I know the Roglic story is true, but it beggars belief.
Guy suffers serious injuries in crash. He quits the sport and is riding for a pro conti team within 12 months.
I know there are genetic freaks who take to cycling quickly; Michael Woods is a good example. But Woods came from the very top tier of middle distance running -- i.e. he was already super fit.
Aside from needing strong legs, I don't see a connection between ski jumping and cycling. That, combined with the length of time he needed to heal from his injuries leaves little room to go from a cat 5 novice to a professional rider. Unless, of course, he and his buddy from a tiny country were on some state sponsored gear.
Guy suffers serious injuries in crash. He quits the sport and is riding for a pro conti team within 12 months.
I know there are genetic freaks who take to cycling quickly; Michael Woods is a good example. But Woods came from the very top tier of middle distance running -- i.e. he was already super fit.
Aside from needing strong legs, I don't see a connection between ski jumping and cycling. That, combined with the length of time he needed to heal from his injuries leaves little room to go from a cat 5 novice to a professional rider. Unless, of course, he and his buddy from a tiny country were on some state sponsored gear.