Mt. Mitchell Recon Camp

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Mt. Mitchell Recon Camp – Brevard, NC
 

April 17-19, 2013

Mt. Mitchell and its summit has been a long time feather in the cap of cyclists in the Southeast and around the country.  Its slopes are long and deceptively challenging to all.  At this specialty camp you will be treated to a fully supported reconnaissance ride of Mt Mitchell and the roads leading toward it.

The camp will be based out of our Brevard NC training center and have daily shuttles to the starts of the riding sessions.  Brevard is a small town located in Western North Carolina, nestled between the Pisgah National Forest and the DuPont State Forest of the Appalachian Mountains. Known as the “land of waterfalls”, Brevard is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Brevard is not only famous for its abundant outdoor activities, but also plays host to a vibrant downtown scene with art galleries, terrific restaurants, theatre, the Brevard Music Center, and Brevard College. You’ll learn key techniques that help riders of all sizes and shapes excel when the road tips toward the sky. And since what goes up must come down, we will also help you develop the confidence and skills you need to descend quickly, safely, and efficiently.

Our two and a half day Mt Mitchell Recon Camp welcome riders of intermediate and advanced fitness and skill abilities. We highly recommend that your bicycle be equipped with compact gearing, or at least a 12-27 cassette for the terrain encountered at this camp.

Brevard, North Carolina is one of the top vacation destinations on the East Coast, and for good reason.  Situated just east of the Great Smokey Mountains National Park and adjacent to the Pisgah National Forest, Brevard is the gateway to thousands of acres of outdoor playground. And with a wide variety of restaurants, fine hotels, and cultural and natural sights and events throughout the year, Brevard is a great place to come for a weekend, a week, or the rest of your life.

Further, Asheville is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its beautiful mountains, abundant outdoor activities and rich local history Asheville has been named One of the Top Ten Outdoor Towns (Outside Magazine, 2002) and one of the 10 Great Adventure towns in 2004 (National Geographic Adventure)..

Temperatures in April can vary from 50-70 degrees at mid-day, and spring rains are likely.  Please come prepared to ride in all weather conditions. 

Now taking reservations! Call for details: 866-355-0645
Benefits
CTS is commited to every member who comes to camp–
 

You will leave with more self-assurance in group rides, with tips in body positioning, bumping, leaning, and pacing.
We will provide guidance on how you can improve your power and pace at lactate threshold, giving you the ability to ride longer and harder.
You will receive individual attention with world-class analysis, that will boost your confidence on your bike.
Through interaction with our top coaches, you will leave this camp with key training tools to take home, as well as a better idea of areas for improvement.
 
Includes

Daily training sessions with Carmichael Training Systems Coaches

Complete Ride Support with GU Nutrition and Hydration

Professional Mechanics 

Training Talks with our CTS Coaches

CTS cycling jersey

Bike assembly / re-packing 

1 lunch

2 dinners
 

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Details and Itinerary

Details and Itinerary 

CTS Brevard, NC

Mt. Mitchell Recon Camp 

Date: April 17-19, 2013
Focus: Climbing, for beginner to advanced riders
Location: Brevard, NC

Mt. Mitchell and its summit has been a long time feather in the cap of cyclists in the Southeast and around the country.  Its slopes are long and deceptively challenging to all.  At this specialty camp you will be treated to a fully supported reconnaissance ride of Mt Mitchell and the roads leading toward it.

The camp will be based out of our Brevard NC training center and have daily shuttles to the starts of the riding sessions.  Brevard is a small town located in Western North Carolina, nestled between the Pisgah National Forest and the DuPont State Forest of the Appalachian Mountains. Known as the “land of waterfalls”, Brevard is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Brevard is not only famous for its abundant outdoor activities, but also plays host to a vibrant downtown scene with art galleries, terrific restaurants, theatre, the Brevard Music Center, and Brevard College. You’ll learn key techniques that help riders of all sizes and shapes excel when the road tips toward the sky. And since what goes up must come down, we will also help you develop the confidence and skills you need to descend quickly, safely, and efficiently.

Our two and a half day Mt Mitchell Recon Camp welcome riders of intermediate and advanced fitness and skill abilities. We highly recommend that your bicycle be equipped with compact gearing, or at least a 12-27 cassette for the terrain encountered at this camp.

Brevard, North Carolina is one of the top vacation destinations on the East Coast, and for good reason.  Situated just east of the Great Smokey Mountains National Park and adjacent to the Pisgah National Forest, Brevard is the gateway to thousands of acres of outdoor playground. And with a wide variety of restaurants, fine hotels, and cultural and natural sights and events throughout the year, Brevard is a great place to come for a weekend, a week, or the rest of your life.
Further, Asheville is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its beautiful mountains, abundant outdoor activities and rich local history Asheville has been named One of the Top Ten Outdoor Towns (Outside Magazine, 2002) and one of the 10 Great Adventure towns in 2004 (National Geographic Adventure)..

Temperatures in April can vary from 50-70 degrees at mid-day, and spring rains are likely.  Please come prepared to ride in all weather conditions. 

Included

 

Included:

  • Daily training sessions with Carmichael Training Systems Coaches
  • Professional Mechanics
  • Training Presentations from CTS Coaches and outside professionals
  • Complete Ride Support with GU Nutrition and Hydration products
  • CTS Cycling Jersey
  • Bike assembly / re-packing 
  • 1 lunch
  • 2 dinners

Customize your Camp

Customize your Camp:

  • 3D Dynamic Bike Fit add $250
  • Lactate Threshold Test add $150
  • RMR & Body Comp add $100
  • Private Camp Day following the primary camp on Saturday April 20th (price varies)

Cost

Cost:  $999.00 

Members receive a 5% discount on training camps. (Airfare, Lodging and Transportation not included.) 

