Etape Caledonia training de luxe weekend

Etape Caledonia deluxe advanced 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 Advanced:

Fast riding at an average of 18 mph plus. Ideal for those who have competed in sportives and are confident in their abilities and in group riding. These rides are aimed at those who are regular riders and want to gain valuable group riding experience in challenging terrain and push themselves to new levels. Maximum distance 100miles and will include at least two serious climbs of 3 or more miles in length. Aimed at riders who would complete the Etape 3 and a half to 4 and a half hours.

Book as single day rides

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 the luxurious Atholl Palace in Pitlochry, just 13 miles South of 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.

If I wasn’t already, I’m hooked now!! My legs were tender at the end but the smile across my face gave away just exactly how I felt. I cannot over emphasize just how much better prepared I now feel for the big race in May. To Skinny Tyres I would just like to say keep up the good work and a big thank you!!
- B. Gardiner – Etape Caledonia single day ride February 2010

These trips are ideal preparation event for the 2011 Etape Caledonia and 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
Full use of the Hotel leisure facilities
Evening massage
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 80mile training run, starting at 11am. On the route our guides will lead you around some beautiful cycling scenery around Highland Perthshire. 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 on how to get the best from your riding.

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 be 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

Following breakfast we will prepare for another 80 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 4pm, to allow you plenty of time to make your return trip home.

Additional days riding can be arranged to extend your trip.