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2012 Colorado Cyclist Copper Triangle Training Plans

The 2012 Copper Triangle training plans for purchase are designed to help you be at your best for one of Colorado’s most scenic, alpine road rides. Event date is August 4th 2012.

Choose from either the 16 week beginner plan or the 24 week experienced plan and get ready to tackle 78 miles and three spectacular mountain passes. The plans are designed to work into everyday life and provide the structure you need to succeed. .

OES provides these plans via TrainingPeaks (Peaksware), an on-line interface for coach and client with upload capabilities of training data for graphing as well as journaling and nutrition tracking. 

Plan Descriptions


16-week Copper Triangle Beginner Training Plan $149-Adam Fivehouse USA Cycling L3 is based on an average 8-10 hours per week commitment with a maximum build to 12 hours. This plan will help you prepare for an enjoyable day in the saddle during the Copper Triangle.

Highlights of the plan include: A cycling field test to estimate training zones, core maintenance workouts and strength training program. Included with purchase is a 20% off coupon for a Lactate Threshold test with Optimize Endurance Services. Added bonuses noted in the plan are organized practice rides led by an Optimize Endurance coach. Make sure to check the Training Rides Calendar on the OES website for information about training rides. Preview a plan profile here.




24-week Copper Triangle Experienced Training Plan $199-Adam Fivehouse USA Cycling L3 is based on an average 8-12 hours per week commitment with a build to 16 hours. This plan will help you prepare for an enjoyable day in the saddle during the Copper Triangle.

Highlights of the plan include: A cycling field test to estimate training zones, core maintenance workouts and strength training program. Included with purchase is a 20% off coupon for a Lactate Threshold test with Optimize Endurance Services. Added bonuses noted in the plan are organized practice rides led by an Optimize Endurance coach. Make sure to check the Training Rides Calendar on the OES website for information about training rides. Preview a plan profile here.

Added Bonuses
Training information

Training is designed around the use of a heart rate monitor, power meter and or rate of perceived exertion (RPE). Heart rate zone training based on lactate threshold of the rider is the suggested model to benefit most from these plans, but a field test to determine threshold will bring similar results. More information is provided on a downloadable Detailed Description document after plan purchase.

If you would like a custom training plan or to work with a coach, or any other services, such as exercise physiology testing (to accurately determine proper training zones) and metabolic testing, contact us for special rates for Copper Triangle participants.

If you currently have an account with Training Peaks, then you already know the benefit to it, if you haven’t used it before now is a great time to try it. With access to the plan anywhere you have an internet connection this is a powerful journal to utilize for training. We feel this will allow for us to help you when you have a question about the plan or desire some form of modification to ensure success. So, once you sign up you will be able to use TrainingPeaks to its fullest. 

*Disclaimer: The Free general training plan is provided as a free benefit to participants of the Copper Triangle. These are general recommendations only – you should always train within the limits of your personal ability, health, and safety limitations. It is recommended that you consult with your health care provider before beginning any exercise program. No liability, implied or actual, is assumed by Optimize Endurance Services and associated parties for any injury, illness, or other misfortune that may befall participants engaging in the recommended training regimen.

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