Waldek Stepniowski, Team Manager of the CLIF Pro Team - On being resourceful
Waldek Stepniowski has been the team manager on the CLIF Pro Team (one of the most successful women's mountain bike team in the world) for the last 20 years. Waldek grew up in Poland during the Eastern Block, and through bike racing, managed to escape the country in a quest for a better life and more opportunities. After months in a refugee camp, Waldek made his way to the USA, arriving in a new country where he didn't speak the language, with no money, and no ressource. This is the story of how Waldek's determination, as well as his passion for cycling, allowed him to create a fulfilling career and great life for himself.