Paris-Roubaix - the most famous of the cobbled classics, and its sportive counterpart, the Paris-Roubaix Challenge, for those that want to ride the same pavé as the pros. A legendary race which has run for over 100 years and should be on the bucket list for every cyclist.
With Team EF Coaching you will have the opportunity to partake in a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Participants will enjoy three days of professional-level course reconnaissance, supported by staff from our EF Pro Cycling team, before racing in a sportive event on the famous cobbles.
Additionally, guests will receive a VIP experience for the World Tour race, making this an unparalleled adventure with packages starting from $4,950.
Team EF Coaching Pro Race camps run alongside the races of our WorldTour team, EF Education-EasyPost, and as such benefit from all the support you would expect as a pro athlete, whatever your level.
We start each day with a Veloviewer briefing on the route, as well as covering strategy and tips for the different sectors and the race overall.
Our daily training rides on reconnaissance routes curated by the team are structured to deliver the best results from your pre-race training, with pro coaches beside you every pedal stroke to help work on your technique, form and fueling.
Benefit from pre and post-ride treatments and meals, including revitalizing massages to get you in the pro mindset and sports nutrition from Amacx.
You can even rent one or buy of our Cannondale SuperSix team bikes for the full pro setup.
On-hand mechanics, vehicles and soigneurs just like the pros and of course the chance to meet the team at the race.
It all adds up to a sportive and race experience that is simply unobtainable anywhere else.
Immerse yourself in the race day action with our hotel conveniently located near the pro race and sportive finish lines, offering easy access to the cobbled sectors you'll ride each day.
Mercure Lille Aeroport has facilities including a sauna and and fitness area, as well as bars and restaurants. The hotel also features secure bike storage and parking, ensuring both convenience and peace of mind.
Indulge in daily buffet breakfasts, lunches, and dinners keep you well-fueled for your rides with a variety of delicious options.
The Paris-Roubaix Challenge offers amateur cyclists the possibility of getting as close as possible to a legendary professional race: Paris-Roubaix.
Just a few hours before the pro riders, amateurs from around the globe will get to test their mettle against the legend of the Hell of the North and its fabled cobbled sectors, including the Carrefour de l'Arbre and the Trouée d'Arenberg.
There are three increasingly difficult routes on offer, covering distances from 70km, 145km or 170km*.
Find out more about the Paris-Roubaix Challenge here - https://www.parisroubaixchallenge.com/en/
As well as in depth training rides on key sectors of the race and a roadbook that fully prepares you for the sportives, our coaches will prepare a training and nutrition plan for you plus start and finish line support on the day.
* Actual distances may change closer to the event date depending on organiser
The Hell of the North is one of the oldest classics races and one of the five Monuments of cycling, along with Ronde Van Vlaanderen, Milan-San Remo, Liège-Bastogne-Liège and Il Lombardia. This race is won only by the hardest of cyclists as it takes in over 50km of cobbled pavé sectors which are as tough to ride as they are spectacular to watch. The atmosphere at this race is like no other, especially on the Arenberg where thousands of fans line the toughest part of the course.
With Team EF Coaching you'll be taken to the best viewing spots to see the race action, have exclusive access to the team and enjoy a Paris Roubaix experience you won't forget.
Rider's companions will be able to explore the Lille region and countryside as well as enjoying easy access to the sportive and WorldTour race start and finish. With the hotel close to the railway station you can also easily travel to Bruges, Brussels and Paris, there's plenty to experience in all directions, on and off the bike.
How fit do I need to be?
There's no hard 'minimum standard' of fitness on our Pro Race Camps but you should be fit enough to complete the race event within the time cut-off and to be comfortable on our recon rides we would suggest that being able to sustain 25-30kph on flat terrain in a group is best. On hills or other technical sectors we tend to take them at our own pace and regroup at the end. Our support vehicle is always on hand to help. This is a performance camp where our coaches and support staff are dedicated to helping you get the best result and experience on race day.
Where will I be in the sportive start grid?
The Paris Roubaix Challenge sportive isn't a 'race' as such and the start grid is open for several hours, we recommend starting as early as possible to avoid crowds on the cobbled climbs as these can get busy enough that you have to get off your bike.
When should I arrive?
Our camps start first thing on day one, ideally you should have your bike and kit ready to go at this point however we understand travel times may not always fit with this. We've included the accommodation for night before in order to make sure you get the most out of the camp.
When do I depart?
As above, we understand logistics may not always work perfectly with timing but we suggest you plan to leave on the Monday after the camp, we will support you with transfers to major airports and stations nearby.
Our experience starts from $4,950 USD per person for solo occupancy of a room and varies depending only on any extras you may have booked. Additional non-riding guests can join for $2,150 USD.
*Booking for main guests on link, additional non-riding guests can be added after booking, other extras can be added after booking.