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Training Plans

Former international road cyclist, Kenny Riddle is a British Cycling Level 2 coach and competed in the Commonwealth Games in Canada in 1994. He won the Scottish Vets Road Race (2012, 2014, 2015, 2016) and was KOM leader and overall winner in International Masters Tour of Mallorca (2017).

Kenny will be sharing his knowledge to help cyclists gear up for the Etape Loch Ness.

Training Plan 

  • Some sound advice from coach Kenny Riddle on how to maintain fitness & training during lockdown […] Read more
  • 16 Weeks To Go. With 16 weeks left to prepare the plan is to get out for a distance ride at the weekend […] Read More
  • 12 Weeks To Go.  With 12 weeks remaining, training for next 4 weeks begins to introduce some longer rides […]  Read More
  • 8 Weeks To Go. Not a great winter so far for getting road miles under your belt […] Read More
  • 4 Weeks To Go. The next fortnight will be our last big training block, as the final fortnight we’ll ease off […] Read More
  • Final Prep. The weekend is finally here, and nerves will be kicking in, so here are a few last minute tips and checks to get you ready for event day […] Read More

 

Experienced Rider Training Plan

This plan is for the more experienced or seasoned rider who has now done a few Etapes and is looking to ramp up their training to improve their time.

  • 16 Weeks To Go. The plan for the next 4 weeks is conditioning […]  Read More
  • 12 Weeks To Go Another two weeks of conditioning before an easy week […]  Read More
  • 8 Weeks To Go The intense week turbo sessions will hurt so go into them mentally prepared for that. […]  Read More
  • 4 Weeks To Go coming soon

Bike Maintenance

  • It’s important at this time of the year to be washing the bike on return from each trip […] Read More
  • Before heading out on the road, you should ensure that you have some essential maintenance tools with you. […] Read More

Clothing

At this time of year choice of clothing is critical especially if you’re climbing up to heights such as the top of Glendoe […] Read More

Please be aware that weather conditions can change and deteriorate rapidly in the Scottish Highlands and you should bring appropriate clothing to keep warm in any adverse weather.

Check out our mandatory and recommended kit list here.

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