Together everyone accomplishes more.
This camp is for anyone looking for that comeback, type 2 “fun”. You can get as much as you want out of this training. Winter 2013 Leakey was the first place John and our friend Alan took me when I had only been riding two weeks. John plainly said, “There’s not a hospital for miles so descend at your own caution.” Enough said. It was the first place I stupidly crashed trying out clipless pedals in the parking lot, but more importantly one of the first places I learned how to truly suffer and dig deep. Since then we’ve tried aim to come back every winter with friends and teammates for some solid base miles and camaraderie. 12 years later, it’s still one of our favorite places to train.
What to Expect
Leakey delivers on HARD climbs, longer and steeper than your average Texas climb. Combined with FAST descending (40+mph) on mountainous, hill country terrain this is not for the light-hearted, you will need to have confidence in your skills. Volume and climbing training all-in-one. Roads are Texas chip ‘n seal, we recommend 28C-30C or higher tire width. Whether you bring a road bike or gravel bike, have your climbing gears ready (at least a 1:1 ratio)! Be prepared with good proper gear and layers even for the chilliest temps.
Ride Itinerary
Thursday, February, 20th: 3:30pm Check in to Airbnb followed by shake out ride ~25 miles (bring lights!)
Friday, February, 21st: Option 1: Medina Apple Store 98 miles with ~5,900ft climbing. Option 2: Vanderpool Loop 57 miles with 3,300ft climbing
Saturday, February, 22nd: Leakey-Campwood Loop (leave from Leakey Post Office) 95 miles with ~5,500+ft climbing (Strava from one year)
Sunday, February, 23rd: ~25miles EZ spin and check out
SAG will be provided on Friday and Saturday’s long routes.
Base Camp
Our Airbnb is located next to Garner State Park. Enjoy the remote views while you recover from the day. Room availability is below.
Meals
Food cost is $50/person. Cooking and clean up crews will be organized for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening dinners. Lunch will be on the bike (sandwich/pb&js or gas station yummies). Costs will cover dinners, packable lunch items.
Breakfast, snacks, and personal bike nutrition/hydration is up to the individual.
Cost
Room Rates
Queen Bedroom Double Occupancy $225/person
Queen Bedroom Single Occupancy $450/person
Single/Twin Bed on shared second floor $210/person
Total cost includes Room rate + $50 food cost + $10 gas for SAG
(eg. for one person, double occupancy/sharing a /Queen Bedroom it would be $225+$50+$10 = $285/person)
*Please contact John or Venny for the most up-to-date availability. Payments are non-refundable, it is your responsibility to fill your spot if you are unable to attend.
**Payment must be sent to secure and confirm your spot and the room list will be updated as needed.
Please send payment via Venmo @vennyjane or PayPal link: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/vennyalub
Room Availability (first come, first serve)
Queen Bedroom 1
Queen Bedroom 2
Queen Bedroom 3 (private barn suite)
Single Bed 1
Single Bed 2
Single Bed 3
Single Bed 4
Single Bed 5
Single Bed 6
