The thaw has come to Hokkaido earlier than expected, and the 2026 cycling season is officially underway. March 2nd marked the first ride of the year, with most roads dry and ready to roll...most, not all.

In this episode, Marty talks early-season riding, winter BBQs, the annual return of Tundra Swans, and the legacy of Dr. William S. Clark - the man behind Hokkaido's famous "Boys, be ambitious."

You can check out the photos from the rides on the Cycling Hokkaido Instagram page......

www.instagram.com/cycling.hokkaido.podcast/

Have fun out there, folks!