Italian Dolomites with Damiano Cunego
Italian Dolomites with Damiano Cunego
đź“Ť Trento, Italy
đź“… Friday September 11 - Wednesday, September 16, 2020
It doesn’t get much cooler than riding with Giro d’Italia 2004 champion Damiano Cunego in the Dolomites! This trip is for those looking for long days in the saddle, climbing and descending the most amazing and scenic mountains in the world. We’ll ride multiple routes that have been used in the Giro d’Italia, enjoy excellent food and drink of the area, and hear from Damiano about his experiences as a successful professional rider.
Optional add-on for the ultimate Experience: Take your experience up a notch by combining this trip with the Italian Cycling Experience with Upper Echelon & DNA Cycling the following week based in nearby Asolo, near the heart of the Prosecco wine region. Contact us directly for seperate pricing on the combined trip!
The Fine Details
Rider Level: ADVANCED (see Rider Level Explanations below)
Duration: 6 days, 5 nights of hotel stays in the Provence of Trento, Italy. Each participant or couple gets their own room each night.
Food: All meals included! Nutrition is planned by Breanne Nalder Harward, RDN and when we go to restaurants, all food and wine are not of any extra expense to you.
Upper Echelon swag: T-shirt, sweatshirt, optional jersey, plus a special goodie bag full of welcome gifts.
PLAN7 Coaching during the trip and a coaching discount to any participant wanting a custom coaching plan
Mechanic: professional wrenching on you bike daily, including cleaning, building and breaking down for travel.
Masseuse: Daily 30 minute massage after each ride, yessss
Transportation: available to/from Venice airport (VCE) or if need other arrangements please inquire.
Support: Follow vehicle with each ride with all nutrition, hydration, equipment, and mecanical needs provided.
Travel Insurance: we are covered for the duration of the trip dates (feel free to insure your own flights, equipment, as you feel necessary).
MAPS AND DETAILED ITINERARY COMING SOON!
What is not included:
Airfare
Bike (please inquire if you need a bike as we can make arrangements)
Tips for massage therapist, mechanic, staff, etc. (not required, simply appreciated)
Riding Levels Explained
LEISURE
· Distances range 25-40 miles/40-65km.
· Terrain is generally FLAT to ROLLING with minimal extended climbs.
· Ideal for riders new to group riding.
· eBikes can be made available for an additional fee.
· None of our bike tours are rated 1, but all of them can become truly easy if you make use of our support vehicle. You can bike as little or as much as you like and then simply get in the support vehicle when you like. We’ve even had non-cyclists on trips so they could travel with their cycling friends or partners.
MODERATE
· Distances range 40-60 miles/65-95km.
· Terrain is generally ROLLING with some extended climbs depending on the trip.
· There are easy days or optional rest days with activities between the more challenging rides.
· Great for those who ride on a frequent basis.
· eBikes can be made available for an additional fee.
· We have follow vehicles that can make a moderate trip match up to the beginner level. Anyone can jump in the support van for a break, anytime.
ACTIVE
· Distances range 50-80 miles/80-125 km.
· Terrain includes everything! You'll hit multiple climbs in a day and what comes up, must go down. You feel comfortable descending and cornering.
· Best for those comfortable riding in a group and train with a specific focus on cycling.. We mix in some easy days and a day off depending on the length of the trip. Be ready for multiple strong days in a row.
· eBikes can be made available for an additional fee.
· We have follow vehicles for support and when the challenge is a bit much you can jump in for a break. On Active trips you don't want to rely on the vehicle for support.
ADVANCED
· Distance for routes range 75+ miles/120+ km with multiple days above 6,000 feet/1,800 meters of climbing.
· Terrain will require a high level of fitness. Routes will potentially include many challenging climbs in a day with technical descents.
· You are comfortable with your fitness and your ability to ride multiple hard days in a row at a solid pace.ing!
· eBikes are NOT available for advanced trips.
· Our follow vehicles are with advanced trips to provide support for the rides. We may use vehicles to transport to a remote start. Otherwise we are pedaling!
Email upperechelon@plan7coaching.com with any questions.
Our job is to make this the best experience possible for YOU!
*We reserve the right to cancel the trip if there are not enough applicants. In the event that we do cancel, everyone will receive a full refund of their paid trip cost to date.