Diva Camp - Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
April 13-17, 2006
Sorry, sold out as of March 15th - we'll be running another Diva camp in Spring, 2007 or join us at our Spring camp in Majorca, Spain April 2007.

Ladies Only, Cycling Skills Road Camp

Rider Profile: This camp is designed specifically for women who are new to road cycling or who are seasoned riders but want to get the most out of riding the road! You may be thinking of tackling an MS 150 ride, a triathlon, the Golden Triangle or simply getting the most out of your new road bike! You'll meet women of similar ability and share your experiences in a unique forum atmosphere.

What you'll experience: You'll learn the inside "Secrets of the Road" cycling skills from former professional cyclist, Alex Stieda and his wife Samantha. We'll cover all there is to know about riding your road bike to maximize your cycling enjoyment including safe riding techniques, group riding, climbing, descending/cornering and other cycling tips. Instruction will be tailored for all abilities to help everyone raise their own, individual comfort level.

Triathletes will improve their bike splits, endurance road riders will learn to climb (and descend!) more efficiently and new riders will become more comfortable riding in a group.

Each morning, we'll cover a specific aspect of cycling skill and then take it on the road for practice and reinforcement in the afternoon.

Breakout Forums:
• 'De-mystify' the bike store shopping experience (Angst?) with valuable tips on what to look for when you're shopping for a cycling accessory or even a new bike.

• Cycling clothing and what's important.

• Women's cycling concerns - we will hear from an expert.

Location: Beautiful Penticton, BC. Penticton is the ideal location for a cycling weekend with rolling terrain in the valleys and challenging climbs at our fingertips!

Highlights:
• Resort accommodations
• Buffet breakfast each morning
• Daily forum
• Bottled water and snacks during ride sessions
• Daily skill development sessions
• Hard copies of cycling skills tips

Schedule:

Thursday, April 13
- Evening arrival & check-in
- Bike safety and fit check
- Reception

Friday, April 14
- buffet breakfast (included)
- *morning skills (group riding/drafting, pedaling, gearing)
Lunch break
- Group rides and review of skills
- Group dinner
- Forum: (Bike Store Angst & women's specific concerns from Bike Barn bicycle store)

Saturday, April 15
- buffet breakfast
- *morning skill session (climbing and cornering/descending)
Lunch break
- Group rides and review of skills
- Forum: (comfort, bike fit and clothing)

Sunday, April 16
- buffet breakfast
- *morning skill session (sprinting, aero position and any other requests!)
Lunch break
- Group rides and review of skills
- Farewell group dinner
- After dinner party: (share your experience with new found friends)

Monday, April 17
- buffet breakfast
- *morning skill session (group ride and review of skills)
- 12 Noon, check out and afternoon departure
*helmets mandatory for all skill and riding sessions.

Camp Reservations (or for more information): Call Alex Stieda at 780.970.0378 or email at alex@stiedacycling.com. Full payment is due January 15th, 2006.
Camp Cost: $400 CAD/person payable via cheque to:

Alex Stieda Cycling
13207 81 Ave
Edmonton, AB
T5R 3N3

Hotel Reservations: We are staying at Ramada Inn and Suites. Once you have registered for the camp, please give the hotel a call directly at 1-800-665-4966 to reserve your room. When you are making your Camp Reservation with the Stieda Cycling group you can request a single, double or suite. Please also let them know who you will be rooming with if any. You will pay for your hotel room and meals separately when you check out.
Rooms must be reserved directly no later than January 15th, 2006.
Hotel cost:
- $79 CAD/per room/night for a double room
- $79 CAD/per room/night for a single room
- $129 CAD/per suite
Daily buffet breakfast: additional TBD
Daily buffet lunch: additional TBD
Group dinners: additional TBD