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The Palomar Mountain Experience

Welcome to the most challenging 5-day cycling camp offered by anyone in Southern California.  We have three options for you to choose from.  

The Elite level course covers  400 miles (643 km) and 40,000 feet (12192 meters) of climbing.

Our Intermediate Level camp covers 282 miles (450 km) and 26,000 feet of climbing (7900 meters).  

Our development course covers 100 miles (160 km) 10,000 feet (3000 meters) of climbing.

The full 5-day camp will provide you with the full experience of escaping to the mountains and just riding your bike.  However, we offer a 3-day mini camp as well.  The Mini camp is ideal for riders who have many responsibilities outside of cycling and/or are development riders. We offer the 3-day camp because let’s face it not everyone can get away from family, friends and work commitments for 5 days plus travel.   

• Who– REV Cycling Events a premier event promoter of endurance events and climbing camps.
• What – A 5 or 3-day Mini camp
• When – Monday June 23 – Friday June 27
• Where — Lake Henshaw base camp.  Climb San Diego County’s world-famous Palomar Mountain 5150 Elevation, Mount Laguna Elevation 6,100  and many other long sustained climbs.  Ride stages used in the Amgen Tour of California and Race Across America. Shorter but equally as challenging options offered daily.
• Why –  because you deserve a vacation!
• How much (Lodging and meals included)
• $995 early bird registration before April 7,
• $1049 Super Saver registration before May 7
• $1099 Regular registration before June 7 
• $1149 LATE Registration June 8-15
• Camp registration closes Monday June 16

Mini Camp Pricing

How much (Lodging and meals included)
$695 early bird registration before April 7,
$749 Super Saver registration before May 7
$799 Regular registration before June 7
$849 LATE Registration June 8-15
Camp registration closes Monday June 16

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What does your package include?

5 days of riding or 3 day mini camp

Full SAG Support

REV Cycling Tote

REV Cycling Cap

REV Cycling socks

Mdrive Samples

(Goodie Bag items may vary)

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Please support our sponsors

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PRE-ORDER YOUR REV CAMPS CYCLING KIT

Premium Bibs and shorts with gel chamois and double lycra hems – $189.95

Premium Jersey with double lycra cuffs- $139.95

PRE-ORDER REV CAMPS CLOTHING DEADLINE IS MARCH 1, 2015

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WHERE TO STAY

Located just 90 minutes from San Diego International Airport, Lake Henshaw offers a convenient base of operations for a climbing camp.  Surrounded by mountains in all directions it is a climber’s dream location.

FROM SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

FROM JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT IN ORANGE COUNTY

FROM LOS ANGELES

Lake Henshaw is a beautiful lake with many activities for the entire family. But there are also lots of great sights and opportunities in the surrounding area.

• Only 1.5 hours from downtown San Diego

• The Historic town of Julian is a beautiful 17 mile drive, and has great shopping for unique items and gifts

• There are loop drives to Borrego for the Spring wildflowers • Palomar Mountain Observatory and State Park

• Cuyamaca State Park is nearby

• 5 casinos within a 35 minute drive

• 40 minutes from the San Diego Wild Animal Park

• Great hiking trails all around

• Big Weekend live bands at the lake

• Great birdwatching is all around

• Less than an hour from Temecula wine tasting

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Five or 3 days of concentrated climbing and riding in the rural areas of San Diego County.

Imagine yourself climbing HC (beyond category) and Category 1 climbs while fully supported like a pro cyclist.

Typical Day

Wake up with an unobstructed view of Lake Henshaw. A picture perfect sunrise on a crisp and cool morning in the Mid 50’s to low 60’s F.  The sun will rise over the mountain ridge to the East with the lake in the foreground.  You will join your friends for a cup of coffee or tea and breakfast.  Eggs to order, Oatmeal, Yogurt, French Toast, homemade granola and fresh fruit.   Most days riding will begin at 9am.   Short course riders will be back by lunch.  Long course will have lunch on the road.  Ride all day or any part of it that you like.  Come back to the cabins, have a recovery shake or snack, shower and unwind.  Nightly informational chats on training, nutrition, skills development, power based training and race planning.  After the nightly chats enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by our chef.Imagine riding in a low traffic area with climbing options in all directions! Short punchy climbs to long epic climbs.

Full SAG support each day. Fueling needs during your rides you will be provided by Carbo Pro products, Enduro Bites, Skratch Labs, Pro Bar energy chews and bars. Additionally, the usual Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwiches, pretzels, trail mix, fresh fruit etc,

Bag drop – When you’re out on a remote ride or a mountainous climbing day, haven’t you ever wished you could peel off the extra clothing you don’t need and not have to carry it?  We will provide a bag drop service for you.  Just give the SAG vehicle a bag of all your favorite clothing items and we will be available at the bottom and top of all major climbs during the camp. We asked that you clearly mark your clothing items so that we/you can keep track of your items during the 5 or 3 days of shuffling your personal items in and out of the SAG vehicle.

