Andy Cook Riding Weeks 2009 (Majorca)

6th to 20th March 2009

By far one of the best escorted training camps available, with experienced guides for all groups, back up vehicle, top mechanic, top speakers to cover diet, training and other subjects, and any number of guest riders attending (Geoff Thomas (former England and Crystal Palace footballer) and Malcolm Elliott in 2006, but to name a couple).

The formula is simple: a lot of keen cyclists – over 70 last year – a group of very able and cheerful guides to look after all standards, well prepared routes and maps, van back-up, top advice from leading cyclists as well as experts from Science in Sport, a first class resort, great food and bags of social activity.

There is a whole team of experienced riders taking out groups for different distances, speeds and degree of difficulty – so from club rider to beginner there will be a group for you, but don’t be surprised if you suddenly realize you have clocked up a 1,000km without even noticing.

What’s Included:

• Representative to greet you at Palma Airport and direct you to our private transfers across the island to our Hotel.
• Pre-checked rooms to ensure speedy check-in
• Planned weekly Itinerary including daily guided rides, vehicle back-up, drinks/energy products on rides, evening talks and social events.
• Return transfers at convenient times.
• Fantastic accommodation, food and facilities.
• Over TEN YEARS of experience on the island.
• FULL ABTA and ATOL cover, with insured guides and support.

Who’s it For?
All levels of cyclist are accommodated – club riders can ride off the front through the mountain routes or sit back in one of the medium pace groups for a rest day. Those of moderate ability will have a number of groups to move in and out of and the slower groups allow novices to get used to riding on consecutive days in a ‘tour’ situation. The flat terrain around Pollentia and Alcudia allow beginners to get a feel for riding with others and can venture into main groups riding into the hills when confidence is gained.

The choice of rides will vary from anything between 20 and 75 miles (occasionally longer) each day and the pace between 10-15 mph, with the lead groups occasionally faster (and even further), depending on the group.

Club Pollentia:
We return to the excellent Club Pollentia, located on the coast road between Alcudia and Porta Pollentia. This first class resort, which has a bike workshop with road bikes for hire. For 2007 we will also have quality Giant and Specialised bikes available for Hire from Pt Pollentia. During the cycling season it is noted for its sports atmosphere, with a 25m training pool, leisure pool, indoor pool, tennis courts in addition to the bike shed where bikes are available to hire should you wish to leave your pride and joy at home.
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Accommodation is available in two grades:
Maris Rooms: 3-star rooms with bathrooms en suite. Each room has 2 single beds, sofa and TV.
Village Rooms: 4-star rooms that offer more space, each with a bathroom en suite, two single beds, sofa and TV.

Breakfast and Evening Meals Included
Arrangements at Club Pollentia include a buffet breakfast and buffet dinner (drinks extra). The food is excellent and plentiful – a cyclists delight.

Travel Arrangements:
Included are: Transfers to and from Hotel – Palma Airport (including bike, Fridays and Saturdays only) ), Accommodation, and any associated Camp Fees. Prices are for one or two week camps. Additional days are available, to be confirmed at time of booking and with additional charges for transfers.

Please remember, if booking flights through the office, all flights need to confirmed separately with the airline and space for a bike determined. This can take a short while but we will endeavour to confirm your booking as soon as possible.

Budget airlines also operate to Palma, and some savings could be made through booking with either Easyjet or Ryanair, when the fares become available. If booking these flights through Sports Tours full payment must be made at the time of booking and refunds cannot be given. Please remember to confirm your flight details, if booking your own flights before 1st February, 2008.