Conrad Stoltz
After a few years dabbling in BMX racing, rugby, cricket, judo and running, I started racing triathlon at age 14. A few years later I turned pro in 1992- fresh out of high school. Other than the 24 years' of racing triathlon in South Africa, I raced 6 seasons in France and this is my 13th season in the USA.
I also enjoy mountain bike racing and mix it up with the "tall socks" when the schedule allows. [Sea Otter and Whiskey Off road this year in the USA, and Argus MTB Challenge in South Africa.]
Achievements
| 4x XTERRA World Champion |
| ITU Cross Tri World Champion |
| 9x XTERRA USA Series Champion |
| 44 XTERRA career wins |
| 2x Olympian |
| Winner Chicago Mrs Ts 2002 |
| 5x All African Triathlon champion (road) |
| 5x South African Triathlon Champion (road) |
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
January 13, 2011I’m a little behind with the blogging, so I’m trying to quickly squeeze a few topics into one blog.
The Good:
Long, easy mountain bike rides on the Highveld. Drinking water straight from the spring. (Fountain)
You may have to fight a frog, a tadpole and a cow pat for the freshest water,
but as long as you lock the gate, no one gets hurt…
The Bad:
Getting ready for the South African Time Trail Champs on Feb 3. Lots
of painful stuff happening in 1 place. Putting some miles on the Elite PowerMag trainer and Powercranks at 1400m altitude- probably the 3 most painful things you can do at one time.
I poured concrete flooring all day so had to train at night. Usually I dont need an excuse to train at night…
No real electricity here- so no cooling fans. But afterward I did a few laps in the sweat puddle to cool down…
See those little spikes in yellow? Each spike feels like putting your hand in the fire.
Anxiously awaiting a fast, flat bike with low bars that pedals itself. Like Fabian’s.
For once Fedex stuffed it up. How many countries does a bike have to
visit before hitting Africa? And what did it do in Memphis Tennessee for
5 days? (Visit Elvis?) I’ve been to Tennessee, you can see it all in 1
day.
The Ugly.
Did an 8hr Enduro ride with my mate Wayne. He is training for next years Roof of Africa already…
One of the best parts was going up this stream for about 2km. Hard work!
Was totally worked. Stopped counting the crashes after about 5.
Was A LOT of fun.
Somehow the coach is not impressed… What?! Skills training!
Wayne halfway into the House of Pain
Too late to worry about a few scratches.
No pedaling required.
The “main road.”
Ok ok, Playtime is over. The thing is winterized and locked away.
Time to chew bubblegum and kick ass
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Conrad Stoltz wins XTERRA Grabouw
February 29, 2012 -
One Caveman, one week, 3 races, 3 discilpines. Actually 5
February 29, 2012 -
Aca Joe West Coast Warm Water Weekend 2012
February 21, 2012 -
Caveman wins XTERRA South African season opener at Buffelspoort
January 30, 2012 -
Specialized Trivent TERRA. Caveman’s XTERRA specific cycling shoe available to public.
September 12, 2011 -
Another soul ride, Caveman style…
August 3, 2011 -
XTERRA Las Vegas- Old School vs New School
April 11, 2011 -
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
January 13, 2011 -
Conrad Stoltz wins Momentum 94.7 Mountain Bike Challenge
November 22, 2010 -
Caveman wins XTERRA USA Nationals
October 18, 2010 -
Caveman on Specialized 29er Epic, finishes 2nd at Thrilla Cyclo Cross
September 30, 2010 -
The Caveman’s somewhat-secret XTERRA tips.
July 23, 2010 -
Big weekend for Specialized
July 20, 2010 -
XTERRA Alabama preview
June 11, 2010 -
Warming up for Sea Otter short track
April 17, 2010 -
Saying good bye to Africa
April 13, 2010 -
This one time, at band camp, I rode 300 Watts for 3hrs
February 23, 2010 -
Product testing, Caveman style
February 11, 2010 -
Mr XTERRA is in town!
February 4, 2010 -
Caveman’s Month of Mopane Worm Cleansing Diet
January 5, 2010 -
The Mario Cipollini board room at Specialized HQ
December 16, 2009 -
Open floor questions for Conrad.
December 15, 2009 -
Being a novice again. 2009 Wilseyville Hare Scramble
November 30, 2009 -
The Off season - fun toy time.
November 30, 2009 -
When giving everything is not enough
November 10, 2009 -
XTERRA World Champs machine
November 2, 2009 -
I recently did an interview and photo session with Jamie from Singletrack.com.
September 21, 2009 -
The Best Bike Shop In Bend
August 31, 2009 -
Training and visiting in Bend, Oregon.
August 31, 2009 -
Ultraman Canada
August 21, 2009 -
XTERRA North East Cup in Vermont
July 21, 2009 -
My Secret Weapon, The Command Post.
July 8, 2009 -
I will make it tubeless again...
June 12, 2009 -
XTERRA Midwest
May 19, 2009 -
XTERRA Las Vegas
May 18, 2009 -
The making of a video.
May 11, 2009 -
Sea Otter Classic
April 22, 2009 -
"Riding with champions", Northern California High School league & Specialized.
April 14, 2009 -
Sani2C Mountain bike race
March 4, 2009 -
My first knobby tire bike...
February 18, 2009 -
My XTERRA start
February 18, 2009