Special Events

Bright Training Camp

2-11 February 2024

CAMS Tour of Bright Training Camp is our most popular training camp. We are now taking bookings for riders who would like to join us in February 2024.

Staying in beautiful Bright, Victoria, join us for 10 days of riding through this unique alpine region. We will be enjoying some of Australia’s BEST rides – Mt Buffalo, Beechworth, Mt Hotham, Mt Beauty, Tawonga Gap, and Falls Creek and Mitta Mitta.

It is not only about the riding during the Bright Training Camp! There are also plenty of opportunities to dine and relax among friends and enjoy what the region has on offer.

This Camp is perfect to attend if you plan on conquering the Peaks Challenge Falls Creek event at some time in the future.

FOR 2024 (Along with alot more)

• Winery Tour & Lunch at GapStead Winery

• Final day ride is different to Last Year

• Cycling apparel supplier is ALE

CAMS Tour of Spain - Girona & Pyrenees

August/September 2024 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Discover the beautiful landscapes & signature climbs of the cycling capital of Europe, Girona. Ride point to point from Girona to the Pyrenees on a thrilling 4-stage ride to the high mountains. Finish with 3 incredible Pyrenean rides to remember, including iconic cols of the Tour de France & hidden Eat Sleep Cycle favourites.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• 15 day custom itinerary

• Cycling Guide

• Support vehicle & driver

• 14 nights, 3*/4* Hotels and guesthouses

• Daily breakfast & ride nutrition, 6 lunches, 6 evening meals

• 1 sports massage

• Daily ride information, CAMS Full Kit & welcome pack

CAMS Mt Mee Time Trial

DATE TBC

Join us on soon for CAMS Mt Mee TT - always a great day out. This is a friendly time trial - you can go as hard as you desire or just ride the mountain - but everyone will receive a time and go in the draw to win a random prize.

All outdoor rides will be heading to Mt Mee this day with 3 groups leaving at 5:00am, 5:15am and 5:30am. We will re-group at Dayboro and starts for the Mt Mee time trial (approx 7km) will be staggered with handicaps. If you came along last year we will have last years times available so you can race yourself however there will be prizes for QOM & KOM plus a random prize draw. Awards will be given at the Dayboro Bakery before we ride back to CAMS.

COST

Registrations are essential through MBO so we can work out the start list. Members and non members are all encouraged to come and have a go. 12 month members and PPT are FREE, other memberships $20 and non members $35.

Peaks Challenge Falls Creek 2024

CAMS is OFFERING TRAINING/TRAVEL PACKAGES TO PEAKS March 2024

Are you looking for a cycling challenge in 2024? Keen to ride one of the world’s ‘top 10’ toughest one day cycling events? The team at CAMS will help you conquer Peaks Challenge Falls Creek in 2024. We offer complete packages including the event weekend itself and all peaks training rides (starting OCT 2023), and a tried and tested Peaks training program.

With training beginning in early October now is the time to start make your decisions.

The traditional Peaks Challenge is a 235km loop ride starting at Falls Creek and riding up Tawonga Gap, Mount Hotham and through Omeo before heading up the back of Falls Creek to take on the first pinch (WTF Corner), and the ascent The Beast. It’s a steep and relentless climb with little reprieve. 

You don't need to be a Peaks Challenge rider to be part of the training fun!  If you would like to join Peaks training rides for other goals you may have - you are welcome - the more the merrier!

TOP 5 REASONS TO INCORPORATE PEAKS TRAINING THIS SUMMER:

1. Increase your base fitness, strength and bike handling skills
2. To get a feel for Peaks training if you have ever thought about taking on the challenge.
3. Prepare for CAMS Tour of Bright
4. Prepare for another cycling or Ironman event in early 2024
5. To support your fellow riders, good times, and great company

SUGGESTED MINIMUM PARTICIPATION FOR NON PEAKERS. As Peaks training rides increase in elevation, distance and/or time over the Summer months, we suggest you participate at least every 3 weeks and maintain consistency with your own training in between. This will allow you to retain enough fitness to stay with the group when you join. Prices for the rides are: 12 month members $300, 6 month members $300, Other members $350, Non Members $400, Returning non members $350. If you are interested in Peaks Training rides let us know HERE.

NOTE: CAMS Tour of Bright training camp will be held in 2 - 12 February 2024, and is a great way to gain confidence with each of the climbs and descents under the guidance of our experienced coaches.

CAMS Extra Long Winter Ride

SUNDAY TBA, 2024

CAMS Cycling Collective Extra Long Autumn ride is approximately 150km.

These ‘extra’ long rides are run every quarter to help you build strength and endurance. The ride is fully supported with three coached groups to cater for various speeds, abilities and fitness levels, and a support vehicle on the route.

Next quarter’s ‘extra’ long ride starts and finishes at CAMS. Perfect for anyone looking to build their base into Winter for a strong summer, or those just wanting to have a great day out on the bike.

There will be three coached groups with staggered starts from 5am. The ride will be supported with coaches and roaming support vehicles.

LONG RIDE PRICING:

Annual members & PTT: FREE; Other Members: $20.00; Casuals and Non-Members: $40.00.

CAMS Extra Long Spring Ride

SUNDAY TBC OCTOBER, 2024

CAMS Extra Long Winter ride is approximately 180/190km. This ride incorporates the B2GC 2022 event and just like in previous years, CAMS will be offering 2-3 coached groups for the return ride to Brisbane. A great goal to keep yourself motivated as the weather starts to cool down.

