Gravel Race Support Weekend: Wörthersee Gravel 12.04.206
One weekend of gravel riding, race-prep coaching and fun in the shadow of the Lake Wörthersee event.
Prepare together, Race Confident
Your first gravel race or aiming for a faster one — either way, you don’t have to do it alone. Our ciaocycling Gravel Race Support is a weekend of guidance, community, and on-site support at the Wörthersee Gravel Race 2026. We’re with you through every step: from a detailed pre-event webinar that covers nutrition, pacing, and gear setup to hands-on support during race weekend in Velden am Wörthersee.
The focus is simple: arrive prepared, race with confidence, and enjoy the atmosphere of the UCI Gravel World Series together with a motivated group of riders. Whether you’re joining the Women’s Support stream for your first race experience or the Performance stream to refine your technique and pacing, you’ll benefit from expert coaching, structured guidance, and a strong sense of team spirit — all in one unforgettable weekend.
Location
Velden am Wörthersee
Language
Women’s: 🇩🇪
Performance: 🇬🇧
Event type
Race support
Dates
12.04.2026
Price
129€ p.P.
What past guests say
“The camp was such a wonderful experience; I couldn’t have imagined anything better. The tours were perfectly tailored to the group’s ability, and we were able to explore the beautiful landscape on remote trails.”
Chrisi
Participant 2025 Camp
Why Join
Your first gravel race can be exciting — and a little intimidating. What to pack? How to fuel? What’s the best pacing strategy? Or maybe you already have experience but want to push your performance with expert insight.
That’s where we come in. This program offers two tailored support streams:
-
Women’s Gravel Race Support: build confidence, get clarity, and share the start line with a supportive group of women.
-
Performance Gravel Race Support: fine-tune your race setup, technique, and pacing with hands-on input from David van Orsdel, our gravel performance coach.
No matter your level, you’ll gain the knowledge, structure, and motivation to make your race day your best yet.
Your Benefits
- Arrive at the start line calm, confident, and well-prepared
- Answers to all your gear, nutrition & pacing questions
- A supportive community and experienced coaching team
- Small groups and personal attention throughout
- Share an inspiring weekend with passionate gravel riders
Who It’s For
Women’s Stream:
Women riding their first gravel race, or anyone who prefers to start with a supportive group and expert guidance.
Performance Stream:
Riders (women & men) with race or gravel experience who want to improve their performance, fine-tune technique, and gain an edge for the Wörthersee Gravel Race.
Your Hosts
David Van Orsdel
Coach, bike fitter and UCI Elite Gravel World athlete.
Speaks: English, Italian, Spanish, French
Carola Skarabela
ciaocycling co-founder, guide and vegan nutritionist
Speaks: German, Italian, English
Carolina Diana Rossi
ciaocycling co-founder, guide and eating psychology expert
Speaks: Italian, German, English, Spanish
Day to Day Plan
From your living room to the start line — we’ll guide you step by step with a pre-race webinar and full weekend support at Lake Wörthersee.
Pre-Race Webinar (60 min)
Get ready with our expert preparation session covering:
- Nutrition before, during, and after the race (with partner discount on Sportbenzin products)
- Pacing strategies and race-day routine
- Equipment setup, tire choice, and packing checklist
- Mental prep and visualization tips
You’ll also receive your personal info PDF with checklist, nutrition guide, and race-day plan — your go-to resource leading up to the weekend.
Saturday – Pre-Race Day (11.04)
- Group pickup of race numbers
- Recovery & mobility session (stretching, rollout, relaxation)
- Technique session (Performance) / confidence ride (Women’s)
- Q&A and final race tips
- Optional group dinner (self-pay)
Sunday – Race Day (12.04)
- Group warm-up and start together
- Motivation and team support right up to the start block
- Meeting point after finish for debrief, group photo, and celebration
Inclusions
- Pre-Race Webinar (60 min) – expert session on nutrition, pacing, equipment, and mental preparation
- Personal Info PDF – checklist, nutrition guide, and race-day plan
- Support on Saturday & Sunday – group race-number pickup, recovery & technique sessions, Q&A, and race-day support
- Coaching & Guidance from the ciaocycling team and David van Orsdel
- Group Warm-up & Start – motivation and team spirit before the race
- Post-Race Meetup & Debrief – group photo and celebration
- Partner Discounts – e.g., Sportbenzin and selected gear partners
- Race entry fee (discount available through Ciao Cycling)
- Accommodation and meals (participants book individually)
- Travel to/from Velden am Wörthersee
- Personal insurance, bike repairs, or spare parts
- Optional upgrades (Individual Race Check / Technique Check + €79 each)
Questions? Be Our Guest!
Who can join this program?
The Support Weekend is open to all riders!
The Women’s Stream is designed for women riding their first gravel race or anyone looking for confidence and structure in a supportive group.
The Performance Stream welcomes women and men with race or gravel experience who want to refine their technique, pacing, and setup for better performance.
Do I need to book accommodation myself?
Yes. Accommodation and meals are not included in the package, but we’ll recommend bike-friendly hotels in Velden am Wörthersee close to the event area so everyone stays nearby.
Is the race entry fee included?
No, the race entry is not included, but you’ll receive a discount code for the Wörthersee Gravel Race through ciaocycling. More info on the full event on the official website.
How do I join the pre-race webinar?
You’ll receive a link and info pack by email about one week before the event. The webinar lasts about 60 minutes and includes Q&A time at the end.
What level of fitness or experience do I need?
Both streams are designed for intermediate-level cyclists with basic gravel handling skills. If you’ve done road or gravel rides of 2–4 hours before, you’ll fit right in.
Can I come with friends or my partner?
Absolutely. You can register together, even if you’re in different streams (Women’s or Performance). Many riders come with friends — it makes the weekend even better!
Is this a race camp or race entry package?
This is a support weekend, not a training camp or all-inclusive race package. You’ll receive expert preparation and on-site guidance, but you book your own accommodation and race entry.
Dates & Availability
Base Package
-
Pre-race webinar (60 min)
-
Info PDF (checklist + nutrition + race-day plan)
-
Saturday & Sunday support on-site
€129
Upgrades
Individual Race Check – 30-min 1:1 coaching call incl. personalized nutrition strategy
€79
Technique Check – 30-min session in English with David van Orsdel
€79
What past guests say
“The planned rides were excellently organized: varied, scenically impressive, and technically tailored to be both challenging and manageable – ideal for anyone looking to improve their gravel skills or simply experience a few unforgettable days on the bike.”
Lara
Participant 2025 Women’s Camp
Check all of our Google Reviews here
English 
Deutsch