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Unleash Your Cycling Potential at the 2024 Mallorca Cycling Camp

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Join us for an unforgettable week of riding, adventure, and self-improvement in the European cycling paradise!

all the bikes
More Bikes than Cars!

Are you ready to take your cycling fitness to new heights? Look no further than our highly anticipated 2024 Mallorca Cycling Camp, where we offer a transformative experience designed to make you a better cyclist.

From April 20 to 27, 2024, immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Mallorca, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and push your limits on thrilling rides. Whether you’re an avid cyclist seeking new challenges or a passionate beginner looking to elevate your skills, this camp has something to offer everyone.

Rent or Bring Your Own Bike for Seamless Logistics

At the Mallorca Cycling Camp, we understand the importance of eliminating logistical hurdles so you can focus on what you love: cycling. That’s why we provide an upfront rental option, offering top-of-the-line road bikes, many equipped with electronic shifting. If you prefer to bring your own bike, we ensure a smooth transition and take care of all the necessary arrangements. Let us handle the details, making your journey to cycling paradise even more convenient.

Tailored Accommodation Options to Suit Your Needs

We believe that comfort and customization go hand in hand. For those desiring their own space or traveling with a non-participating partner, single occupancy is available for an additional $500. Simply inform us after your deposit, and we’ll ensure your preferences are met. If you’re riding alongside your partner, our Camper, Double Occupancy rate is perfect for both of you, including a special couples discount. Your comfort is our priority.

An All-Inclusive Experience: Eat. Sleep. Train. Repeat!

Prepare for a comprehensive cycling immersion as we take care of all aspects of your stay. Our dedicated team handles transportation to and from the airport, ensuring a hassle-free arrival and departure. Indulge in daily breakfast and dinner buffets to fuel your rides, supplemented with daily workout nutrition. With six hours of ride support and breaks led by knowledgeable guides, you can focus on conquering challenging routes while relishing the stunning scenery. Camp shirts and swag are provided as mementos of your incredible journey.

Experience Epic Rides and Discover Hidden Gems

Every day at the Mallorca Cycling Camp presents new opportunities for exploration and growth. Our meticulously curated ride selection caters to various skill levels and preferences. Brace yourself for exhilarating routes such as the Lighthouse Ride, a 29-mile adventure with 3200 ft of gain, or opt for a more casual 38-mile ride with 1200 ft of gain on the Causal Adventure route. For those seeking an ultimate challenge, conquer the Sa Collabra Ride spanning 66+ miles with 6500 ft of gain, or test your mettle on the Puig Major Ride, covering 90 miles and 6300 ft of gain. Each ride promises breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable memories.

🚨Introducing the 312 RaceCamp Option: Unleash Your Competitive Spirit

In 2024, we’re thrilled to introduce a new addition to our camp: the 312 RaceCamp Option. For the adventurous and competitive individuals, this option allows you to participate in the Mallorca 312 event on Saturday during the camp week. Choose from fondo options of 100, 140, or 193 miles and join this highly sought-after event that sells out within hours. By selecting the Race Camp deposit, you secure a spot in the event, an extra night of lodging, a carbo-loading dinner, and a thrilling post-ride night out. Unleash your competitive spirit and make lasting memories on this unforgettable cycling journey.

Secure Your Spot: Make Your Deposit Today

Space is limited, and demand is high. To secure your place at the 2024 Mallorca Cycling Camp, a $500 deposit is required. We encourage you to act promptly and reserve your spot for this life-changing experience.

If you’re traveling with a partner or family, inform us after your deposit, and we’ll provide you with the necessary information regarding room and board options. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow cycling enthusiasts and unlock your full cycling potential in the captivating paradise of Mallorca.

Note: Airfare to/from the camp is not included. The airport serving Mallorca is Palma (PMI). Alcoholic beverages and food at cafe ride stops along the routes are not covered by the camp. For a more detailed insight into previous camp rides, you can explore our camp slideshow or read the full 2022 camp recap online.

Feeling Adventurous? Learn more about our training camp plans by visiting our official training camps website. We travel the world to curate incredible experiences for endurance athletes. It’s our mission to connect amazing people by finding unique places to explore. Each adventure is a chance to create lifelong memories and build incredible fitness. Riders of all abilities are welcome at our camps!

Now, mark your calendars and get ready to embark on a cycling journey like no other. The 2024 Mallorca Cycling Camp awaits, promising unparalleled experiences, personal growth, and camaraderie among fellow riders.

Join us as we push boundaries, conquer challenges, and create lifelong memories.

The Puig Climb

You Can’t Skip these Three Epic Cycling Destinations in Mallorca

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Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? If you’re a cycling enthusiast, Mallorca is the place to be! With its stunning views and challenging climbs, this Spanish island is a paradise for anyone looking to test their mettle on two wheels.