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WHAT TO BRING

When you register for the camp you will be provided with an extensive recommended gear list but here are the highlights.

5 Cycling Kits, Spare cycling shoes (in case it rains you may want a dry pair for the next day)

Summer Clothing (REV Cycling gear may be purchased in advance and picked up at the camp)

Intermediate Clothing – long sleeve jersey, vests, a light jacket, arm warmers and knee warmers.  Heavy winter gear will not be necessary.  (REV Cycling clothing is available for purchase before and during the camp)

Cycling Computer to capture data of the most climbing you have probably done in a week’s time

Camera – to capture images of incredibly beautiful scenery and brag to your friends

Lighting system- The camp will be held during early summer.  These are the longest days of the year but each rider MUST have 2 taillights installed on their bike.   Camp special rates on lighting systems will be available.

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AVERAGE TEMPERATURE AND RAINFALL

You can check daily weather Lake Henshaw (2803 ft) here

Daily weather at Palomar Mountain summit (5130 ft) here

Daily weather in Borrego Springs (720 ft) here

Daily weather Mount Laguna Summit (5737 ft) here

Average temperature for Lake Henshaw

Average rainfall for Lake Henshaw

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REGISTRATION

To register for the camp please send an email to revcycling@gmail.com subject line should read “The Palomar Mountain Summer Cycling Camp”.  You will then be sent an entry form and payment instructions.  A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration.  The balance is due 30 days before attending the camp.

THIS PRICE INCLUDES :-
-SIX nights accommodation, twin or Single occupancy (arriving Sunday June 22 – Departing Saturday June 28)
-ALL breakfasts and evening MEALS at the cabin
-TWO dedicated support vehicles and THREE staff (for a maximum of 20 clients), guaranteeing you the best possible on-road support.
-Route sheet provided daily
-Qualified MECHANICAL back-up, including spare parts, Tires, Tubes and spare wheels.
-THREE roadside feed-stations per day offering creative, cycling-friendly real food Two snack-based feed-stops and one lunch feed. Energy drink & energy food supplements, will be available for purchase on the event.
THE PRICE DOES NOT COVER :-
Flights
Flight transfers / travel to / from start
Travel Insurance
Drinks with evening meals
In the case of a crash incurring treatment for road-rash, or other minor accident treatment, you will be asked for a contribution towards excessive bandage use, etc.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THIS CAMP

The Palomar Mountain Cycling Camp will be an extreme test of your mental and physical endurance. If you choose to tackle the long courses offered each day this may be the most climbing any of you have ever done in a week’s time.  So what can you do to prepare?

Here are some suggestions.

1.  Find a local hill that provides at least 20 minutes of sustained climbing.  If you are fortunate enough to have mountains in your area that would be even better.  Work on increasing your overall elevation gain per week until you can reach at least 25,000 feet in three consecutive days.

2.  If you don’t have mountains or hills you can work on the flat terrain in your tempo power zones.  Gradually increase your work load so that you can ride several hours a day in your tempo power zone. You should be able to increase your riding endurance up to 5-6 hours a day.

3. Shorter course options will be available daily.  You have the option to take a short route or drive the SAG vehicle for the day as you recover and come back stronger after a day of recovery.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Monday June 22, 2015

Plan to arrive Sunday evening or early Monday morning in San Diego, Orange County or Los Angeles. Camp check in will be from 12-2pm.  For those with power meters you have the option of conducting a power profile test today before the start of the ride or after the ride if you wish to be warmed up properly.

First scheduled ride of the camp rolls at 2pm

From the lodge we will exit to the right and head East Hwy 76.  A left turn on Hwy 79 and then a right turn on Camino San Ignacio.  This is a residential area that hides a great secluded climb.  Lots of steep grades (above 7% Max grade 12%) as it pitches up and meanders through the neighborhood and then exits to a lightly traveled road.  You will ride on undulating terrain but always gaining altitude.  We will then enter an Indian Reservation and continue to climb the last 5 miles on a freshly paved  traveled road (June 2014).  The last mile is on hard packed dirt – it is optional.  You will reach a max altitude of over 5,200 feet.  This route is a classic out and back.

TUESDAY June 24 DAY #2

Power profile test administered before the camp begins is essential to getting the most out of your training!

