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High Altitude Training Camp – Vail, CO

The Cycling House is teaming up with Colorado’s premier high altitude training center Dogma Athletica on this unique camp. Our goal is to provide a training and coaching experience designed to maximize the fitness benefits for cyclists, triathletes and Xterra racers seeking a solid block of altitude training.

June 18th – 24th – Xterra Primer for Beaver Creek Xterra in Vail, CO.

June 25th – July 1st – Road Camp. Ride and Race Parts of the Colorado Pro Cycling Challenge

These two epic high altitude camps are based out of a luxurious home located just outside of Vail. You will be sleeping and recovering in wonderful accommodations at over 8,000 ft to maximize the high altitude adaptations. Not only will this camp offer all the staple TCH services, we will also be offering metabolic testing including threshold and VO2 tests, body composition analysis, coaching consultations and analysis of power and heart rate. We will also offer yoga for cyclistsas well as cycling specific strength programs to help you be stable and strong on the bike. These camps are devised to create a big bump in your early seasons fitness and to give you knowledge so that you can stay strong and fast through the rest of your summer season. Along with tired legs and great memories you will have numbers and solid plan to take home with you.

This camp has so much to offer. Please visit the official pageif you are interested in learning more.

Tom Danielson racing through Vail, CO in the Time Trial

All-Inclusive Training Camp
Fantastic Accommodations
Healthy, Tasty & Nutritious Meals
Race CO PRO Cycling Challenge T.T.
Ride the “Leadville Loop” with climbs over 11,000 feet!
Body Composition Analysis
Vo2 Max Testing
BMI Analysis
Professional Guides
Coaching & Training Programs
Open water swim clinic options
Prime Trail Runs
Beautiful views
Cycling Yoga Class

Posted in Business News on December 27th, 2011

Jess Cerra of Fit Food Joins The Cycling House

We are excited to announce that Jess Cerra, founder of Fit Food by Jess, will be joining The Cycling House as head chef for an extended period of time this winter.

When she's not riding bikes, running or swimming, you can find Jess in the kitchen (and in her element).

Jess (originally from Whitefish, MT) prepares fresh, healthy, seasonal food customized for busy families and athletes alike. Jess started Fit Food by Jess in 2009 as a small private chef and catering company in San Diego. In just three years Fit Food has grown to specialize in tailoring meals for professional athletes as well as local triathlon and cycling camps in the San Diego area. Having Jess at The Cycling House is a real privilege and we looking forward to working with her.

Fresh fruits are a staple at The Cycling House

In 2007, while finishing her M.S. in Exercise Physiology, a professor introduced Jess to competitive mountain biking. This inspired Jess to try her first triathlon in 2008, an XTERRA off-road triathlon. In 2010, during Jess’s third year racing XTERRA, she won the USA Championship amateur title. She then turned professional in 2011, finishing the season with a 6th place ranking on the XTERRA USA Tour and top 10 at both XTERRA USA and World Championships.

Persimmon Salad

As a professional athlete, Jess is able to understand the challenges athletes face nutritionally. Combining her knowledge of training and competing with her knowledge of physiology and nutrition, allows Jess to make the perfect meals for The Cycling House. The food is wholesome, flavorful, and geared towards fueling all realms of training and recovery. You can also check out Fit Food by Jess in Triathlete magazine, where Jess writes a recipe and cooking column bi-monthly.

Jess, racing an Xterra

Athletic Career Highlights:

USAT Elite Off-Road License, 2011

USA Cycling Cat 1 License (MTB), 2009-present

2011 XTERRA World Championship, 10th, pro female

2011 XTERRA USA Championship, 10th, pro female

2011 XTERRA America Tour, 6th, pro female

2011 XTERRA East Championship, 5th, pro female

2011 Kenda-Specialized MTB Marathon Invitational, 2nd, pro female

2011/2010/2009 Glacier Challenge Multisport Race, 1st/2nd/1st, solo female

2010 XTERRA USA Championship, 1st female amateur

2010/2009 XTERR World Championship, 3rd, AG 25-29

2010 San Diego Winter MTB XC Invitational, 1st, pro female

2009 Kenda West Cup, 3rd, Cat 1 female

Posted in Business News, TCH Staff News on December 12th, 2011

Andy Schultz to Head Up Mountain Bike Camp Development

The Cycling House is proud to announce the hiring of long-time professional mountain bike racer and TCH staffer, Andy Schultz, as the head of Mountain Bike Camp Development.

Andy Schultz

Andy joined The Cycling House in its second year, 2006, and eventually became the head cook for the house. In addition to his work for The Cycling House, Andy is a professional mountain bike racer.

