Training Programs :: Century Cycling Training

Century Cycling Training

Summer 2008

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B.I.T.C.H.

New for 2008! For the more adventurous cyclist who's trained through the winter and spring, join us as we train for one of the more unique and challenging cycling events in the midwest: "Baraboo's Intentionally Torturous Century of Hills" Ride! Climb over 10,000 feet on this 100 mile ride through the rolling hills of the Baraboo bluffs. If that sounds fun to you, then our new, 10-week training program will get you ready for it! (Program runs from May 4 through July 12).

Follow the links below to find out about this innovative, fun, successful program!

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Kickoff Party – Friday, May 2nd

6:30–8:00pm Hosted at Get a Grip Cycles
621 W. Fulton Ave. (312-627-1701)

Let's kick this season off in style! Come have some munchies, beer, wine or soda and meet the coaches and your fellow riders. We'll go over the program and answer any and all of your questions. You'll go home with a copy of the training schedule and a goody bag with some fun stuff from our sponsors. You'll also get to meet the fine folks at Get a Grip Cycles — see why they have such a great reputation in Chicago!

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Program Benefits

Not only do you get to have a lot of fun, but you also get a ton of great stuff! Check it out:

  • Professional, experienced (and nice!) coaches (more details)
  • Personalized, daily training schedule for all levels
  • Weekly newsletter with tips on training & program updates
  • Weekly tips for training and Q & A at all training sessions with our coaches
  • Coached group training
  • Custom team technical shirt - a $40 value!
  • Option to purchase custom cycling jersey from Descente - at a great price!
  • Smart ID tag (for emergency contact info)
  • Sponsor Benefits & Discounts/promotions from our partners:
  • Educational seminars & clinics (more info below)
  • Fun, team social activities
  • and much more!

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Minimum Requirements

In order to provide the best training experience for everyone in the program, we need to make sure everyone is ready for it. These are the suggested minimum requirements:

  1. Completed a century
  2. Interested in group riding techniques
  3. Average speed 16–18 mph
  4. Average speed on faster sections to 20+ mph
  5. Road bikes only

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Training Days & Locations

Group training sessions are held every Sunday morning, May 4 through July 12 (10 weeks).

For a little more detail on what happens at those sessions, read on...

Sundays – 7:00am at Foster Avenue Beach (meet in the parking lot next to the Foster Avenue Beach House, at Lakeshore Drive & Foster Ave.)

The focus of these group rides will be on gradually increasing your fitness, riding skills and confidence! Our coaching staff will be on hand to help teach, challenge and motivate you! They will also ride along with you to motivate you and help with any concerns or questions that come up along the way.

BONUS: Free parking, restrooms & water are available at all of our group training sessions!

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First Group Training Ride(s)

Join us at our first Group Training Ride, 7:00am Sunday, May 4th. Meet in the parking lot next to the Foster Avenue Beach House, at Lakeshore Drive & Foster Ave.

Registration / Packet Pickup — 6:15-6:45am and after the ride.

If you have pre-registered, you may pick up your training packet (includes schedule, CES shirt, and goodies from our sponsors!) prior to or after the ride. If you haven't registered, you must do so prior to the ride. See you there!

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Clinics & Seminars

If you truly want to reach your goals, you need to do more than just put in the miles! Throughout the program, we will cover all aspects of bike fit, basic maintenance, group riding strategies and technique. Each week will focus on a specific skill set, both on and off the bike, such as:

  • Off the bike
    • Bike fit
    • Basic maintenance
    • Clothing
    • Accessories
  • On the bike
    • On-road etiquette
    • Cornering
    • Efficiency
      • Cadence
      • Shifting
      • Climbing
      • Gearing
      • Paceline
    • Nutrition (Eating/drinking on the bike)
    • Physical
      • Endurance
      • Speed

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Our Coaching Staff

Jordan Grauer

Our head cycling coach, Jordan Grauer, has been an avid cyclist for almost 30 years and still fondly remembers his first racing bike. He's been a competitive cyclist since college, and in 1995, qualified for and successfully completed the 1,200 kilometer Paris-Brest-Paris ultramarathon cycling race. As co-owner and operator of Higher Gear bicycles for the past 13 years Jordan was a key sponsor of Club Bicicletta, an amateur cycling club affiliated with the Higher Gear/Vox team. He has also led bicycle tours through Canada, France, Scotland, England, Switzerland, Australia, and New Zealand.

We're extremely proud of our professional, experienced coaching staff — they always go the extra mile to make sure you have a fun, successful training season! Why is it so important to have qualified coaches? They can:

  • Evaluate your current fitness level and goals to make sure you are training at an appropriate level
  • Evaluate and suggest ways to improve your technique
  • Assist you if you need to adjust your training schedule, in the event of an injury or missed training due to travel or life in general
  • Motivate and challenge you to reach your goals in a smart, safe & effective manner

For more information on all of our coaches, click here.

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How to Register

Online registration is available at Active.com by clicking on the link below:

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Fees

Century Cycling Training Program CES Alumni New Members
Summer Session (training for the Baraboo ride)
Through May 3 $149 $169
May 4 and later $159 $179

No refunds will be provided in full or in part for any reason, including injury, after a program begins. No prorated fees are provided for late enrollments.

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The Bike Shop - Glen Ellyn Get A Grip Cycles Zoot

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Questions?

Please contact us at info@ChicagoEnduranceSports.com or call 866-237-7861 for more information.

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