Nick Schultz is hoping the 2017 Vuelta a Espana can be the groundwork for success ahead of his second season with Caja Rural-Seguros RGA. The Australian made his Grand Tour debut last year with the Spanish squad and believes he will be a better rider for having done so in his debut neo-pro season.
While on a three-week break during the off-season that included a day at the Ashes in Brisbane and a beach camping trip, the 23-year-old made sure to do as many 'normal' things as possible before turning his attention to 2018. Spending time with old friends who have "absolutely no idea about cycling" also helped Schultz unwind before he switched back into training mode.
Notorious for his off-season 'blowouts' when it comes to eating, Schultz's dining habits have slowly refined in recent years, and he explains he has sought out quality over quantity
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"I appreciate food more so for the experience than just stuffing my face. I like to go to nice restaurants and enjoy a nice food experience rather than just go and eat as much as I can over the off-season," Schultz told Cyclingnews.
With his off-season consigned to history and plate portions trimmed, Schultz then turned his attention to building his base for the new year and improving on his debut neo-pro season.
"I think mentally I definitely feel more confident going into the 2018 season just having completed my first pro season and also doing a Grand Tour in that season," he said. "This year, when I go into a week-long stage race I won't be thinking a week is really long and this is the limit of everything I have ever done before."
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