The following ride list is perfect for cyclists staying in the Port de Pollença or Alcudia areas. We have stayed here for our annual Mallorca Cycling Camp and recommend these options!

Can't Beat Sa Collabra

Sa Colabra

One of the most famous climbs on the island is Sa Calobra, a 9.5km ascent with an average gradient of 7%. It’s a road to nowhere, so the only reason to go down is to come back up! Try to get there early in the morning to avoid the buses and the crowds of tourists. Be prepared for a good workout… You can make the climb out as hard as you like! Be sure to smile for the photographer waiting close to the top.

Soller in Mallorca

Puig Major / Col de Soller

If you’re feeling ambitious, the Puig Major / Col de Soller loop is a great challenge. The Puig Major climb is 10.6km with an average grade of 6%, and the Col de Soller climb is 4.9km at 5%. Both offer stunning views and a satisfying descent.

Typically reserved for more intermediate level cyclist, both claims are accessible with proper planning. Interestingly enough, the towns in this part of the island are just the right size for a group of cycles looking for something different than just a café.

Cap de Formentor

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed, the ride to Cap de Formentor is a great option. Also known as the lighthouse ride, it’s not as challenging as some of the other climbs on the island. For sure, you have two distinct, climbs, but both come with plenty of recovery. The views are absolutely breathtaking, and there’s a small cafe at the top where you can rest and refuel.

Bike to Earn Your Beverage!

Active Recovery Day

And if you’re really looking to take it easy, the ride from Port de Pollença or Alcudia to Petra is mostly flat, making it a great option for a more social ride or even a skills training day. For sure, they’ll be some wind off of the water, but nothing that a well-organized group in a peloton can’t overcome.

Pack your bags and get ready to hit the road in Mallorca. It’s the adventure of a lifetime! We hope you can join us on an April trip sometime for our annual cycling camp.

Soller in Mallorca

Why Mallorca is the Ultimate Cycling Destination

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Are you looking for the ultimate cycling destination? Look no further than Mallorca! This beautiful island offers the perfect mix of warm weather, diverse terrain, and understanding drivers. There’s a reason we go back to the island every year for our cycling camp.

Mallorca has been a favorite among cyclists for many years – even the professionals! – and it’s easy to see why. You can choose to have a flat and easy ride or challenge yourself with some steep climbs. The roads are well-maintained and locals are used to dealing with large groups of cyclists during the peak season. Cafes abound and everyone is out to have a great time on two wheels!

When to Visit

The best times to visit Mallorca are in the spring and autumn when the weather is mild and sunny. The capital city of Palma has an airport with plenty of international flights — flights from the UK usually take about two and a half hours.

The island has a diverse landscape with mountains, valleys, forests, and beaches. The island is also home to a number of towns and villages, each with its own unique character.

Mallorca has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average temperature in summer is around 30 degrees Celsius, and in winter it is around 15 degrees Celsius.

Bikes are Always Welcome!

The Bike Question

You can choose to bring your own bike or hire one when you arrive. There are many cycling shops to choose from, so you can’t go wrong. As we learned one year, even the cafes have cyling tools to repair issues that arise! 🤣

In terms of clothing, you should be in shorts on the bike most of the time. But don’t forget to pack some warmers and a jacket for the chillier climbs and descents. Note we don’t ride on rainy days due to the limestone roads that are slick. Good news is that it’s rarely wet for more than a day!

Yes, it’s that nice!

Where to Stay

As Mallorca is a popular holiday destination, there are a number of hotels and resorts on the island. There is also a range of self-catering accommodation, and camping is also popular. There are plenty of reasonably-priced accommodations to choose from, whether you prefer a hotel or a rental apartment.

The real key is deciding where you want your cycling base camp to be set up. Our Mallorca Cycling Camp is based out of Port Pollensa as it’s a little quieter, yet still within the range of the mountains.

The Mallorca 312 is a Must Do Event!

Renown Events

And be sure to check out the Mallorca 312 sportive in April. This annual event takes over the island with riders participating in either a 312km or 167km route. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and is very close to our annual cycling adventure in Mallorca!

Start planning your trip to Mallorca now for the ultimate cycling experience!

Mallorca Miles Maketh Fitness

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On the way back from the cycling heaven that is Mallorca, and wanted to share out my explorations on the island – including some camp highlights. Also these notes are a good reminder for when I return in 2023 (oh yes, we will be back!). 

First up, the stats – 536 miles ridden and 29,950 ft climbed in 7 days. đź’€ That’s an average of 76.5 miles and 4,200 feet every day. This involved a lot of independent riding – pre-camp, post-daily rides, and even on the rest day. Thankfully Mallorca makes riding easy to do!

While the climbs are my own, I relied heavily on my fellow campers on the flats. This included our incredible guides who keep us on the right path, well-fed and highly caffeinated (the last one is optional). And of course, good fortune that saved our campers from lost luggage, broken chains, and potential downhill disasters. 

