Peaks Challenge Falls Creek
Formulated by HPTEK
Training Programs
Our tailored 16-week training programs are created by Dr. Stephen Lane from HPTek and kick-off on Monday 22 November 2021. Mark the date in your calendar and start getting some climbs in the legs!
Stephen is an 8 hour wave leader for Team Bicycle Network and is dedicated to helping you reach your goals – whether that’s completing your first Peaks Challenge or going faster than before.
tRAINING PROGRAMS
Training rides
Team Bicycle Network are not just your domestiques on event day. They put in time and effort during their training to help you keep your preparation on track.
Regular training rides will be scheduled from November – March.
Don’t forget to join the Bicycle Network strava club so you’re the first to hear when new training ride dates are released.
GO TO STRAVAUpcoming rides
Sat 4 Sep | Zwift meet-up - Watopia: Mountain 8 (virtual) | 32km
Start time
7:00am
Ride leader
Josh McLellan
Estimated ride time
60–90mins
Route
Mountain 8 (32km / 677m elevation) – Route details
Pace (average w/kg)
- 3–4w/kg: Josh McLellan (9 hour pace)
- 2.5–3w/kg: Justin Benson (11 hour pace)
- 2.5w/kg: Richard Cross (12 hour pace)
- 2–2.5w/kg: Ben Gove (Lanterne Rouge)
Notes
Ride leaders will provide a quick briefing at the start of the ride via the chat. Choose a pace, bunch up and stick with them.
Please ensure you complete a registration and follow the steps below so we can send you an invitation to the meet-up in Zwift.
- Register for the ride below (please include your Zwift username)
- Follow the ride leader ‘Josh McLellan (AHDR)‘ on Zwift
- Stay tuned for a meet-up invite via your Zwift companion app (approx. two days before the scheduled ride)
- Accept the invite and we’ll see you there!
Sat 25 Sep | Zwift meet-up - Watopia: Three Sisters (virtual) | 48km
Start time
7:00am
Ride leader
Josh McLellan
Estimated ride time
90–120mins
Route
Three Sisters (47.8km / 879m elevation) – Route details
Pace (average w/kg)
- 3–4w/kg: Josh McLellan (9 hour pace)
- 2.5–3w/kg: Justin Benson (11 hour pace)
- 2.5w/kg: Richard Cross (12 hour pace)
- 2–2.5w/kg: Ben Gove (Lanterne Rouge)
Notes
Ride leaders will provide a quick briefing at the start of the ride via the chat. Choose a pace, bunch up and stick with them.
Please ensure you follow all the steps below so we can send you an invitation to the meet-up in Zwift.
- Register for the ride below (please include your Zwift username as it appears in the companion app)
- Follow the ride leader ‘Josh McLellan (AHDR)‘ on Zwift
- Stay tuned for a meet-up invite via your Zwift companion app (approx. two days before the scheduled ride)
- Accept the invite and we’ll see you there!
*Before registering for an outdoor training ride, please ensure you read and adhere to our training ride terms and conditions
4 Feb – 6 Feb 2022
Training camp
Join the ultimate training weekend from Friday 4 February – Sunday 6 February 2022 with hands on learning from our experienced wave leaders.
You’ll gain valuable tips and tricks, feel confident in your ability and lay the foundations to achieve your goals at Peaks Challenge 2022.
Spots are capped at 60 guests!
Learn more
Towards 50/50
Women's Community
At Bicycle Network, we’re committed to getting more women riding and addressing the gender imbalance in bike riding. In the lead up to Peaks Challenge 2022 we will have tailored events and support for women who are keen to have a crack at the event but are not sure where to start, or women who are looking for like-minded riders.
Pre-event info session (online)
Thinking of taking on Peaks Challenge Falls Creek?
Watch our latest video from Women’s Community info night where Team Bicycle Network’s female wave leaders talk about the ride and answer questions on how to prepare and what to expect as well as navigating around the barriers of COVID-19.
Subscribe below to stay stay up to date with what we have happening with our Women’s Community and Peaks Challenge!
SubscribeWomen's Community Facebook group
Join the Bicycle Network Women’s Community Facebook group to connect with a supportive group of link-minded women.
The group provides an environment where women can empower and inspire each other to get out on a bike and stay happy and healthy. Whether you're looking for some advice, someone to ride with or inspiration for achieving your goals.
Join now
Blog
Are you ready to tackle Peaks Challenge?
Not sure if you're ready to tackle Peaks Challenge? We chatted to 12 hour wave leader Crossy about his motivation and what keeps him coming back for more.
With the uncertainty of COVID-19 meaning less time on the bike and wavering motivation, here are Stephen Lane's tips to get your training back on track.
A group of riders from our Women's Community recently caught up for a good old fashion descending skills session. Check out the key takeaways for going downhill at Peaks.
Special thanks to Winners
Event nutrition
Peaks Challenge Nutrition Pack – Save 42%
The Peaks Challenge Nutrition Pack contains a mix of products to help ensure you have the nutrition you need to train for the event and perform at your best. Winners Energy Bars are a great source of low GI carbohydrates, whilst the gels and chews give you the quick energy boost to maximise performance throughout every session.
Winners 10% discount offer
Winners are offering a 10% discount from winnersbars.com for all riders participating in Peaks Challenge 2021.
Use coupon code: Peaks2022
Special thanks to Prepd
Event hydration
Special PREPD offer for Peaks Challenge Falls Creek
PREPD is a revolutionary sports hydration booster scientifically and clinically proven to enhance athletic performance and aid fast recovery. PREPD will help you train and compete at Peaks Challenge Falls Creek at your best with both pre and post ride hydration to aid your training and recovery.
Get unparalleled hydration with 20% off
Make your Peaks training sessions easier.. subscribe and save 20% off storewide with PREPD. Make sure to upgrade your purchase to a subscription in your cart to save 20% (cancel anytime)—www.prepdhydration.com.au
Join the club
Bicycle Network’s Strava club has a whole host of like-minded athletes and regular training rides. Join the club and stay tuned for local training rides in the lead up to events near you.
Go to stravaYour domestiques
Team Bicycle Network
At Peaks Challenge we don’t just provide you with food and water. We have a full team dedicated to setting the pace, rhythm and the attitude that’s required for a good day in the saddle.
You can expect lots of encouragement, support and help with pace setting from Team Bicycle Network.
TEAM PROFILES
Peaks Challenge early bird tickets now open
SIGN UP