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Feb 2009 Camp images posted!
- Published 8/03/2009
Latest Testimonials from the Feb 2009 camp
- Published 20/02/2009
Chris
Pennifold - QLD
What an excellent four days of cycling! I found the terrain hard, challenging, breathtaking and fantastic! I have learnt a great deal from both the instructor/support riders as well as other cyclists that attended the camp. A special mention to Marina without her massaging skills I wouldn’t have got through the four days. This camp has filled me with confidence as well as providing a clear indication as to where I am and what I need to do to get to the next step! I am intending to make some significant gains upon my return to Buffalo. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, even the pain! We had many laughs at each other, about each other and amongst each other – overall a fantastic time and looking forward to the next time.
Mark Landells - QLD
Well I think I am officially a Bright Boot Camp junky now – this was my third Boot Camp and probably the toughest in terms of the conditions we faced. In spite of this, I just loved my four days in beautiful Bright and the riding was as usual, awesome. This four day camp is something that should be a recurring event in every serious cyclist’s training calendar. In my opinion Bright should be made the cycling Mecca for Australia – true alpine climbs, beautiful mountain scenery and open country roads. David and Jodie have this four day camp nailed for all round organisation, great support riders, very relevant lectures and excellent hospitality… and all this at a very reasonable price. If you are a serious cyclist and want to take your riding to the next level whilst riding with likeminded and motivated people, the Bright Boot Camp is a must do event. See you next year guys… I can’t wait!!
Priscilla Cutter - VIC
As a first time Boot Camper and battling a few post accident demons, my goal was to reach the top of Mt Buffalo. On a new bike and relatively untrained, I attained that goal but only through the perseverance of David & the support mentor and motivator extraordinaire 'Mick' who unleashed my 'inner positive self' and coerced me to finish the last 4kms. I can't express in words the feeling of self confidence that has ebbed back into my riding since. And as added 'gravy' for me was the ride up Towonga Gap the following day, where Jodie discovered my 'third lung' capability and taught me some invaluable one-on one descending skills. Out-take. Complete, with vital warm ups from Matt Brindle and some excellent positive thinking skills from Brendan Rowbotham I will definitely set myself a goal to train for right Jan 2010 with renewed confidence. Thank you, here's to next year.
Lloyd Killmore - VIC
An amazing 4 days on the bike. It is a time to forget about traffic lights and getting to work on time. With full vehicle support, your only focus is on reaching the many summits. A truly challenging and rewarding experience.
Cheers, Lloyd
Bill Bailey - WA
Hi David and Jodie, Thanks for a great 4 day camp - I will remember it for a long time and may well be back on another one. It has changed my view on enjoying climbing while you are actually climbing rather than enjoying the satisfaction at the end of a climb. The difference is climbing in the Perth hills is generally hot with sandy bush/scrub to look at which is pretty dull compared to climbing through the alpine region of Victoria where there are actually bends in the road and beautiful scenery with hardly any traffic and certainly no semi-trailers. I would give a special thanks also to Brendan (or Snowy as i have learnt he is called by some of his old mates in the West) and Mad Mick and Marina for all the encouragement and entertainment they gave us.
Mick Day - Malvern, VIC
I'll get on line later this week and do a proper thank you, but just want to say what a great time I had. If ever you need any support riders for weekend stuff don't hesitate to ask. Absolutely loved it and can't wait to hit the nongs on the weekend ... or maybe Baw Baw. Mick
What an excellent four days of cycling! I found the terrain hard, challenging, breathtaking and fantastic! I have learnt a great deal from both the instructor/support riders as well as other cyclists that attended the camp. A special mention to Marina without her massaging skills I wouldn’t have got through the four days. This camp has filled me with confidence as well as providing a clear indication as to where I am and what I need to do to get to the next step! I am intending to make some significant gains upon my return to Buffalo. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, even the pain! We had many laughs at each other, about each other and amongst each other – overall a fantastic time and looking forward to the next time.
Mark Landells - QLD
Well I think I am officially a Bright Boot Camp junky now – this was my third Boot Camp and probably the toughest in terms of the conditions we faced. In spite of this, I just loved my four days in beautiful Bright and the riding was as usual, awesome. This four day camp is something that should be a recurring event in every serious cyclist’s training calendar. In my opinion Bright should be made the cycling Mecca for Australia – true alpine climbs, beautiful mountain scenery and open country roads. David and Jodie have this four day camp nailed for all round organisation, great support riders, very relevant lectures and excellent hospitality… and all this at a very reasonable price. If you are a serious cyclist and want to take your riding to the next level whilst riding with likeminded and motivated people, the Bright Boot Camp is a must do event. See you next year guys… I can’t wait!!
