May 6, 2004 – National DH projects are open to all Jr. Expert and Sr. Elite athletes. These projects are geared towards helping develop high-performance athletes achieve their goals and commitments to DH & Biker Cross disciplines. The CCA is very committed to identifying the talent base in Canada and will continue to do so through the National DH & Biker Cross projects. This year Chris Colbeck will be working towards preparing athletes to focus and deal with the pressure and stress of competing at the World Championships. Prior to competition, athletes will be given the tools needed to develop and refine the mental, technical and nutritional training and preparation vital for competing at this level.
Although projects are open to all Jr. Expert and Sr. Elite athletes only a few will be selected to represent Canada at the World Championships this year. (See selection criteria under National Team on the CCA website). In 2003 we had a great amount of success with our projects, and with your involvement and participation we can continue this success in the coming years. Please sign up by contacting Chris Colbeck ASAP, as space is limited.Contact info:National Downhill & Bikercross Projects Coordinator Chriscolbeck@stormbc.com Office: 604 905 2453 Mobile: 604 932 0809
Project locations & details
*Eastern Canada Location: Bromont, Quebec. Date:May 13 – 16, 2004 Coaches: Chris Colbeck & Ian Hughes Accommodation:Available at the Bromont Cycling Center Fee: $60. Bromont Cycling Center members $80. Non-members Sign up Dead Line: May 10, 2004 Objectives: Prepare athletes for the first two Canada Cup races Individual training for mental, technical and tactical preparations used before, during and after races. Discuss individual needs with a certified nutritionist All athletes are recommended to arrive the evening of May 13th. Please notify me if this presents a problem. Project locations & details
*Western Canada Location:Whistler, BC. Date:June 4, 5, 6, 2004 Coaches:Chris Colbeck & Guest Coach TBA Accommodation:Available by request. Fee:$80. Sign up Dead Line:May 31, 2004 Objectives: Individual training for mental, technical and tactical preparations used before, during and after races. Timed sections w/ Video. Suspension set up and fine-tuning. Training your leg & pedaling speed *World Cup Support Projects World Cup XC #6 DH/4X #5 Location:Calgary, Alberta. COP Date:July 1 – 4, 2004 Staff:Chris Colbeck & Mike Rothdram
World Championships Location:LesGet, France. Date:September 1 – 12, 2004 Staff:Chris Colbeck & Mike Rothdram By Invitation:*National Team Only
World Cup Finals Location:Livigno, Italy. Date:September 13 – 19, 2004 Staff:Chris Colbeck & Mike Rothdram Support projects will cover mental, technical, tactical and mechanical support where needed. More information will be available on all World Cup projects soon.