2022 FTW Road/Criterium Racing - Skills and Tactics
Presented by Triple C Coaching
Road is a demanding discipline that requires more than just fitness. The learning curve is steep and the speeds can seem frightening at first. The purpose of this clinic is to demystify the discipline and develop confidence in the pack.
Not just a skills clinic, this class is a comprehensive introduction to the discipline.
OBJECTIVES
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At the end of this course, you will understand:
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How to keep yourself and others safe in the pack
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How to manage your energy via drafting
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When to anticipate or launch attacks
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How and when to sprint
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How a team works together
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Who is this for?
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Riders who identify as FTW (Femme, Transgender, Women)
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Beginner to intermediate
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You should have either a road bike or a cross or gravel bike with road tires.
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This is an opportunity to develop your skills in a welcoming, fun, collaborative environment!
Racing is more fun when you know people. Get to know the competition, aka, your "future cycling friends" by doing a clinic with them!
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SESSIONS
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Monday, May 2 - 5:30-6:45 pm
Skills and Safety
Greenspace located E. Minnehaha Parkway and 35th Ave S (https://goo.gl/maps/YqQ1E7Rf95mwkz9z6).
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Monday, May 9 - 5:30-6:45 pm
"Chalk talk" via Zoom (Recording available after.)
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Monday, May 16, - 5:30-6:45 pm
Drafting, Pacelines 1
Meet at 994 Wagon Wheel Trail, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
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Monday, May 23- 5:30-6:45 pm
Drafting, Pacelines 2
Meet at 994 Wagon Wheel Trail, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
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Monday, June 6, - 5:30-6:45 pm
"Chalk talk" via Zoom (Recording available after.)
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Monday, June 13 - 5:30-6:45 pm
Corners, Sprints, Attacks 1
Friendly Hills Park (Mohican Lane side), Mendota Heights (https://goo.gl/maps/8VuunKBYpdpGW1HD6)
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Monday, June 20 - 5:30-6:45 pm
Corners, Sprints, Attacks 2
Friendly Hills Park (Mohican Lane side), Mendota Heights (https://goo.gl/maps/8VuunKBYpdpGW1HD6)
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Monday, June 27 - Make-up day in case of severe weather cancellation.
Clinic Cost: $140 for full clinic
Zoom ONLY registration for $25
Pre-Registration ONLY at
Full clinic is limited to 10 riders in order to provide each athlete with sufficient attention and support to encourage growth
Triple C Clinics are not longer permitted via USA Cycling. You do NOT need a USA Cycling license to participate.
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Questions: TripleCCoach@gmail.com