Day 0 – A Great First Test

I landed midday and raced over to the hotel as quickly as possible. The first order of business was to unpack and get myself over to the Pinarello store. Super fast bike in hand, it was time to plan the route. We lost a little time getting my bicycle fit sorted out, but then it was off to the open road. There’s nothing like getting off a plane and being on a bicycle in less than 2 hours in Paradise! We planned to ride about 50 miles, but ended up focusing on the fun instead.

Day 1 – Orientation

The first official day of camp is all about getting organized. There is a lot of friction between people who travel with bikes, people who rent with bikes, and people who have never ridden together before. to make things easier, our guides sort the group by ability and for safety purposes — smaller groups are safer on the road.  the first day is a small test of all the things we will face this week. Traffic circles, other groups, rolling Terrain, and variable winds. it is the perfect opportunity for campers to practice riding in a group and learning how our guides will run the daily experience. A group lunch in Petra Was well X in terms of calories and the bringing all of the groups back together again.

Day 2 – Sa Collabra

With the first day of firmly in our rearview mirror, it was time to explore. With the weather looking honest in the coming days, we made the decision to head over to one of the most epic climbs on the planet. it is worth noting that even getting there requires climbing the Col du Feminia. Which is no small task. We refueled at a cafe station at the top before making the descent down the winding roads to the bottom. Even going down this climb is an adventure — there are more hairpin turn than you think is possible. It’s no surprise to learn this road was originally built by hand. I’m not sure how they would even get machinery there in the first place!

The Climb from the bottom to the top can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour depending on your goals and ability. This is a perfect early Camp test and a chance to stack yourself against tens of thousands of riders. It wasn’t my day, but I certainly enjoyed the chance to tackle these climbs in earnest.

At the top the group continued on to lunch and home. Matt and I made a right turn for adventure. There is a running joke on the island between me and a fellow Zwifter from England. He gave me coordinates for a gift that he had hidden at the top of a nearby climb, the Puig. With Matt in tow, or rather, with Matt towing me, we were off to find the prize. Coke collected, we continued to on the other side. We made an epic loop that took in 4 climbs add a total of 10,200 ft of climbing in just under six and a half hours of ride time. We made sure not to crack 100 miles just to drive everyone on the team crazy!

Day 3 – Recovery Ride

Regardless of the route people took on Monday, we were all tired by Tuesday. Given the chance of rain, this is the perfect day to spin over to the beach for photos and cake. Once again we gathered as a group for lunch to hang out and relax. After lunch the group split up on the way back with my group opting for some extra miles out towards Sineu. It is here that I ate the largest pastry of my life and managed to avoid the rain just like the other group.

Day 4 – Orient-eering

Another day of potential rain lay ahead, but it didn’t stop either group from making adventurous plans. My group decided to head over to the climb in the Sleepy town of Orient. hey picturesque Village nestled at the base of a Time where the road is covered in moss and is apparently deadly with any form of moisture on it! Good fortune kept the faith with several Mechanicals that forced us to slow down and keep Safety First. This resulted and I much longer day than planned oh, and we missed our fellow Riders after world’s greatest take place in Santa Maria. thankfully they had given us some leftovers which we devoured. as you’ll see in the map, we decided to take a more direct path home due to time constraints.

Day 5 – Off Day

After four straight days of 5 to 6 hours a day on the bike, it was time for rest. It was also time for some serious rain, which is always the right car on the island. The Limestone roads are not safe when they get wet despite what you see other Riders doing well you are staying dry.

Of course, I was there to ride and convinced Matt to go out for a quick 40-mile loop. Truth be told, we were rolling the dice from the start with the rain coming in over the mountains. We split the difference, cruising the flats to warm up and then hitting the Sa Batalla climb for a coffee break before heading home. We had to take shelter from the rain at the top, and this was where I realized I didn’t have gear for wet weather (it was all in my hotel room!). I did however have a plastic bag, also known as a packet in Europe, that I put under the front of my jersey. While it certainly didn’t make up for the vest and arm warmers that everyone else was wearing, it was a lifesaver. descending in the rain flights pretty terrifying and I think my shoulders are still tight from how hard I was gripping the bars.

Day 6 – Three Out of Four Ain’t Bad

Our final ride day of the camp saw both groups opting for a more epic day. We set off early and plans to rent accordingly so that everyone can get maximum distance on the bike. One group was able to hit the local velodrome for some fun laps in addition to logging 85 miles. My group went a little wider around the island to find a few new monasteries to climb. Both groups found some solid headwinds for the first half of the day oh, the remnants of the storm from the day before. While we all suffered mightily to start, the winds hung around long enough to help push us all home.

It’s never easy to say goodbye to cycling paradise, but after a day like Friday I was happy to say goodbye to my two-wheeled dream machine.

Planning for 2023

We will be back in April 2023 for another year of adventure. You can learn more and make your deposit online here. You won’t regret it!