2012 George Hincapie CEO Cycling Challenge

October 4, 2012 - October 7, 2012

HOSTED BY GEORGE HINCAPIE IN GREENVILLE, SC!

This will be the fifth year that CEO Challenges has co-hosted a cycling event with Tour de France legend George Hincapie at his home in Greenville, South Carolina.

The weekend includes sag supported rides including the famous Bakery Ride, and the highlight is Sunday's 2-mile timed ride up Paris Mtn to identify the best CEO cyclists!

Don't miss this rare opportunity to REALLY get to know a true cycling legend. Participants have the opportunity to bike the same roads where George does all his serious preparation for the Tour of California, Tour de France, Spring Classics, and the USA Pro Challenge.

George not only leads all rides, he attends the dinners, gives us a personal tour of Hincapie Sportswear, and is our host for a reception at his home with his wife, Melanie.

And on 'race day' George will accompany each person 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.

In 2010 Sam Beall of Blackberry Farm shattered the previous CEO Challenge record up Paris Mtn, finishing in 10:40. Guy Berkebile also broke the previous record, coming in at 11:11. How will you stack up against some of the world's best CEO cyclists?

For CEOs that have a passion for cycling and the Tour de France this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that must not be missed!

SEE RESULTS, PICTURES, AND TESTIMONIALS FROM THE 2010 EVENT HERE

Feedback from previous participants

"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

From George:

"I am excited to host the CEO Cycling 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 historicWestin Poinsett in charming downtown Greenville, South Carolina
Massages each day by George's personal therapists (they know how to massage tired cycling legs!)
Personal coaching and power analysis by Hunter Allen and Peaks Coaching Group:
- On the bike coaching by Hunter Allen and Tim Cusick of The Peaks Coaching Group
- Power training talks by Hunter Allen to teach you how to better optimize your training time.
- Demo Power meters to use for the camp by Quarq Power meter company.
Our professional mechanicwill receive bikes, build and tune them, and 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 ability)
Fully supported 'sag' vehicle to accompany cyclists, complete with spare tubes, tires, parts, drinks and food
CEO Challenges event staff to look after your every need
Charity contribution to the Challenged Athletes Foundation on behalf of each participant
Biography on each participant listed on the CEO Challenges website, and in a printed program circulated at the event
All meals and beverages, including CEO Welcome Dinner at the Westin, Friday dinner in Greenville, and private reception at George's house on Saturday (where will get to see his collection of bikes, cars, and awards).
Personal tour of Hincapie Sportswear by President Rich Hincapie, including the opportunity to purchase the latest in Hincapie gear
CEO Cycling Challenge competition, including exclusive 'King of the Hill' awards
Hincapie Sportswear Team BMC / CEO Challenge Team bibshorts, jersey, and long sleeve jersey, plus socks & gloves for each participant
CEO Welcome kit, including apparel and Zeal Optics polarized competition sunglasses to the top three on the Paris Mtn climb

Event Schedule

Thursday, October 4

Arrive in Greenville and check into your room at the historical Westin Poinsett Hotel
Either unpack and assemble your bike, or pick up your assembled bike from our bike mechanic (if shipped earlier)
4pm - Meet in the hotel lobby for an easy one-hour spin. Will include a quick tutorial on how to use your new power meter.
CEO Welcome Reception & Dinner - Welcome reception at 6:00pm (lobby bar), dinner at 7:00pm
Co-hosted by cycling legend George Hincapie! Meet your fellow CEO cycling members, CEO Challenges staff, and review the schedule for the weekend

Friday, October 5

7:00am - Breakfast
8:00am - Two to three hour ride around Greenville, including Furman University, and easy 'scouting' ride up Paris Mtn.
Afternoon - Book massages, coordinated by Jeremiah, aka Turtle, and time for your personal power meter analysis with Hunter Allen and Peaks Coaching
2:30pm - Power Training 101 Seminar- How to optimize your training time using a power meter, Power Testing, Power profile, Training Stress Score and methodology of power training
4:00pm - Meet in the lobby for a tour of Hincapie Sports, led by President Rich Hincapie (including shopping opportunity and photo op with George and his 9 yellow jerseys!)
6:00pm - Walk to dinner at Rick Erwin's West End Grille (private room)
8:00pm - Invitation to a private party in Greenville

Saturday, October 6

7:00am - Breakfast
8:00am - Long ride to the Blue Ridge Mountains - 80 miles, approx. 6-hours (support bus is available to 'leap frog' if riders are not up to the entire distance)
Afternoon - Massages and individual Power Analysis Appointments with Hunter Allen and Tim Cusick
4:00- Power Training 201 Seminar- How to create a Peak of Fitness: What is “FORM” and how do I get some?
5:30pm - Transportation provided to a private reception at George Hincapie's residence
Leave for the Greenville Fashion Show, featuring George's wife, Melanie

Sunday, October 7

7:00am - Breakfast
8:00am - Warmup ride, followed by the CEO Cycling Championship up Paris Mountain! Rolling start, timed climb, then a group photo.
Lunch - Trophies to the top three finishers, awarded by George. Arrange shipping for bikes (bring courier paperwork if shipping your bike home)
Final Power Analysis: How did you pace yourself, how your effort compares to your previous rides of week.
Depart