Priscilla Cutter - VIC
As a first time Boot Camper and battling a few post accident demons, my goal was to reach the top of Mt Buffalo. On a new bike and relatively untrained, I attained that goal but only through the perseverance of David & the support mentor and motivator extraordinaire 'Mick' who unleashed my 'inner positive self' and coerced me to finish the last 4kms. I can't express in words the feeling of self confidence that has ebbed back into my riding since. And as added 'gravy' for me was the ride up Towonga Gap the following day, where Jodie discovered my 'third lung' capability and taught me some invaluable one-on one descending skills. Out-take. Complete, with vital warm ups from Matt Brindle and some excellent positive thinking skills from Brendan Rowbotham I will definitely set myself a goal to train for right Jan 2010 with renewed confidence. Thank you, here's to next year.
Lloyd Killmore - VIC
An amazing 4 days on the bike. It is a time to forget about traffic lights and getting to work on time. With full vehicle support, your only focus is on reaching the many summits. A truly challenging and rewarding experience.
Cheers, Lloyd
Bill Bailey - WA
Hi David and Jodie, Thanks for a great 4 day camp - I will remember it for a long time and may well be back on another one. It has changed my view on enjoying climbing while you are actually climbing rather than enjoying the satisfaction at the end of a climb. The difference is climbing in the Perth hills is generally hot with sandy bush/scrub to look at which is pretty dull compared to climbing through the alpine region of Victoria where there are actually bends in the road and beautiful scenery with hardly any traffic and certainly no semi-trailers. I would give a special thanks also to Brendan (or Snowy as i have learnt he is called by some of his old mates in the West) and Mad Mick and Marina for all the encouragement and entertainment they gave us.
Mick Day - Malvern, VIC
I'll get on line later this week and do a proper thank you, but just want to say what a great time I had. If ever you need any support riders for weekend stuff don't hesitate to ask. Absolutely loved it and can't wait to hit the nongs on the weekend ... or maybe Baw Baw. Mick
Bright Boot Camp 2009 another great weekend away - early news release
- Published 11/02/2009
Here are some of the PIX from our recent boot camp. check back in the next few days for a full camp report.
Carey Goodall from Adelaide in group three putting the hammer down on the way to the base of the Mt Hotham climb. He can't wait to get there. Carey took 20 mins off his Buffalo climb from his last camp to post a new personal best. Well done Carey!
Jodie Batchelor smashing out another hill repeat on Mt Hotham with a big smile on her face. Even sprinters can find joy in climbing big climbs.
Mark Landells, Michael Coomans, Bill Bailey, Chris Pennifold and the rest of group two out on the road with Brendan Rowbotham in support.
Kelvin Oldridge and Danny Kah taking a small part of group one up Mt Hotham.
Harry Hanley on his way up the Meg on Mt Hotham seated with Stephan Millet in the background just starting the climb.
Brendan Rowbotham, Chris and Lloyd Killmore and other riders from group one on their way up Mt Buffalo.
Marek Marchewa, Michael Day, Jeff Crosbie, Kelvin Oldridge and some of group one riding into the sky on Mt Hotham (that's cloud not smoke)
Chris Killmore and Kelvin Oldridge carefully descending Mt Hotham with low visibility.
Not all hard riding. Bill Bailey and Jeff Crosbie from WA with friends at our coffee stop on the last day.
36 riders ready for a big 4 days of riding.
Carey Goodall from Adelaide in group three putting the hammer down on the way to the base of the Mt Hotham climb. He can't wait to get there. Carey took 20 mins off his Buffalo climb from his last camp to post a new personal best. Well done Carey!
Jodie Batchelor smashing out another hill repeat on Mt Hotham with a big smile on her face. Even sprinters can find joy in climbing big climbs.
Mark Landells, Michael Coomans, Bill Bailey, Chris Pennifold and the rest of group two out on the road with Brendan Rowbotham in support.
Kelvin Oldridge and Danny Kah taking a small part of group one up Mt Hotham.
Harry Hanley on his way up the Meg on Mt Hotham seated with Stephan Millet in the background just starting the climb.
Brendan Rowbotham, Chris and Lloyd Killmore and other riders from group one on their way up Mt Buffalo.
Marek Marchewa, Michael Day, Jeff Crosbie, Kelvin Oldridge and some of group one riding into the sky on Mt Hotham (that's cloud not smoke)
Chris Killmore and Kelvin Oldridge carefully descending Mt Hotham with low visibility.
Not all hard riding. Bill Bailey and Jeff Crosbie from WA with friends at our coffee stop on the last day.
New profiles released!
- Published 2/10/2008
We have partnered with Cycling Profiles to bring you detailed profiles and course routes for all four days of the Bright Boot Camp.
New shorter rides introduced this year
- Published 20/06/2008
There is no doubt that the full four days of the Bright Boot Camp are tough. Keeping this in mind we are now offering shorted rides for those that want to experience the fantastic ambience that the Bright Alpine region has to offer without having to totally commit to the four big days. Every day is flexible so you can now tailor your Bright Boot Camp experience as you ride. It's also great if you plan to bring your family or partner up with you. Now you can customise your Bright Boot Camp to fit your family time commitments and differing fitness levels between you and your partner. What's more is that you won't be riding alone.
You'll still have on road support and be riding with people of similar ability!
