About Us
At Dutch Diesel Cycling, our mission is simple: share the joy of cycling and help riders to achieve their personal goals. In a world where work, family, screen time, and other obligations dominate our days, cycling offers a chance to unplug, recharge, and get the endorphins flowing.
Erik Hofman
Certified USA Cycling Coach and Tour Guide
Growing up in the Netherlands, biking was an everyday activity for me, even into my teenage years. But it wasn't until I moved to California and joined the 2001 Team in Training charity event that my true passion for cycling began. I thoroughly enjoyed biking through the California hills and coastline while training for America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride, a 100-mile ride around Lake Tahoe.
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From there, my passion for the sport evolved into amateur racing (NCNCA, 2009 - 2014) where my teammates nicknamed me"Dutch Diesel" because I spent a lot of time at the front shielding others from the wind and closing down break aways.
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These days, I log an average of 5,000 to 6,000 miles per year, which includes leading virtual/indoor rides and outdoor rides all over the Bay Area. I coach clients in multiple countries, and recently biked the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix in Belgium.
I founded Dutch Diesel Cycling to share my passion and expertise with riders who want to improve performance, build fitness, ride in a group, or explore breathtaking routes. Cycling is a fun individual sport, but it's even better sharing it with others. Join us. We know you'll enjoy the ride.
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