Registration

Registration:

A non-refundable $300.00 deposit is due at time of registration. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the camp and will be billed automatically. The credit card information used for your deposit will be billed unless otherwise arranged with the CTS accounting department. 

Cancellation

Cancellation:

Click to view Cancellation Policy: http://trainright.com/camps/cancellation-policy/

Arrival/Departure

Arrival/Departure:   

We recommend you arrive in Brevard by 3pm on April 17th, 2013. Camp registration will be from 3:30-5:00pm on April 17th, 2013.  The conclusion of the camp will be after the final ride on Friday April 19th, 2013.

Bike Transport and Assembly

Bike Transport and Assembly:

If you are shipping your bike, please make sure it arrives at CTS or your hotel by Wednesday, April 16th, 2013.  If you wish to ship your bike, we recommend using Luggage Forward. They provide door to door pick/up and delivery of your bike.  You will need to pack your bike, or have it packed for you, and Luggage Forward. will take care of the rest. www.luggageforward.com/trainright

Bike assembly and repacking are included in this camp.

If you’d like to send your bike to CTS Brevard, please use the following address for shipping your bike(s):

Carmichael Training Systems
147 East Main St
Suite 101
Brevard, NC 28732

Lodging

Lodging

There are several hotels around Brevard. All of which you can drive or RIDE to our offices from.

http://trainright.com/locations/cts-asheville/brevard-local-information

Red House Inn
266 West Probart Street
Brevard, NC 28712
828-884-9349
www.brevardbedandbreakfast.com

Hampton Inn Brevard
275 Forest Gate Drive
Pisgah Forest, NC  28768
828-883-4800

Holiday Inn Express
1570 Asheville Highway
Brevard, NC 28712
828-862-8900
www.brevardexpress.com

Acceptable Bikes

Acceptable Bikes

Due to the nature of this camp, and for the safety of all of the athletes and staff, time trial bikes and aero bars are not allowed for this camp. Your bike must be equipped with a standard set of road bars and brake levers. If you have questions about your bike setup, please contact the camp manager.

Airport

Airport:

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is a short 30 minute drive to our offices.

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) is an approximate 2.5 hour drive away, and Greenville Regional Airport (GSP) is approximately 90 minutes drive from Brevard.

Things to Bring

Things to Bring

Items to pack for any of our camps:

  • Road bike: Cleaned, Tuned and ready to ride.
  • Helmet               
  • Jerseys at least 4
  • Shorts at least 4 pair
  • Wind Vest           
  • Baselayer 2 or more during Spring and Fall
  • Rain Jacket         
  • Arm Warmers
  • Socks
  • Cycling Gloves
  • Cycling shoes/pedals
  • Eyewear / sunglasses
  • Chamois Cream
  • Small tote or anything you wish to keep in support vehicle
  • Sunscreen
  • Toiletries for clean up between rides.
  • Data device         
  • Heart Rate Monitor and/or Power Meter
    • (Please let us know if you do not have this equipment)
  • Flashing light for back of bicycle

Items to add just in case.

  • Wind Vest
  • Base layers medium and heavy weight
  • Light jacket
  • Medium weight jacket
  • Long sleeve and/or thermal jersey
  • Long finger gloves
  • Shoe covers/booties
  • Leg or knee warmers or light tights

Other items to consider:

  • 12-27 or 12-25 cassette – If you are not accustomed to climbing, are a beginner cyclists or are attending a climbing camp.          
  • Bottles/mix/food – if you will be arriving before a camp begins or remaining afterward, and wish to ride, please bring what food/drink supplies you will need for your riding.

We will have sport drinks, food, spare tubes/tires, etc in our follow vehicles.  Each day we will prepare water bottles for your bike using GU Electrolyte Brew, and will provide you with GU Energy products for use during the camp.

If you have any questions about what to pack or what to look for when purchasing cycling clothing or supplies, please contact us at 719-635-0645.

Mt. Mitchell Recon Camp

Brevard, NC

April 17-19, 2013

Wednesday
We suggest you arrive sometime this day, since it is an early start on Thursday morning.
3:30pm-5:00pm Pre-Registration, bike drop off 
6:00pm-8:00pm Dinner and Introductions of Staff, athletes and camp schedule
Post Dinner Sports Nutrition Lecture
Thursday
8:00am Arrive at CTS–prepared to ride.
8:15am-9:30am  Shuttle to Spartanburg, SC
9:30am-2:00pm
Ride 
1:00pm-3:30pm Shuttle to Brevard, NC
3:30pm-5:00pm Break
6:00pm-8:00pm Dinner and training presentation on pacing strategies
Friday
8:00am Arrive at CTS–prepared to ride.
8:15am-10:00am Shuttle to Marion, NC
10:00am-2:00pm Ride Hwy 80 to Summit of Mt. Mitchell
2:00pm-3:30pm Shuttle to Brevard, NC
3:30pm-5:00pm Farewell lunch and Q&A with Coaches
Registration

  • $999.00
  • Members receive a 5% discount on training camps. (Airfare, Lodging and Transportation not included.)
  • Non-refundable deposit of $300 is due at time of registration
  • Balance will be due 30 days prior to the camp
  • The credit card information used for your deposit will be billed unless otherwise arranged with the CTS accounting department.
  • To register please contact Sales at camps@trainright.com or 1-866 -355-0645

Cancellation policy