Andy Schultz enjoying the high country of Colorado. Photo by Alison Sylvester

Andy grew up in Missoula, MT (a hot bed for TCH staffers) riding his mountain bike. He started racing in 2000 and quickly moved up the ranks, attaining professional status in 2003. He currently races all over the country in Cross Country and Marathon length bike races for the Kenda-Felt Mountain Bike Team.

Andy will bring his extensive experience with both The Cycling House and mountain biking to the job as head of Mountain Bike Camp Development. His main objective going forward will be the first annual TCH Mountain Bike Camp in Crested Butte, CO in mid September. Andy had this to say about this new position and upcoming camp: “I’ve ridden my bike all over the country and there honestly isn’t a place I would rather be in September. Moist trail, perfect weather, yellow aspens, and no crowds. To have the opportunity to host a camp there and share that with people is incredible.”

Stay tuned for more info on this camp as it comes together. If you are interested in attending or have questions feel free to email Andy at andy@thecyclinghouse.com.

Posted in Business News, TCH Staff News on November 30th, 2011

Tri Magazine’s “Camp Life at The Cycling House” By AJ Johnson

The Cycling House was recently featured in the December issue of Tri Magazine. The article is called, “Camp Life at The Cycling House” by AJ Johnson. Starts on page 58. You can download the magazine for free here.

"Camp Life at The Cycling House" By AJ Johnson | Photo by Tom Robertson

Posted in Business News, TCH Camper News, TCH Staff News on November 14th, 2011

Winter Training Camp Dates – Tucson

We are looking forward to a warm, sunny winter in Tucson, AZ. Here are our available dates for winter 2012. Check you calendar and come ride in the sunshine at The Cycling House!

We are now taking bookings for our winter 2012 training camps.

Winter Training Camp Dates – Tucson 2012

January 3rd – 8th
-5 nights, 6 days (Tuesday-Sunday)

January 11th – 16th
-5 nights, 6 days (Tuesday-Sunday)

January 31st – February 5th
-5 nights, 6 days (Tuesday-Sunday)

February 21st – 26th (tentative)
-5 nights, 6 days (Tuesday-Sunday)

March 14th – 18th
-4 nights, 5 days (Wednesday-Sunday)

March 26th – April 1st
-6 nights, 7 days (Monday-Sunday)

April 3rd – 8th
-5 nights, 6 days (Tuesday-Sunday)

April 11th – 17th
-6 nights, 7 days (Wednesday-Tuesday)

If these dates don’t work for you, please email us here and let us know which dates you can make it to Tucson, AZ. We’ll try our best to accommodate your schedule.

Posted in Business News, TCH Camper News on October 24th, 2011

Rolling Thunder and The Crow’s Nest

If you’ve spent time at The Cycling House over the past few years then you’ve probably heard about Rolling Thunder. The cyclocross race that happens under the cover of darkness in Missoula, MT, where fans are crazy and the course gives riders goosebumps. For the folks that take part in the event, whether they are spectators, volunteers or racers, Rolling Thunder is an annual highlight. And for some, it’s the best weekend of the year.

Racers' view on the start line just before the gun. Photo by Tom Robertson

Shaun Radley and Friends

One of the best things about this race is how Shaun Radley, founder and promoter of Rolling Thunder, gets his friends, local businesses and the whole cycling community involved. One example of this is during the race course design and building process. The course changes every year and one of Shaun’s go-to guys since day one is Doug Schryock of Wild Rockies Landscaping. Doug lives in his Bobcat tractor all year doing high-end landscaping so when it comes to moving dirt, building berms and mowing down the weeds, he’s all over it.

Sam Schultz is legendary at Rolling Thunder. Hitting kickers, taking a beer feed now and then, and throwing down on his home turf.

The Cycling House Beer Tent

Last year The Cycling House wanted to find a unique way to sponsor Rolling Thunder so we came up with what is now known as The Cycling House Beer Tent. We provide a great spot to view the race, handout beer from Big Sky Brewing, add some tiki torches, a heat lamp, one couch and Christmas lights and we’re in business. The beer is free but we take donations and every penny that we raise during this race goes to the men’s final podium. last year we raised nearly $800. This year the goal is $1000.

Sam Schultz hopping the barriers in front The Cycling House Beer Tent. Photo by Tom Robertson

The Crow’s Nest

One of the most exciting additions to our sponsorship is the Crow’s Nest. Perched on top of the big white van, the crows nest give spectators a unobscured 360 degree view of the race. It’s like stopping for a glance at one of the vistas on Mount Lemmon… beautiful.