Roll time is 9am

– 2 routes available Long and short

Featured Climb

Montezuma Valley Rd 11 mile climb 3400 feet of gain (mile 52)

Wednesday Day #3 June 25, 2014 

The Queen’s Stage 8:00 am start

This is the most challenging day of the camp.  During the first two days of camp you need to consider your pacing strategy.  The camp is NOT a race.  Stage 3 promises to test your mental and physical limits like no other day.  It is estimated to be 108 miles and 15,944 feet of gain (174 km 4860 meters).

Beginning at our base camp in Lake Henshaw we roll out heading West on Hwy 76.  You will have plenty of time to warm up before your first climb at MILE 19 (30 km).  You will climb about 1,000 feet (305 meters) but descend about 2,800 feet (850 meters)

Climb #1 Cole Grade

You will climb 965 feet (300 meters) in 2.5 miles (4 km)

Climb #2 South Grade Palomar

Palomar South Grade

At mile 33 (53 km) you will climb 13.3 miles (21 km) and 4500 feet (1387 meters) for an average grade of 6.4%.

Climb #3 East Grade Palomar

At mile 57 (92 km) you will climb 11 miles (17.8 km) and 3,000 feet (914 meters) of gain for an average grade of 5.2%. You can also opt to pull the rip cord at this point. There is no shame in ending your ride here.  By this point you will have climbed 7200 feet (2195 meters) in 57 miles (92 km)

If you choose to continue you climb East Grade Palomar and summit at mile 68 (109 km) with a total gain of 10,300 feet (3140 meters).  At this point you have to make a decision if you still want to suffer even more.

Climb #4 Nate Harrison Grade

This little known climb is the star of the show!  It is paved partway and then the smooth road gives way to hard-packed dirt and eventually sandy and rocky.  Very steep pitches and some opportunity to hike-a-bike.  Don’t forget to look over your shoulder West towards  the valley below.  You will be amazed by the amount of gain you have achieved in such a short distance.

After you summit Nate Harrison Grade you will have climbed 15,000 feet (4570 meters) in 93 miles (150 km).  You now have a few rollers as you head in a generally down direction towards Lake Henshaw for a shower, a meal and the right to brag about your massive climbing day.  There is no time to rest on your laurels because tomorrow will be another century plus day with 12,000 feet of gain.

Thursday Day #4 June 26, 2014

– 2 routes long and short

Roll time 9:00 am

After yesterday’s climbfest, today’s ride will really hurt.  You will need a long warm-up so you may want to take the first climb Mesa Grande fairly easy.  After climbing Mesa Grande you will continue up through the quaint little town known for it’s apple pies Julian.  You will then begin a gradual but continual climb up to the summit of Mount Laguna at almost 6,100 feet (1860 meters).  At this point you will have ridden 44 miles (71 km)  and 6000 feet (1830 meters) of gain.  Mount Laguna is the highest point of this camp.

You will now be rewarded with a nice downhill off the summit of Mount Laguna.  At mile 53 (82 km) you will ride through a small town of Pine Valley.  There is a general store with great sandwiches, pizza and refreshments.  Fuel up because the next section of your ride is mixed terrain through Boulder Creek Road meandering your way through lots of rolling and steep pitches back to Pine Hills and Hwy 79.  Once you make the junction to Hwy 79 you will have a good descent back to Santa Ysabel and some rollers back to the Lake Henshaw resort.

Friday Day #5 June 27, 2014

one route.

Roll time 9:00 am

Camp ends travel day

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ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED

Professional Bike Fit

50% savings for camp attendees.  Usual rates are $150 per hour during the camp your fitting rates drop to $75.00 per hour.  Please make reservations in advance there will only be one appointment per day.

Power Data Analysis

In depth and one on one power data analysis is available upon request.  As a member of the camp you will be offered the opportunity to sit down with an experienced cycling coach and analyze your power file from the day’s training.  Additionally, goals for the next day’s training will be mapped out for you.

Power Tap training wheel 

Power Profile testing is available before you begin this camp. By appointment only!

For those not currently training with power a Power Tap training wheel will be available for demo.  This may prove to be an invaluable introduction and experience in training with power.  You can reserve your wheel on the entry form.  Each wheel will be fitted with an 11-28 Shimano Cassette (compatible with SRAM) .  Please bring an ANT + device like a Garmin to record your data.  You’re data can be analyzed by an experienced coach at the end of each training day if you wish.

You may also rent a Power Tap wheel for the duration of the 5 day camp for $99

Bike Transport and gear – $149

Are you wondering how to get your bike to the camp?  You may ship your bike and associated gear to REV Cycling.  We will receive it, unbox it, tune it, and deliver it to the Lake Henshaw Resort for you.  When you complete the camp you leave your bicycle with us, we will clean it, box it, and ship it back to you.  The cost of the service is $149!  Return shipping rates will vary for each camp participant and are separate.  Travel cases (Serfas, Thule and others) are available for purchase through REV Cycling!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS