We have firmed up the lectures for the Nov 2008. I'll be covering informative sessions on bike skills including cornering and descending, getting the best out of your HR monitor and insight into how we construct our race winning coaching programs. Marcus Speed will be joining us this year to talk about strength training for cycling - David Heatley.

The Bright Boot November and February camps are steadily filling. The accommodation options for the Nov 2008 camp is almost full. We do however still have places left if you wish to arrange your own accommodation. 

Congratulations to Sharon Laws who was a support rider at our Bright Boot Camp in January 2008. Sharon was selected for the Women's Olympic Road Race for the British team and rode in support of her team mate Nicole Cooke who won the Gold medal! Sharon finished 35th 0.53 behind the winner, (there were 66 starters and 62 finishers).

Those that watched the race would have seen Sharon on or near the front until the breaks occurred on the last lap. Unfortunately Sharon as involved in a crash about 48km to the finish, and just a few minutes after the favourites move to the front. This was the same crash where the Korean rider fell into the ditch and took the other riders down.

Sharon has had an amazing year. In January she participated in the Australian road championships and came 2nd which was only her eighth bike race.  In June she broke her ankle (fibula) in a training accident and there was concern she would not be able to take her place in the team.

Congratulations Sharon.

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!