La Marmotte

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LA MARMOTTE & BEYOND

Wednesday, June 29 to Friday, July 8, 2011

Train in the French Alps, plus participate in the
La Marmotte Cyclosportif.

REGISTRATION

Cost US$2,495.00
includes lodging [double occupancy; single supplement (US$795.00) available],
breakfast, and SAG + much more!

What's Included & What's Not Included

Link to Registration

Itinerary Below.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Entry into La Marmotte: 174 km/5,000 meters of climbing, including Col du Glandon, Col du Telegraphe, Col du Galibier and Alpe-d’Huez.
Three-month professional coaching/training program to prepare you for the event.
Long climbs and soaring descents in the scenic French Alps, including Col de la Madeleine, Col de la Croix de Fer and Les Deux-Alpes.
Quaint, comfortable lodging located near all training routes.

PREVIEW

La Marmotte is a challenging cyclosportif that travels through the most beautiful and well-known cycling areas of the French Alps. For anyone who is looking for an alternative (or additional challenge) to L’Etape du Tour, La Marmotte is the event!

With total elevation gain of over 5,000 meters, La Marmotte will test the limits of your cycling fitness.

AfterLA Marmotte, we’ll remain near Bourg d'Osians—centrally located to all cycling routes—for an additional week of training and hands-on coaching. This trip is not only a chance to experience France, but an opportunity to take your cycling to the next level. You’ll train on the same roads that the pros use to prepare for the Tour de France.

PRE-TOUR PROFESSIONAL COACHING

In order to prepare for the trip, you’ll receive a three-month professional coaching/training program, covering topics such as:

Workouts to improve climbing and endurance
Tips on descending, pacing strategies, and nutrition.
Information on choosing the right gear and equipment

AIRPORT ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE CITY

Lyon, France

AVERAGE DAILY MILEAGE AND TERRAIN

We will ride and train an average of 40 to 80 miles daily, over challenging mountain terrain and narrow roads. The routes are designed to offer shorter or longer options, and guests can choose structured training options each day. Professional coaching is included every day. Many afternoons are free for non-cycling activities such as exploring the local villages or simply relaxing. For those who want more riding, this cycling-friendly region has a variety of challenging roads to explore after the set day’s route.

WEATHER

More information about the weather in this area here.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Professional coaching, on-the-road clinics, and ancillary written or electronic training material, including a three-month coaching/training program to prepare for La Marmotte.
Experienced ride leaders, and detailed daily maps and route notes.
Shared lodging at welcoming inn. Single lodging supplement available for US$795.00.
Breakfasts every day. Dinners are paid out-of-pocket for flexibility, but reasonably priced locations will be chosen.
Full van support, snacks and drinks on the ride each day.
Mechanical support.
Transportation and luggage transfers during the tour.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Airfare, bikes and travel insurance are not included.
Lunches are on your own, so you have maximum flexibility in your day.
Dinners. We'll choose reasonably priced locations for those interested in a group dinner.
Personal services, including laundry, telephone, hotel minibar charges, etc., are not included.

ITINERARY

Pre-Trip Arrival
Arrive at Lyon Airport. Check in at Lyon Airport Hotel (Kyriad). Explore Lyon via bike or on foot.

Day 1, Thursday, June 30
Lyon Airport pickup and transfer to Bourg d'Osians (1.5 hours). Light warm-up and shakedown ride in the Bourg d'Osians region. Le Bourg d’Oisans, best known for its location at the foot of L'Alpe-d’Huez, is ideally situated at the intersection of six picturesque valleys and is surrounded by tall escarpments. Welcome dinner together. Light training ride and informational session to re-emphasize key points of the pre-trip, three-month training program, including event-day nutrition, pacing strategies, and climbing and descending skills.

Day 2, Friday, July 1
A day to remember! La Marmotte. Complete event for a total 174 km/5,000 meters of climbing.

Day 3, Saturday, July 2
Recovery ride to loosen up the legs after La Marmotte. On-the-road clinics include recovery riding, off-the-bike active recovery strategies and recovery nutrition.

Days 4-8, Sun-Thur, July 3-7
Receive professional coaching on the same roads used by pros training in the French Alps, including Col du Glandon, Col du Telegraphe, Col du Galibier, Alpe-d’Huez, Col de la Madeleine, Col de la Croix de Fer, Col de Laurentant and Les Deux-Alpes. Not only are you building your cycling fitness, but you’re training in one of the most renowned and beautiful cycling locations in the world. Under experienced guidance, improve your cornering, descending, VO2 max, on-the-bike strength, bike handling and racing nutrition. All specific training is optional; the main focus is on daily miles in the saddle. Late afternoon/evening transfer to Lyon Airport Hotel (Kyriad).

Day 9, Friday, July 8
After a great trip, we’ll say our final goodbyes after breakfast when our trip concludes. Depart and drop-off at Lyon Airport.

For more information, contact robert@cyclingcampsandiego.com