pogi Team at winter training in Ribno: training, knowledge, and unforgettable views
The Pogi Team is in full swing with preparations at Glamping Ribno, where we have temporarily put our bikes away and replaced them with hiking boots and warm winter gear. Together with the Pika Team and our senior team, we have spiced up our training with activities that will contribute significantly to our future success.
The first part of our preparations took us to Hudičev Boršt, where we were greeted by a true winter idyll. Nature once again showed its beauty—the views of snow-covered Slovenia were worth every step and every drop of sweat as we climbed toward the summit and our goals.
In addition to physical training, we also devoted a lot of attention to education. In the afternoon, Samo Rauter led us through an extremely interesting lecture on monitoring data during training, which will help us take our training to an even higher level. We were also visited by Dr. Krištof Knap, who presented the key guidelines for proper nutrition for athletes—knowledge that is the foundation of long-term success. We sincerely thank both of them for their time, expertise, and valuable insights.
Our stay was made even more enjoyable by Hotel Ribno, which welcomed us with open arms and provided us with a sports-filled and unforgettable weekend. Their hospitality was the icing on the cake of our intense yet magical winter preparations.
Motivation is growing, preparations are underway — and with a team like ours, we know we are on the right track.
New paths, same goals – Volvo and Pogi Team united for the future
On Friday, October 24, 2025,the Volvo Car CenterinLjubljana hostedthe official handover ofseven new Volvo XC40 vehicles, which will accompany thePogi Team UAE Generali, Pika Teamby Mastercard, andPogi Team Gusto Ljubljanain all important competitions at home and abroad in the coming seasons.
The vehicles wereofficially handed over by Andrej Pleško, head of Volvo Car Center Ljubljana, and accepted byAndrej Hauptman, president of the Rog Ljubljana Cycling Club, who emphasized the importance of reliable and safe support in the development of young Slovenian cyclists.
"We are delighted to continue our partnership with Volvo, as values such as reliability, safety, and responsibility are also the foundation of our operations. These vehicles will enable our teams to travel safely to training sessions, races, and many new sporting stories," said Hauptman upon taking delivery.
Volvo XC40 vehicles offer the perfect combination ofoutstanding safety, performance, and comfort—ideal for supporting top young athletes on their journey to the top.
Sincere thanks to the company Volvo Car Center Ljubljana and partner Volvo Car Slovenia for your trust and support. Together, we are taking on new challenges – safely, responsibly, and with a smile. 
Volvo Car Center Ljubljana 
Photo: (Alen Milavec)
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GP Valli del Natisone, Italy, October 12, 2025
A 130 km flat race, full of action right from the start! 
At the start of the race, a large group of escapees broke away, in which we had strong representation: Petrič, Kuntarič, Žibert, Ebner, and Maksimović. 
Vanja and another cyclist later broke away from this group — the pair held on all the way to the finish line! 
Vanja, 2nd place!
And from the pursuit group:
Ebner 3.
Petrič 4.
An additional point for our team on flying targets:
1. Maksimović
2. Ebner
An excellent team performance by Pogi Team — strength, tactics, and team spirit in action! 
