| ADVANCED BASE CAMP 2008 - FAQ
- Who is this camp open to?
- This camp is open to intermediate* half Ironman/Ironman athletes and pure cyclists who are looking for a challenging week of training in a beautiful part of the world.
- (* Approx 6 hrs and under for an Ironman bike split.)
- We also welcome pure cyclists as cycling is the focus of each day. Please check the itinerary, or email our camp director, to see if the camp would be right for you. There will be 2 cycling groups each day, to cater for all athletes.
- When does registration open?
- September 1, 2007.
- Where is the camp headquarters?
- The Meadowlark Inn is the camp headquarters.
- Is there a bike shop in the area?
- Yes, Dr J's bike shop is 5.5 miles from the Meadowlark Inn in Buellton.
- Dr. J’s Bicycle Shop
- 225 McMurray Road, Unit E.
- Buellton, CA 93427
- Phone: (805) 688-6263
- Open Monday - Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM
- Open Sundays 12 PM to 5 PM
- Can I ship my bike to the Meadowlark Inn?
- Yes! Please state that you are with the Spring Fling Camp
- Address:
- Meadowlark Inn,
- 2644 Mission Drive,
- Solvang, CA 93463
- Phone: (805) 688-4631
- Is there Laundry available during the camp week?
- Yes! Some of our lucky camp staff will be doing the camp laundry during the week. The camp will supply a small washing bag for each athlete and your laundry will be washed in the bag supplied. There is enough room in the bag for a couple of pairs of cycling shorts and jerseys and some socks. Our goal is to help you out with your training clothes. Alternatively there is a Laundromat in Buellton 5.5 miles away from the Meadowlark Inn.
- How many pairs of bike shorts should I bring?
- If you have a pair for each day, then great! If not, laundry is available.
- I have special dietary requirements; will that pose a problem with the evening meals?
- We will do our best to cater to you, please email the camp director to explain your needs prior to the camp starting!
- I am a pure cyclist, is the camp suitable for me?
- Yes! The camp is a cycling specific multisport camp. We are riding each day and there will be options built into the itinerary for extra rides while the multisport athletes choose to run.
- When do I receive my camp cycling jersey?
- The camp cycling jerseys will be issued during the introductory meeting on the first evening.
- What times are airport shuttles available for pick up from Santa Barbara Airport and drop off after the camp?
- We are able to offer airport shuttles to and from Solvang at set times listed below for $30 round trip payable in advance. PLEASE TAKE OUR SHUTTLE TIMES INTO ACCOUNT BEFORE BOOKING YOUR FLIGHT if you are choosing to take one of our shuttles!
- Pick-up day: Monday March 31st, 2008 Please note that the camp officially starts at 4pm on this day with a run. (If you would like to arrive on Sunday March 30th, we are able to offer airport shuttle pick ups in the afternoon by prior arrangement.)
- Pick up times at Santa Barbara Airport:
- 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm
- Departure day: Sunday April 6th, 2008
- Please allow 50 minute for the drive plus check in time at the airport – 90mins is normally fine for domestic flights departing Santa Barbara.
- 9am, 10:30am, Noon
- Is there a commercial airport shuttle service to Solvang?
- www.superride.net or: 1-800-977-1123. They charge $80 one way plus an additional fee for your bike.
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