Etape Caledonia training de luxe weekend

Etape Caledonia deluxe easy training weekend

The deluxe version of our hugely popular Etape Caledonia training rides, based in the home of the Etape Caledonia; Pitlochry.

All your needs catered for.

What more could you ask for? Book early.

Single room supplement is £30 extra please select from drop down list if required

The series has been broken into 3 levels of difficulty depending on your needs and requirements. If you are unsure of which ride you would like to join us on then please get in touch with us and we will be happy to advise:

This ride has been classified as Easy:

Steady riding at an average of 12 to 15 mph. Ideal for those who are new to cycling or competing in their first event. These rides aim to increase your confidence in your riding ability as well as introducing you to group riding. The maximum distance will be 40 miles, but will include some climbing. Suitable for riders who would complete the Etape Caledonia in five and a half hours or more.

Book as single day events

Due to the unprecedented demand for our Etape Caledonia single day training rides, we have the pleasure of offering you the chance to add a weekend trip to your training schedule. Based in Pitlochry, Skinny Tyres is now offering you the opportunity to spend a weekend cycling on many of the roads used on the Etape route. Pitlochry is ideally placed for the cyclist to access a huge network of quiet roads. Our local guides have an intimate knowledge of the locality and will help you discover some new hidden gems. Along with the opportunity to ride with fellow like-minded cyclists we can’t think of a better way to spend a weekend.

Thank you for a great day on Saturday. Everyone was really helpful from the Skinny Tyres guides to the support on the ride. (Your guide) Ann was particularly helpful answering all my “girlie” biking questions! A very well organised day with fantastic scenery and we are really looking forward to our next visit to Highland Perthshire. – M. Hamilton – Etape Caledonia Single day ride – February

These dates have been added to allow you to get some early training in for the 2011 event, or just have a great weekend away cycling in the beautiful countryside of Highland Perthshire.

Your trip will include:

Full board accommodation
All meals inclusive
2 days riding
Experienced and local guides on both rides
Support vehicle backup on both rides
Complimentary energy products
Evening massage
Full use of the hotel leisure facilities
Evening basic bike repair workshop delivered by a bike shop mechanic

Accommodation is based on two people sharing a twin room. Single rooms can be booked on request, but will incur a £30 supplement. If required please select this option to put in your shopping basket.

The Itinerary

Saturday morning

Arrive at The Atholl Palace for an initial 40mile training run, starting at 11am. We will provide you with complimentary energy products and a support vehicle will be on hand in the event of any mechanical difficulty. Our guides are all experienced in sportive and road racing and will be pleased to answer any questions or give advice.

Saturday afternoon

Returning to the Atholl Palace, we’ll give you a recovery drink and then you will have an opportunity to settle in to your room. Lunch will provided during the ride. Later in the afternoon we will provide an hour long seminar on emergency bike repairs, giving you practical hands on experience.

After dinner, you will have an opportunity to get a massage and then spend the rest of the evening relaxing.

Sunday

Glen Quaich Following breakfast we will prepare for another 40 mile training ride. Starting at 11am, we will head northwards onto a route that takes in sections of the Etape Caledonia course. As with Saturday, you will be fully supported with on ride guides, vehicle back up and energy products. Lunch will be provided on route and we expect to return to the Hotel by 3pm, to allow you plenty of time to make your return trip home.