2012 La Ruta

2012 CTS La Ruta de los Conquistadores Race Experience
2012 LA RUTA: Three ways to race!

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For a third year, Carmichael Training Systems is headed down to Costa Rica for one of Time Magazine's Top 10 Hardest Endurance Competitions, the La Ruta de los Conquistadores mountain bike stage race. This year we have three package options for you to choose from:

1. Boot Camp + Race Support: Boot Camp 3.5 days in Colorado Springs (June 20-23), plus full support race in Costa Rica.

2. Recon Camp + Race Support: 5.5 days Recon / Training Camp in Costa Rica (September 17-22), plus full support race in Costa Rica.

3. Recon Camp + Boot Camp + Race Support: The whole enchilada.

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

La Ruta has earned a reputation as one of the hardest races in the world, 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.

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 during the recon camp and during the race. 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! 

Our La Ruta Race Experience is designed to give you the knowledge, confidence, and support necessary to accomplish your goals. Need more proof? Check out this race report from CTS Athlete John Sagebiel ! La Ruta Race Report.

 LA RUTA BOOT CAMP 

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 a 3-day Boot Camp in Colorado Springs from June 20-23. Great rides, instruction and training from CTS Coaches who have completed La Ruta.

 

This Boot Camp includes long, strenuous mountain bike rides, instruction on hike-a-bike sections, and presentations from experienced La Ruta coaches.

 

 

 

 

 LA RUTA RECON CAMP

Join us from September 17-22 in Costa Rica for our proven La Ruta Recon Camp and ride the course that you're going to race! Get insider information from CTS Coaches Adam Pulford and Jane Rynbrandt, who have already raced and finished La Ruta! Plus, experience unrivaled support from bi-lingual guides and mechanics. All your meals and accomodationsa are taken care of. All you have to do is eat, sleep, and ride! 

Check out this video from the 2011 Recon Camp:
 
 

 LA RUTA RACE SUPPORT PACKAGE

From the moment you arrive in Costa Rica, CTS has you covered. We will handle everything from the time you arrive until we drop you off at the airport after the race. With comprehensive race support, you can focus all your attention on racing and recovering.

Our La Ruta Race Support services can be purchased independently of any other CTS services. We’ll take care of you from your arrival at the airport to your departure, including accommodations, meals, mechanical support between stages, sports nutrition support during stages, and post-stage massage therapy. 

Check out this video recap from the 2011 La Ruta Race 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 Boot Camp, Colorado Springs: June 20-23

  • Daily training sessions with Carmichael Training Systems coaches
  • Professional mechanics
  • Sports nutrition support from GU Energy
  • Meals (3 lunches, 1 dinner)
  • Travel and Accomodations not included

La Ruta Recon Camp, Costa Rica: September 17-22 

  • 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

La Ruta Race Support: October 30-November 3

  • 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)
  • Massage therapy
  • Professional mechanic support 
  • All meals while in Costa Rice
  • Airfare is not included

Itinerary and additional details, including cancellation policy: 
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PRICING AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
  • Package Pricing
    • $ 11,500.00 for the Complete La Ruta Package (Boot Camp, Recon Camp, Race Support, Race Entry)
    • $ 9,700 for the International La Ruta Package (Recon Camp, Race Support, Race Entry (Boot Camp not included))
    • $ 7,200 for the Domestic La Ruta Package (Boot Camp, Race Support, Race entry (Recon Camp not included))
  • Deposit:
    • A non-refundable deposit of $3,500 is due at time of registration for athletes signing up for the Complete La Ruta Package.
    • A non-refundable deposit of $2,700 is due at time of registration for athletes signing up for the International La Ruta Package.
    • A non-refundable deposit of $2,200 is due at time of registration for athletes signing up for the Domestic La Ruta Package
  • The balance will be billed in monthly installments with the final payment in October.
  • See Information Sheet above for the cancellation policy that is specific to these packages.
     

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