2010 Cycling w George Hincapie, SC chartis

2010 Cycling w George Hincapie, SC

2010 Cycling w George Hincapie, SC

November 4, 2010 - November 7, 2010

A TRULY 'DON'T MISS' EVENT!!

Back for a third year, the CEO Cycling Challenge with George Hincapie at his home in Greenville, South Carolina!  Don't miss this rare opportunity to REALLY get to know a true cycling legend.    CEOs have the opportunity to bike the same roads where George does all his serious preparation for the Tour de France, Paris-Roubaix, and the US Pro Championship.

George not only leads all rides, he attends the dinners, gives us a personal tour of Hincapie Sportswear, hosts a fantastic wine & hors d'oeuvres reception at his home, and gets us front of the stage seats for a charity fashion show featuring his wife Melanie.  And on 'race day' he accompanies every CEO across the finish line at the top of Paris Mountain.    At the end of the weekend you will understand why George is the most-liked pro on the tour, as well as one of the toughest.

See if you can beat Tim Hockey's time up Paris Mtn in 2009 (13:07), or better the CEO Challenge record set by Joe Gagnon in 2008 (12:18)!

For anyone interested in cycling and the Tour de France this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that must not be missed!

Feedback

"That was one incredible weekend! Everything clicked just right. Thanks to Ted for setting up such a great event. Thanks to the Hincapie family and friends for being so generous with your time. I can’t believe how much time George was willing to spend with us. No other rock star would do that with a bunch of noobs  It was a brief encounter but an amazing experience, and I consider you all new, good friends." - Dan Goese

"The experience was way above expectation. I can't think of many other sports where you can have an opportunity to see first hand the differential between weekend warriors and someone at the top of the sport. The Hincapie family couldn't have been nicer or more hospitable. Truly rare in this world of the big sport ego." - Tom Tuggle

"The CEO Challenge by far exceeded my expectations.  This was the best riding I have EVER done (including compared to the Pyrenees during the Tour de France).  George is a fantastic guy and he let us into a little piece of his life." - Tim Hockey

"An amazing combination of physical challenge with high powered executives makes for a truly memorable experience, and riding with George put it over the top!" - Joe Gagnon

 

Have any questions, or want more information?   Please call 720-222-3043  

 

 

From George:

"I am excited to host the CEO Challenge in my home town of Greenville, SC. I look forward to showing you the roads where I do some of my most important off season miles... roads that I consider to be some of the best training rides in the world.. see you in November!"-- George Hincapie



What's Included in the Program

  • 4 days / 3 nights at the historic Westin Poinsett in charming downtown Greenville, South Carolina
  • Massages each day by George's personal therapists (they know how to massage tired cycling legs!)
  • A top-of-the-line carbon fibre Kestrel road bike will be provided to each participant for the weekend, with the option to purchase the bike at a discount following the event
  • For those who prefer to bring their own bikes, a professional mechanic will receive bikes, build and tune them, then pack them for shipping after the event
  • 3 days of cycling, hosted by George Hincapie (pace and distance to vary to accommodate all riders, regardless of speed)
  • Fully supported 'sag' vehicle to accompany cyclists, complete with spare tubes, tires, parts, drinks and food
  • Personal tour of the Pla d'Adet Performance Training Village site and plans by George Hincapie
  • Event staff to look after your every need
  • Charity contribution to the Challenged Athletes Foundation on behalf of each participant
  • Biography on each CEO listed on the CEO Challenges website, and in a printed program circulated at the event
  • Transportation to receptions and dinners
  • All meals and beverages, including CEO Welcome Dinner at the Westin, Friday dinner in Greenville, and VIP passes to a professional, very high-energy fashion show Saturday night
  • CEO Cycling Challenge competition, including exclusive 'King of the Hill' awards
  • Hincapie Sportswear custom-designed cycling shorts and jersey
  • CEO Welcome kit, including apparel and Zeal Optics polarized competition sunglasses

  • Event Schedule

    Thursday, November 4

    • Arrive into Greenville-Spartanburg airport (GSP)
    • Check into your room at the historical Westin Poinsett Hotel in downtown Greenville, SC
    • Sizing and fitting on Kestrel road bikes, or unpack and tune for those who choose to bring their own bikes
    • Easy spin to 'shake out' the legs after traveling (if time is available)
    • CEO Welcome Reception & Dinner at the Westin - Welcome reception at 6:00pm, dinner at 7:00pm

      Co-hosted by cycling legend George Hincapie!   Meet your fellow CEO Challenge participants, and review the schedule for the weekend

     

    Friday, November 5

    • 7:00am - Breakfast
    • 8:00am - Two to three hour ride around Greenville, including Furman University, and easy 'scouting' ride up Paris Mtn.
    • Afternoon - Massages
    • 4:00pm - Tour of Hincapie Sports, led by President Rich Hincapie (including shopping opportunity and photo op with George and his 8 yellow jerseys!)
    • 6:00pm - Dinner in downtown Greenville

    Saturday, November 6

    • 7:00am - Breakfast
    • 8:00am - The famous 'Bakery Ride' (Greenville, past Pla d'Adet, to the Blue Ridge Mountains, stop at the bakery in Saluda, NC, and back) - 80 miles, approx. 6-hours (support bus is available to 'leap frog' if riders are not up to the entire distance)
    • Afternoon - Massages
    • 4:30pm - Transportation provided to a private cocktail reception at George Hincapie's residence
    • 6:30pm - VIP Cocktail reception & Vision Fashion with Purpose show, followed by private After Party

     

    Sunday, November 7

    • 8:00am - Breakfast
    • 9:00am - Two hour warmup ride, followed by the King of the Mountain Competition up Paris Mountain (1.8 miles)!   Rolling start, timed climb.
    • Lunch - Trophies to the top three CEOs, awarded by George.    Either leave Kestrel bikes, or arrange shipping for personal bikes.
    • Depart

    Event Costs

    • Entry Fee: $5,600 USD Accomodations, 3 days supported rides with George, all meals, Hincapie Reception, Hincapie cycling kit, Fashion Show VIP passes, awards to the top three CEOs

    Eligibility

    This event is open to CEOs, company Presidents, and owners of companies with at least $1 million in annual gross revenue. C-Suite executives of companies with over $2.5 million in revenue are also invited to attend, as well as Celebrities.


    How to Enter

    Register for this event using our Registration Form


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