{"id":2195,"date":"2018-01-28T05:34:22","date_gmt":"2018-01-27T18:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/clare\/2018\/01\/28\/countdown-clare-focus-accommodation-training-bike-preparation\/"},"modified":"2025-03-21T00:15:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T13:15:57","slug":"countdown-clare-focus-accommodation-training-bike-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/clare\/2018\/01\/28\/countdown-clare-focus-accommodation-training-bike-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"Countdown To Clare: Focus On Accommodation, Training & Bike Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"

So you\u2019ve registered to ride the Clare Classic<\/a><\/strong> or are seriously considering signing up and riding the April 8 event \u2026 but what comes next?<\/p>\n

There are many aspects to consider before a Gran Fondo, especially one being held in the stunning Clare Valley – a standout destination even without the added bonus of the world-class cycling.<\/p>\n

To keep things simple here are the three main factors you need to focus upon as the Clare Classic draws near.<\/p>\n

1 – Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located 130km from Adelaide, riders will have the choice of spending the weekend in the stunning Clare Valley or driving up on the day. With start times from 8:30am on Sunday April 8, making the day trip from Adelaide will be an option for some.<\/p>\n

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The Kilikanoon vineyard and cellar door, one of the absolute must-see highlights of the Clare Valley region.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But if you’re planning to spend several days and nights in the Clare Valley (highly recommended by us!) it\u2019s important to book your accommodation as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<\/p>\n

For local accommodation options speak with the specialists at the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre. You can phone them on 08 88422131 or visit www.clarevalley.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n

There’s also limited availability on AirBnB – search Clare Valley at www.airbnb.com.au<\/a> for more.<\/p>\n

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Planning to spend the weekend in Clare? You’ll need to secure your accommodation as soon as possible!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2 – Fitness & Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n

The second major factor you need to consider is your fitness and personal preparation for the event. With two months to go there\u2019s still plenty of time to be building your base and getting some kilometres into the legs.<\/p>\n

Clare Classic Training Partners MegaSpin ( 187 Rundle Street Adelaide )\u00a0 are experts in all things training and bike fitness – they offer spin classes in their Adelaide CBD store and also lead several shop rides each week. Contact Claud or Roxanne on 08 8223 3315 or visit www.megabike.com.au<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t