RocketCamp: Gran Fondo Greenville, SC
RocketCamp | October 17-20, 2024 | Greenville, SC
The Details
What's included:
- 4-day/3-night cycling camp (option for lodging up to a week)
-Guided rides with an A and B option each day.
- Ride the Gran Fondo Hincapie with Rocket Revolution Coaches (Gran Fondo entry included!)
-Expert guidance from local experts on the event to help prepare you.
Accommodations:
You will be staying at the brand new beautiful Station directly on the Swamp Rabbit Trail in downtown Travelers Rest. Your Trailside Cottage sleeps up to four guests
with a king-size cloud platform bed in the private bedroom and a full-size sleeper sofa in the living
room. Each cottage includes a fully equipped galley kitchen with a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker and
service for six. You can catch the local weather forecast on the two flat-screen TVs, one in the
living room and one in the bedroom. To stay connected, there's free Wi-Fi and a convenient charging station for your devices.
Prices:
$1,999/condo. *add $175 for each additional guest over 2. The price is $1,999 total for anywhere from 1-4 people in the condo. Whoever makes the reservation is responsible for the total bill.
Extend your stay:
We have the option to help you check in sooner and stay longer if 4 days 3 nights just isn't enough for you! We have coaches that can take you on rides before and after camp, contact us for more info/pricing!
What to Expect
This is a camp designed around the Hincapie Gran Fondo. You will be lead on rides around Greenville that will help prepare you for the event on Saturday. Your guides are professional level cyclists that have done the event many time and will help prepare you for the ride. They are here to answer any question you have from nutrition, to tactics to pacing strategy for the event.
The Hincapie Gran Fondo offers three great routes to choose from. The Piccolo is a 15 mile option for the beginner cyclist, or someone that just wants to experience the event with a short ride. The Medio is a great 50 mile option that most riders choose.
About the Gran Fondo Hincapie
The original Gran Fondo Hincapie in Greenville, South Carolina, has received stellar reviews and topped numerous charts.
One of George Hincapie’s favorite training rides for the Tour de France, the Gran route will not disappoint with epic climbs including the infamous Skyuka Mountain KOM and switchbacks on Green River Cove. 80 miles, 8100ft elevation gain, 4 climbs and 4 rest stops.
FAQ's
-
What do I need to bring?
Road bike, helmet, warm weather cycling clothes/prefered gear for multiple days, street clothes and comfortable walking shoes for exploring when off your bike, and an outfit or two for going out with the group to optional dinners (we always like an excuse to dress up!)
-
How do I get there?
Flying in? Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (Uber & Lyft available from there)
Driving? Location upon registration!
-
I'm not familiar with the area -what should I expect?
We are all Greenville locals and are happy to be your resource for questions about the area and the cycling community -just shoot us an email with any questions!