Eaglet Program 3.0 · Session 3｜Real-World Riding

Training Camp 📍 Holzkirchen Bahnhof Fahrradabstellanlage, Bahnhofpl. 9, 83607 Holzkirchen

Eaglet Program 3.0, Session 3. Goal: ride long distances independently.

This is the third of three sessions. Each session needs its own registration. Session 1｜Basics & Safety → August 15 (Saturday) Session 2｜Group Riding Skills → August 22 (Saturday)

The final session takes everything from the first two and puts it on a real route: long climbs, long descents, fuel stops, pacing. We’ve also invited a few experienced ACC riders and pros to share what they’ve learned.

Completing Sessions 1 and 2 first is recommended, but equivalent group-riding experience also works.


Time	August 29, 2026 (Saturday) · departure 9:30 AM
Meeting point	Holzkirchen Bahnhof Fahrradabstellanlage, Bahnhofpl. 9, 83607 Holzkirchen
Distance / Intensity	60–90 km, with a long climb and a long descent, led by a guide throughout
Route	View on Komoot
Course fee	ACC members free · non-member students 10 € · non-member non-students 15 €
Notes	Helmet required; please bring plenty of water and snacks, a spare tube, and basic tools

In case of bad weather, the session may move to Sunday. We will notify participants in time.

What’s covered

Part 1: Long-distance riding experience

Shared by experienced ACC guides and pro riders:

Preparing for 100 km+: base fitness, route research, time budgeting
Pacing: avoiding a fast start that leaves you cooked in the second half
Fueling strategy: rhythm and stop planning for long distances
Reading the weather: what to check before you leave and how to adapt on the road
Bike packing

Part 2: Bike maintenance (hands-on)

Everyone should know: cleaning and lubing the chain, checking for wear

Basic repairs: tube replacement, rear derailleur fine-tuning, electronic shifting adjustment, how limit screws work (for understanding, not adjustment), brake checks

Part 3: Gear session

Bike computers, power meters, lights, radar units, bike-packing gear, rain gear, winter gear.

Part 4: Practice ride (60–90 km)

Includes group riding, a long climb, a long descent, and fuel stops, with each participant optionally getting a turn leading the group.

Part 5: Wrap-up

Course recap, Q&A, shared experiences, recommendations for continuing to train.

After completing the program

Receive your ACC Eaglet Program completion
Recommended for joining official ACC group rides

Pre-session reading

Registration notes

Please register with your real name via the RSVP form at the bottom of this page. Real-name registration through the website protects your insurance coverage and helps us plan coaching and group sizes. Saying you’ll join on Telegram or WeChat does not count as registration.

To join, you’ll need:

A road bike in working order — please run your own ABC check before the ride
Helmet required
The ability to ride 60 km continuously
Completing Sessions 1 and 2 first is recommended, but equivalent group-riding experience also works

Safety note: cycling carries inherent risk. The session covers safety practices systematically and is led by a guide throughout, but every participant is responsible for judging their own ability and staying safe.