Hundreds of people have already signed up for this year’s Downer Brisbane to Gold Coast Cycle Challenge. With three course lengths available, the choice is yours! Rest stops at Eagleby and Coomera give you a moment to recharge before carrying on or wrapping up your ride, and our Finish Line Festival by the water at Southport is the ultimate journey’s end for those opting into the 100km or 60km route.

CLICK HERE for all event intel and to register yourself and friends for the big day. CAMS riders will meet at CAMS and travel to the start line in groups, ride in groups and/or regroup at the finish line for the coached return ride back to CAMS. Approx 180-190km all up! Bookings to do the return ride with CAMS are essential through MBO under 'Events'.

LONG RIDE PRICING:

Annual members & PTT: FREE; Other Members: $20.00; Casuals and Non-Members: $40.00.

L’Étape Australia Challenge - if it is on in 2024 we will look at it

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW!

The only Tour De France event in Australia is back with a new course in 2022. CAMS is keen to take a group of riders this year, with packages including group travel, bike transport and accommodation.

L’Étape Australia replicates a mountainous stage of the Tour de France. It is not an easy ride, but it is a ride you will be able and proud to complete if you train for it.

The fifth edition of L’Étape Australia by Tour de France will take place on Sunday 27 November between Wollongong and Kiama. Thousands of cyclists, their friends and families are expected to participate in L’Étape Australia. They will be provided with an experience not available anywhere else: fully closed roads, world-class mechanical assistance provided by Shimano and the unmatched warm Tour de France atmosphere.

The 2022 route will start in Wollongong, home of the 2022 UCI Road World Championships. The riders will travel South towards Macquarie Pass, which they will have to conquer once if they want to complete The Ride, the shorter distance, or twice if they intend to complete the flagship distance, The Race. All the participants will then travel through the beautiful village of Jamberoo before hitting the last climb of the day, Saddleback Mountain. The riders will be rewarded with a stunning view over the coastline and the rolling descent towards the beautiful coastal town of Kiama.

The distance is 143km and the elevation 2,701m. The Ride, a shorter version of The Race with only one climb, is 90km with 1,619m of elevation.

If you are keen to be part of the CAMS 2022 group please REGISTER YOUR INTEREST as soon as possible so we can start to put the package options together. Event details HERE.

Noosa Training Camp 2023

Postponed Till 2024

CAMS Noosa Weekend Training Camp promises maximum training gains, close to home, with minimal outlay, and lots of fun and provides the option to participate in the Noosa Classic cycling events. This could be the perfect way to kickstart your fitness goals leading into  triathlon season, Sunshine Coast 70.3, training for Bright Camp - any fitness goals really.

Departing early on the Friday morning, riders will be divided into groups of similar ability, riding different routes to Noosa with a support vehicle circulating. Ride distance to Noosa is anticipated to be roughly 160km, 190km, or 218km pending which group you join. Self-contained, 4-5 star, shared accommodation at South Pacific Resort Noosa. There will be the option to meet for a self-funded group dinner on Friday evening.

On Saturday morning we’ll head out for a recovery ride and coffee, and a Q&A session with Cam and Sheree! After a self-catered lunch there will be stretching, and some down time in preparation for the Noosa Classic on Sunday. 

This year riders will have the opportunity to participate in one of the Noosa Classic cycling events (160km, 120km or 65km) - an epic road cycling gran fondo event set in one of Australia's most beautiful beachside locations. 

There will be the option to bus home to Brisbane on Sunday afternoon after the event, or stay an extra night have breakfast Monday morning before heading back to Brisbane – via our bikes of course (approx 169km).

If you are interested in staying Sunday night and riding home Monday, we will need to know ASAP to determine viability. Also if you would like to include your non-riding partner also let us know and we can work out a price for you.

For those of you who are unable to stay the weekend – we will be offering the option to ride to Noosa on Friday, however the return will be your own responsibility.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Friday – Brisbane to Noosa coached, supported ride.

• Saturday - recovery coached ride with CAMS group and Q & A with Cam and Sheree

• Sunday – Noosa Classic event (choice of distance) and option to bus home to Brisbane Sunday afternoon

• Monday - Optional return CAMS coached ride Noosa - Brisbane

• Support vehicles with mechanical support, your day bags, ride food, water and sunscreen

• Friday post ride recovery food and drink

• 2 nights’ self-contained, shared accommodation at the South Pacific Resort Noosa.

• Plenty of free time to swim, explore and recover.

• Booked venues for Friday and Saturday dinner, however meals are at the participant’s own cost.

2024 PRICING TBC

12-Month and PTP CAMS Members

RIDING COUPLES - 3 NIGHTS $660/ 2 NIGHTS $590

RIDING SINGLES - SHARED ROOM 3 NIGHTS $430 / 2 NIGHTS $ 360

RIDING ONLY - OWN ACCOMMODATION $80pp (Bus and bike return Sunday)

ONE WAY RIDE TO NOOSA (return own responsibility) $20

Other CAMS Members

RIDING COUPLES - 3 NIGHTS $700/ 2 NIGHTS $670

RIDING SINGLES - SHARED ROOM - 3 NIGHTS $470/ 2 NIGHTS $410

RIDING ONLY - OWN ACCOMMODATION $110pp (Bus and bike return Sunday)

ONE WAY RIDE TO NOOSA (return own responsibility) $40

Non-members

RIDING COUPLES - 3 NIGHTS $750/ 2 NIGHTS $700

RIDING SINGLES - SHARED ROOM - 3 NIGHTS $510 / 2 NIGHTS $460

RIDING ONLY - OWN ACCOMMODATION $140pp (Bus and bike return Sunday)

ONE WAY RIDE TO NOOSA (return own responsibility) $55