Colorado Cycling Summit

Welcome to the Colorado Cycling Summit! Join us on Thu, Apr 17, 2025 at Primal Wear HQ as we come together to celebrate our love for cycling. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone at this event.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow cycling enthusiasts, learn from industry experts, and discover the latest trends in the world of cycling. See you there!

Getting Ready to Ride Your Best in the Colorado Mountains
Date: April 17th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Primal Wear

Host/Presenter: Bill Plock, Colorados Ride

Presenters:

Nutrition: Katie Hardie, Hardie Peak Performance

Cycling Fitness: Tracey Jacobs, Tracey Jacobs Coaching

Bikes and Bike Fitting: Michael Bowers, Campus Cycles

HIgh Altitude preparation and dangers: Common Spirit

Clothing and Gear: Primal

6:00 to 6:30, doors open, drinks and snacks, mingling

6:30 PM – 6:40 PM | Introduction & Welcome

• Presenter: Bill Plock
• Brief introduction to the symposium, purpose, and the speakers.
• Overview of the challenges of cycling in the Colorado mountains and why preparation is key.

6:30 PM – 6:50 PM | Session 1: Nutrition for High-Performance Cycling

• Speaker: Katie Hardie, Hardie Peak Performance
• Key topics:
• How good nutrition habits start now and can affect performance months from now

• Importance of fueling for long mountain rides.
• Hydration strategies for Colorado's dry climate.
• Pre-ride meals, during-ride snacks, and recovery nutrition.
• Supplements and how they affect performance.
• How to measure where you are at nutritionally and how to set goals.

6:50 PM – 7:10 PM | Session 2: Cycling Fitness & Training for Mountain Rides

• Speaker: Tracey Jacobs, Tracey Jocobs Coaching
• Key topics:

• Specific conditioning for high-altitude and mountainous terrain.
• Training programs to improve endurance, strength, and power.
• How to pace yourself in mountain climbs and descents.
• Essential bike handling skills
• Skills for riding in groups
• Importance of recovery and rest during training.
• Pre-ride meals, during-ride snacks, and recovery nutrition.

7:10 PM – 7:30 PM | Session 3: Bikes and Bike Fitting

• Speaker: Michael Bowers, Campus Cycles
• Key topics:

• Importance of bike fitting for injury prevention and efficiency.
• Adjustments to make when riding in the mountains (climbs, descents, and long rides).
• Understanding saddle, handlebar, and pedal position in mountainous rides.
• Importance of proper gearing and understanding how to best use gears
• Storage products (binto box, handlebar bag, saddle bag)

7:30 PM – 7:45 PM | High Altitude and how to prepare

• Speaker: Common Spirit
• Key topics:

• How to recognize signs of altitude fatigue vs normal fatique
• If coming from a lower altitude how to best prepare
• Dealing with dryness, intense sun, and thin air

7:45 PM – 8:00 PM | Session 4: Clothing & Gear for the Colorado Mountains

• Speaker: Primal
• Key topics:

• Layering strategies for changing weather in the mountains.
• Essential gear for cold mornings, hot afternoons, and possible rain.
• Choosing the right bike jersey, shorts, jacket, and shoes for mountain rides.
• Importance of windproof and moisture-wicking fabrics.

8:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Networking

• Final thoughts from the host and all guest speakers.
• Open the floor for a brief Q&A session or mingling with the speakers.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

7700 Cherry Creek S Dr suite 106, 7700 Cherry Creek South Drive, Denver, United States