The Crow's Nest under construction

If you find yourself in Missoula, MT this weekend, come check it out. Racing starts at 11am on Saturday. The Grand Finale starts at 8pm. Here are all the details.

Owen Gue grabs a dollar at the top of the run-up.

Check out our Facebook page here.

Tags: Beer tent, Big Sky Brewing, Cyclocross, Rolling Thunder
Posted in Business News, TCH Staff News on October 19th, 2011

Wisconsin Camp confirmed for 2012

We’re adding a sweet camp in June- Wisconsin. This is going to be a great opportunity for athletes to check out the Ironman Wisconsin course before they race it, get some solid race training in for other summer races, and experience hilly midwest forest roads before it gets too hot. Plus, Coach Jim Bruskewitz of Endurance Performance and Brendan Halpin will be there helping athletes refine their training plans.

Click HERE for more information and to book for this exciting new camp.

Posted in Business News, TCH Camper News, TCH Staff News on October 14th, 2011

The Racers’ Roost, We’re Doing it!

The Cycling House is excited to announce The Racers’ Roost! The Racers’ Roost will bring the same great concepts The Cycling House has offered for the past 7 years and apply them to Ironman racing. The Racers’ Roost will provide the perfect environment to have, “The ultimate racing experience”.

The focus will shift from training to racing by providing a stress free environment allowing you to sit back, relax, recover, and get ready for a new personal record. Lavish accommodations, healthy food, staff race experience, mechanic support, massage therapists, transportation, airport pick-up, and nutritional support will be a small taste of the offered amenities.

The Racers’ Roost promises to deliver a first class “Pro” treatment that helps to make your Ironman dreams a reality!

The first Racers’ Roost will be at Ironman Arizona in November! Check out some highlights here.

To learn more about The Racers’ Roost click here.

Posted in Business News on October 5th, 2011

Wrapping up our fall California camp

Once again, our California camp was a huge success. But honestly, it’s hard not to have a good time here. The network of beautiful farm and canyon roads is so plentiful it looks like someone dropped a strainer of spaghetti noodles onto the map and put a road everywhere a noodle fell.

A lone rider on Prefumo canyon road outside of San Luis Obispo. Photo Tom Robertson

On top of the epic riding, there’s great surfing nearby, which Brendan thinks is better than swimming for triathlon training. It’s definitely quite a bit more fun than swimming laps, we think. We even got out for a mountain bike ride on our “recovery day.”

Brendan Halpin at The Cycling House Cali camp on the beach

Brendan considers his options. Photo Tom Robertson

We picked a few apples from the orchards while on our rides, drank a bit of local wine, and ate great food like seared duck breast with local fig compote, chive risotto, and grilled asparagus.

Bill Nicolai earns his dinner on the climb up Prefumo Canyon before descending into orchards and vineyards. Photo Tom Robertson

Photographer Tom Robertson was on assignment during camp and he captured tons of amazing images- including this candid shot of Brendan about to lose the plank competition during our trademark “Core on Shore” event. Andy claims he was trying to help by keeping the sun of his back. Kim Helgans of Cal fame took home the gold.

Brendan battles to stay up

Stay tuned as we’ll be posting more great pictures from Tom.

Tags: Andy Schultz, Brendan Halpin, California, HED Wheels, Owen Gue, San Luis Obispo, The Cycling House, Ty Brookhart
Posted in Business News, TCH Camper News, TCH Staff News on September 29th, 2011

Linsey Corbin Triathlon Camp

January 31st-February 5th, 2012

The Cycling House will be playing host to the very best triathletes, and you’re invited to join. Your training partners will be pro triathletes Linsey Corbin and Brendan Halpin.

Linsey started 2011 with a 1st place finish at the Pucon 70.3 in Chile and has racked up top ten finishes all year. She has her sights set on the podium at Kona this October. Pro triathlete Brendan Halpin posted top 20 finishes in all but one of his races in 2010 and has been racing well this season. The camp will focus on cycling, but it wouldn’t be a tri camp without running and swimming. So, we’ll have some great trail runs lined up and a few swim sessions on tap. After dinner you’ll have the chance to get answers for all the questions you’ve ever had about what’s the best way to fuel for an Ironman or how does one plan their season to peak at important races. Of course, all of this knowledge and hard work adds up to make you faster and more competitive comerace day.

Finally, you’ll get the litany of TCH services as well- like great food, fully supported rides, bike assembly, airport shuttles, and lots of fun! Come join us for a pre-Valentine’s day gift to your love of sport.

5 nights/6 days
All Great TCH Services Included
Rate: $1795

Check out the official brochure here: Linsey Corbin Camp Flyer

Posted in Business News, TCH Camper News, TCH Staff News on September 1st, 2011