Ep. 8: Onoda races Imaizumi and Naruko to claim the King of the Mountain title from Sohoku first years.
Aired on November 26, 2013
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Onoda catches up to Imaizumi and Naruko, sparking a competitive race among the three Sohoku first years to determine who deserves the King of the Mountain title. As the mountain grade changes, Naruko struggles but chooses to pass his fighting spirit to Onoda rather than slowing down. Onoda continues forward to challenge Imaizumi directly. Meanwhile, the third-year students observe the intense competition, questioning what drives Onoda’s persistence. The coach reflects on the unique enjoyment Onoda is experiencing during this challenging climb, highlighting the distinct motivation fueling his performance in the race.
Episodes
- Ep. 4 · Onoda and Naruko pursue a car after an incident involving a cigarette butt.
- Ep. 5 · Onoda joins Sōhoku High cycling club while balancing anime club dreams
- Ep. 6 · Onoda faces tough competition in the welcoming race with his mom bike
- Ep. 7 · Onoda closes the gap while Imaizumi and Naruko encounter a mysterious third competitor.
- Ep. 8 · Onoda races Imaizumi and Naruko to claim the King of the Mountain title from Sohoku first years.
- Ep. 9 · Onoda and Imaizumi battle for the King of the Mountain title with 500 meters left
- Ep. 10 · First years receive specialized training from seniors on a specific school route.
- Ep. 11 · The Human Bullet Train Formation Surges Ahead in the Inter High Preliminaries
- Ep. 12 · Sohoku cyclists face grueling 1000 km training with modified bikes at Hakone facility