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Big rides don\u2019t happen by accident. They\u2019re built week by week, block by block and this year, we\u2019ve partnered with Colab Cycle Coaching<\/a><\/strong> to help you train smarter for the Mudgee Classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed specifically for our Maxi <\/strong>and Challenge <\/strong>Gran Fondo courses, this free 12-week training plan<\/strong><\/a> gives you clear structure, purpose, and confidence as you build toward event day without the guesswork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consistency beats intensity<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s tempting to jump straight to the final week and picture yourself rolling into Church Street, but strong rides are built long before that moment. Colab’s 12-week plan is carefully structured into three manageable blocks<\/strong>, each designed to help you build fitness gradually and consistently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest mistakes riders make early in a training block is doing too much, too soon. This plan prioritises steady progress<\/strong>. Recovery is built in. Easier weeks are intentional. And effort is guided so you know when to push, and when to back off!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the plan officially kicks off 12 weeks out, it\u2019s also a valuable guide at any point in your preparation. Jump in early to build steadily, or pick it up closer to event day to sharpen your focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ready to train with purpose?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Your ride just got a whole lot smarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Download <\/strong>your free 12-week Mudgee Classic training plan<\/a><\/strong>
\ud83d\udc49 Choose your course: Maxi (170km) <\/a>or Challenge (120km)<\/a><\/strong>
\ud83d\udc49 Start building toward your strongest Mudgee yet<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See you on the start line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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