2013 La Ruta

2013 CTS La Ruta de los Conquistadores Race Experience
2013 LA RUTA: THE GENUINE CHALLENGE!

This is quite possibly the hardest of all mountain bike events on the Epic Endurance Bucket List. For perspective, consider that for time-in-the-saddle it's like doing the Leadville 100 three days in a row. There's more climbing than Leadville in Stage 2 alone, and in half the distance! As Chris Carmichael (3-time La Ruta finisher) says, "When you're looking for a genuine challenge, you do La Ruta!"

This year we are offering our comprehensive La Ruta race support package for $3500.

La Ruta has earned a reputation as one of the hardest races in the world, including Time Magazine's Top 10 Hardest Endurance Competitions, and if you're ready to step up and take on this challenge then Carmichael Training Systems has the experience and expertise to ensure you're 100% Ready to tackle La Ruta.

APPLY TO BE "BUCKET LIST QUALIFIED"
Due to the demanding nature of the events on the Epic Endurance Bucket List, we utilize a rigorous selection process to make sure athletes are “Bucket List Qualified”. Chris Carmichael and the CTS Coaching Staff examine your training history, current performance markers, skill level, and a variety of other factors, and only athletes whose applications are accepted can register for Bucket List Events. If you believe you have what it takes, click on the button below to start the application process. You will be taken to an online application administered through SurveyMonkey.com.

Complete details described below. Call +1 719-635-0645 ext 1, or email Sales@trainright.com, for complete details and to register.
 

 LA RUTA RACE SUPPORT PACKAGE

From the moment you arrive in Costa Rica, CTS has you covered. The whole point of the Epic Endurance Bucket List is to provide you with all the tools and amenitites you'll need to be successful. For La Ruta, we'll have bi-lingual guides and mechanics. We'll have your sports nutrition taken care of on the bike and your meals taken care of off the bike. Ground transportation from the airport, between stages, and to and from the stages is included. This is a comprehensive approach to preparing for a race and competing at your best. That's why athletes who rely on CTS for their preparation and race support have a 95% finishing rate at La Ruta! With comprehensive race support, you can focus all your attention on racing and recovering.

Check out this video recap from the 2011 La Ruta Race Experience:

 EPIC MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAINING CAMP (optional add-on)

You'll have to be in the best shape of his life to thrive in Costa Rica, and the best way to start is with our Epic Mountain Bike Camp, June 27-29 in Breckenridge, Colorado. Great rides, instruction and training from CTS Coaches who have completed La Ruta.

 

 

 LA RUTA RECON CAMP (Optional Add-on)

Join us in Costa Rica for a proven La Ruta Recon Camp and ride the course that you're going to race! Get insider information from CTS Coaches who have already raced and finished La Ruta! Plus, experience unrivaled support from bi-lingual guides and mechanics. All your meals and accomodationsa will be taken care of. All you have to do is eat, sleep, and ride! 

 LA RUTA COACHING (Recommended Add-on)

Benefit from the combination of our proven coaching methodology and our hands-on knowledge of La Ruta. Our coaches will make sure your physically prepared for the challenges you’ll face in Costa Rica, and they’ll prepare you with inside information about the course, optimal racing strategies, and race-specific nutritional advice. Call 719-635-0645 x1 to add Coaching to your La Ruta Experience! 
 
“Preparing for and completing La Ruta changed my life, rejuvenated my training, and pushed me beyond my limits. It was such a a great experience that I plan to continue doing the hardest races, like La Ruta, until I just cannot do them anymore!" - Chris Carmichael
 
La Ruta Experience Includes
 

La Ruta Race Support: Oct 23-26 2013 (race is Oct 24-26)

  • Transportation to and from the airport
  • Transportation between stages and to and from stage starts/finishes
  • Race-day on-course support, including 4×4 vehicles
  • Bi-lingual guides
  • CTS Jersey
  • Hotel accomodations (October 30-November 3)
  • Professional mechanic support 
  • All meals while in Costa Rice
  • Airfare is not included

Optional La Ruta Recon Camp, Costa Rica: September 2013 Includes

  • Daily training sessions with Carmichael Training Systems coaches
  • Ride the actual La Ruta course
  • Professional Mechanics
  • Sports nutrition support from GU Energy
  • Bi-lingual guides
  • Transportation to and from the airport
  • Hotel accomodations
  • All meals in Costa Rica
  • Airfare not included
PRICING AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
  • Package Pricing
    • $ 3500 for the La Ruta Package (Race Support, Race entry (Epic MTB Camp, Recon Camp, coaching not included))
  • Deposit:
    • A non-refundable deposit of $1500 is due at time of registration for athletes signing up for the La Ruta Package.
  • The balance will be billed in two $1000 installments.

Contact us today for information and to register!  Sales@trainright.com   +1-719-635-0645 ext. 1
CANCELLATION POLICY

If you have to cancel for any reason, your deposit and additional fees depending on your cancellation date will not be refunded. Exceptions to this policy will not be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies and balances cannot be transferred. For the purposes of this cancellation policy below, [camp] refers the La Ruta Experience.

  • Deposit is non-refundable
  • 31-60 days prior: Cancellation Fee of 75% of original camp price
  • 0-30 days prior: Cancellation fee of 100% of original camp price
  • There are no discounts, refunds or exchanges associated with a Member skipping or missing any portion of a camp and/or class including, without limitation, meals, lectures or rides.
  • CTS reserves the right to cancel a camp and/or class at any time. In this event, Member will be issued a full refund for the camp and/or class registration fee. CTS is not responsible for expenses associated with planning Member’s trip including, without limitation, airfare, lodging, meals, transportation, etc., (collectively, “Member Expenses”) to attend any camp and/or class.
  • Camp will be conducted based on the schedule posted prior to the camp, but CTS reserves the right to modify the camp schedule based on, without limitation, weather and the number or skill level of athletes in attendance.
  • All fees will be applied to the camp and/or class for which you are registered. If you have to cancel for any reason, your deposit and all subsequent payments will be applied to the camp and/or class for which you have registered and cannot be transferred to an alternate camp and/or class or any other Service or product offered by CTS.
  • For information please contact Camp Manager at camps@trainright.com or 1-866-355-0645