Mardi Gras Spring
Cycling Training Camp
February 8-14, 2013
The Peaks Coaching Group are back for the 2nd annual Mardi Gras camp and are bringing more power to the Deep South. This camp offers fitness, power analysis and application, and New Orleans style culture, fun, and cuisine. Our camp is open to riders of all levels that want to develop their fitness and build spring miles while enjoying the luxury and amenities of Central Louisiana’s most unique and elegant hotel. Campers will have the opportunity to experience an authentic Mardi Gras parade, a true Louisiana style celebration. This camp features our classic spring camp blend of solid training and cutting edge power coaching with a memorable taste of Cajun culture. The low traffic country roads will offer both flat and hilly terrain, and there will be many opportunities to enjoy the sights of Southern plantations, lakes and miles and miles of agricultural countryside.
Cycling Camp Includes:
Daily Cycling Power Training Seminars with select Peaks Coaching Group Coaches.
- Daily on the road coaching with the PCG team.
- Daily cycling power file reviews and analysis with the Peaks Coaching Group.
- Full mechanical support form certified mechanics, this includes full bike assembly, daily cleaning and lubrication and all minor repair services.
- Full "on the road support"- Ride like a professional! Our support team will be there to fully support your on the road experience just like you were a pro.
- Continental breakfasts, simple lunches and snacks, and delicious Southern style dinners.
- 1 free thirty minute massage to distress and relax tired muscles.
- End of the day flexibility session for recovery and increased range of motion.
Cost: $1995 Double Occupancy, single occupancy upgrade $395.
Day Cycling Campers welcome: $175 per day.
Deposit / Registration / Final Payment:
A $500 deposit is due at time of registration ($100 deposit for single day attendee). This deposit is refundable up to 45 days prior to camp, minus a 10% administrative fee. You will be issued a final invoice 28 days before the commencement of your cycling camp; final payment is due 21 days before the commencement of your cycling camp and all such payments are final, non-refundable and non-applicable. The Peaks Coaching Group recommends travel insurance in case of emergency cancellation.
The Peaks Coaching Group recommends travel insurance in case of emergency cancellation.
Arrival / Departure:
Checking in begins on Friday, February 8 at 12pm. Please make arrangements to arrive between 12pm and 3pm when possible to facilitate the check in process.
For those traveling via air, please book travel into Alexandria International Airport (AEX).
Bike Transportation:
For those traveling by air you can either chose to ship your bike in advance or take with you in your travels. Our support team will assemble all shipped bikes in advance and be onsite to support those that are traveling with their bike.
For shipping please ship bikes to arrive 48 hours in advance of cycling camp to ensure arrival. Please ship bikes to:
Red River Cyclery
3920 Jackson Street Ext
Alexandria, LA 71303-3007
Lodging and Accommodations:
The Hampton Inn
6124 West Calhon Drive
Alexandria, LA 71303
318-445-4449
Cycling Camp Cancellation Policy:
A $500 deposit is due at time of registration ($100 deposit for single day attendee). This deposit is refundable up to 45 days prior to camp, minus a 10% administrative fee. You will be issued a final invoice 28 days before the commencement of your cycling camp; final payment is due 21 days before the commencement of your cycling camp and all such payments are final, non-refundable and non-applicable. The Peaks Coaching Group recommends travel insurance in case of emergency cancellation.
The Peaks Coaching Group recommends travel insurance in case of emergency cancellation.
Cycling Camp Checklist:
Clean and Tuned Bike
- Helmet
- Short and Jerseys
- Arm, knee or leg warmer or tights
- Light wind vest
- Light jacket
- Rain jacket
- Light weight base layers
- Socks
- Cycling gloves short finger and long finger
- Cycling Shoes/pedals and bootie covers
- Eyewear/sunglasses
- Small tote for your clothing in the support vehicles
- Power Meter and heart rate band
- Sunscreen, chamois crème
- Lap top computer with WKO (free 2 week download available-download 1 week prior if needed) this is IMPORTANT to get the most out of cycling camp!
Cycling Camp Schedule Overview:
Day Arrival: Friday February 8
- 3:00pm - 5:00pm - Check In
- 6:00pm - Dinner
- 7:30pm - Seminar- Intro the Power Training
Day One: Saturday, February 9
7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30am - Morning Presenation
- 10:00am - Day 1 Ride- Clifton Loop (55M)
- Lunch- on the road
- Massages all afternoon
- 1:30pm- 3:30pm - Mardi Gras Parade
- 6:00pm - Dinner
Day Two: Sunday, February 10
- 7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30am - Morning Presentation
- 10:00am - Day 2 Ride- 10 minute test day (40-45M)
- Lunch- on the road
- Massages all afternoon
- 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Yoga
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Afternoon Power File Review/Day Review
- 6:30pm - Dinner
Day Three: Monday, February 11
- 7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30 - Morning Presentation
- 10:00am - Day 3 Ride- Short Race Tactics
- Lunch- on the road
- Massages all afternoon
- 2:30am - 3:30pm - Yoga
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Afternoon Power File Review/Day Review
- 6:30pm - Dinner
- 8:00pm - Video Review- Sprint Form and Finish
Day Four: Tuesday, February 12
7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30pm - Morning Presentation
- 10:00am - Day 4 Ride- Long Leaf Vista (85m or 100m)
- Lunch- on the road
- Massages all afternoon
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Afternoon Power File Review/ Day Review
- 6:30pm - Dinner
Day Five: Wednesday, February 13
- 7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30am - Morning Presenation
- 10:00am - Day 5 Ride- Long Race Tactics
- Lunch- on the road
- Massages all afternoon
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Afternoon Power File Review/Day Review
- 6:30pm - Dinner
- 8:00pm - Video Review- Long Form and Finish
Day Six: Thursday, February 14
- 7:00am - 8:00am - Breakfast Buffet at Hotel
- 8:30am - 9:30am - Morning Presentation
- 10:00am - Check Out
- 10:00am - Day 6 Ride- Swamp Loop (60-70m)
- Lunch- at Hotel
- Campers Shower & Depart
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Cost: $1995 Double Occupancy, single occupancy upgrade $395.
*Alumni Cycling Campers receive a $100 discount
$175 per day for Day Cycling Campers.
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