On Thursday, July 16, 2009, Bahati Racing and Cannondale will host its first Ultimate Pro-Tour Cycling Experience camp. This four-day training camp led by the 2008 National Criterium Pro Cyclist, Rahsaan Bahati, provides professional riding instruction, as well as guidance for strength training, racing tactics and skills, sports nutrition, recovery, and time and energy management.

The Pro Cycling Experience will include: fully supported rides with support bicycles provided by Cannondale, support vehicles to keep cyclists safe; on-staff mechanics to keep bikes cleaned and tuned; on-staff masseurs to provide daily massages for peak performance and optimal recovery; a professional bike fit to ensure bicycles are custom fit to individual riders; chiropractic adjustments to keep everyone fine-tuned physically; daily lectures and skills clinics to educate participates on best practices; and, ride appropriate nutrition lessons to inform athletes of how to get the most out of their daily food and beverage intake.

The most diversified cycling camp offered in the United States, Bahati’s Pro Cycling Experience is expected to reach world-class and upcoming athletes from a pool of more than 70 million cyclists nationwide.

Participants will enjoy first-class accommodations at the Renaissance Club Sport Resort in Alisa Viejo, CA. Designed for the fitness-minded individual, this resort offers an impressive array of amenities structured to cater to an event such as the Pro Cycling Experience training camp. The extensive full-service workout facility, rejuvenating day spa, and top-rated restaurants and guest rooms provide a one-of-a-kind experience for club members and visiting travelers.

The four-day Bahati Pro-Training Cycling Experience presented by Cannondale includes all activities and accommodations mentioned above for $1,400. Food and beverages are also included, with the exception of alcohol. Camp begins on Thursday, July 16th at 1:30 pm with hotel check-in and bike set-up. Once acclimated, the intense weekend of lectures, rides, and activities begins. Saturday’s scheduled activities include a fundraiser charity ride with celebrities from 8:30am to 1:30pm. Camp concludes on Sunday, July 19th with a dinner and awards ceremony at 6:00 pm.

“We anticipate a tremendous turn-out,” commented Rahsaan Bahati. “Although this is my first self-directed camp, I have participated in cycling camps all over the United States. I am excited about the opportunity to fine tune and enhance the skills of the riding community, which is very close to my heart. I look forward to the success of this camp and the ongoing efforts of Bahati Racing in developing highly skilled and knowledgeable cycling athletes.”

Rahsaan Bahati was introduced to cycling at the age of 12 years old. His 7th grade teacher Reggie Gorman convinced Bahati’s parents to allow him to take a cycling class to help him expend his exorbitant energy. The cycling class was held at the Olympic Veldrome in Carson, California, where the 1984 track Olympics were held. Soon, Bahati was racing at the National Junior level.

In 1996, just six months after being enrolled in the after school program, Bahati advanced to the Jr. Track Nationals in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He brought home four medals, three silver and one bronze. Bahati was also named a National team member for five consecutive years. He won more than 80 races from 1998-2000, including Elite Crit championships; Junior Road and Crit championships; and, two National track championships. After a successful 2000 season, Bahati decided to further his education, enrolling in Indiana University where he studied Telecommunications and African-American Literacy. 3

After college, Bahati returned to the professional cycling circuit, winning 13 additional races, including the CSC Innovational in 2007, the Manhattan Beach GP and 2008 winning the USPro Criterium National Championships.

For more information about the Bahati Pro-Training Cycling Experience, and how to register, please visit the Bahati Racing website at www.bahatiracing.com.