Henri Kiefer: Getting to the Top Is Never Simple

Henri Kiefer has already shown that he has the speed to race at the sharp end, finishing second at the 2025 Elite World Championships and standing on multiple Elite World Cup podiums, but getting there consistently has been a very different challenge.

In this conversation, Henri talks openly about confidence, expectation and the pressure he’s put on himself, and how learning to manage that has changed the way he approaches racing.

We also get into his journey from riding bikes with his Dad, through the Rookies Cup and Canyon Pirelli, to the Canyon factory team, as well as his approach to preparation, track walk, GoPro analysis and much more.

There’s plenty about the highs and lows along the way too, including broken wrists, difficult seasons, and the lessons he’s taken from the races where things haven’t gone to plan… remember that umbrella moment in Loudenvielle? So sit back, hit play and listen to this episode with Henri Kiefer.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube here.

You can follow Henri on Instagram @henri_kiefer and on YouTube here.

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