Team Sky Ride Camps launched

Team Sky has joined forces with Gullivers Cycling to offer a series of overseas Ride Camps in 2015 and beyond.

Team Sky has joined forces with Gullivers Cycling to offer a series of overseas Ride Camps in 2015 and beyond.

The camps are for everyday riders to experience the training routes and race destinations of Team Sky, with fully supported guided rides tailored to ability levels. Guests can gain first-hand insights into the team from Team Sky staff and partners, who are on hand during the rides, dinners and presentations.

The camps are being launched with Gullivers Cycling, a division of Gullivers Sports Travel and part of the worldwide TUI/Thomson Travel Group. Gullivers will bring their knowledge and expertise in tour operating and travel, which will be combined with Team Sky’s expertise in cycling.

The range of camps on offer include:

- Nice and Pamplona, where a number of Team Sky riders live and train;

-  Majorca, used by Team Sky during their pre-season training camp; and

-  Alpe d’Huez and other race locations, giving the opportunity to combine riding stages of the races with watching Team Sky race in person.

Places are limited on all the camps to ensure maximum benefit for those taking part, and include:

-  Presentations from Team Sky staff and partners

-  Group rides of around ten riders with experienced guides

-  Rides are designed to suit a wide range of abilities, experience and fitness levels

-  Back-up team with support vehicles

-  Chance to try products from Team Sky's partners including hiring a Pinarello Dogma F8

-  Ride nutrition, pre-ride ready table and post-ride snack table

-  Team Sky merchandise

Simon Steele, Team Sky’s Head of Business Development said: “From the start of Team Sky one of our main ambitions has been to help inspire people to get on their bikes and enjoy cycling. Our aim is to do this for all ages and abilities – from kids on their first balance bike to keen amateurs looking to experience riding in new European destinations.

We ran a very successful pilot of the Ride Camps in Nice in the autumn. For many riders it was their first overseas training camp, others were looking to get some good miles in their legs heading into the winter. The trips cater for a range of abilities, and allow the amateur cyclist to connect to the team through insights from our partners and staff.

Sam Seward, Managing Director of Gullivers Sports Travel said: “Gullivers is proud to be partnering with Team Sky to offer riders the ultimate cycling experience. With over 40 years’ experience in sports travel for participants and supporters alike, we are looking forward to the Ride Camps in Mallorca, Nice and Alpe d’Huez”

Further details of the camps and dates can be found at https://gulliverscycling.com