Upcoming events.
Group Ride: Ahwatukee
Join Desert Endurance Racing for an upcoming group ride that explores the bike-friendly roads around Ahwatukee! This ride is designed to challenge your hill-climbing skills while throwing in plenty of flat/downhill sections for fun.
Sunday, April 6th @0700
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be wheels down by 0700
We will meet in the Park and Ride lot located at 40th Street & E. Cottonwood Ln. (See map pin)
Route
This no-drop ride will cover approximately 50 miles, starting on the Pecos Path and winding through the streets of Ahwatukee. There will be an optional climb to Promontory Point and the route will take up past a Frank Lloyd Wright Home! The route is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, with several rest/water stops along the way to refuel and regroup.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• A well-maintained bicycle
• A helmet (mandatory)
• A rear, flashing red light (mandatory)
• Water bottles and snacks (mandatory)
• Appropriate cycling attire
• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended
• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!
POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com
Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BvGJNMgR1/
Coach Call Webinar: What is Your Why?
This is your chance to meet other Desert Endurance Racing Team members and motivate each other by sharing your why!
Google Meets Link: https://meet.google.com/nza-zruh-hhc
Open Water Swim @ Lake Pleasant
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a chance to cool off with an open water swim that explores the beautiful Lake Pleasant Regional Park waters. This swim is designed to provide a safe and fun way to get some OWS while cooling off from the summer heat.
Sunday, May 4th @0800
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0800
We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)
Route
This will be an out-and-back swim of approximately 1-hour (distance is determined by your pace)
To ensure a safe and enjoyable swim, please come prepared with the following:
• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)
• A safety swim buoy (mandatory)
• Swim goggles with defog are highly recommended
• Appropriate swimming attire
• A wetsuit if you desire (water temps updated closer to the day)
• Sunscreen and sturdy shore shoes (that can get wet) are highly recommended
POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com
Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DxZTTxF8Y/
Coach Call Webinar: Planning Your Race Season
We'll discuss race selection, training and preparing for the race and navigating post-race, with plenty of time for questions at the end!
Google Meets Link: https://meet.google.com/kiw-yqzy-gkk
Gravel Ride @ Castle Creek Wilderness
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a chance to ride gravel or mountain bike through the beautiful surroundings of Lake Pleasant. This ride is designed to test your hill-climbing while enjoying the Castle Creek Wilderness.
Sunday, June 1st @0800
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be wheels down by 0800
We will meet in the gravel parking lot located directly west of the LPRP North Gate entrance (See map pin)
Route
This no-drop ride will cover an approximately 24 mile loop, starting on Castle Hot Springs Road, connecting to Champie Rd. and returning via Cow Creek Rd. This route follows a jeep road through the Castle Creek Wilderness, passing by the hot springs resort and possible views of the wild burros! The route is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, with several rest/photo stops along the way to refuel and regroup.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• A well-maintained bicycle
• A helmet (mandatory)
• Water bottles and snacks (mandatory)
• Appropriate cycling attire
• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended
• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!
POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com
Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/1A8drtTSkc/
Intro to Swimrun
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a swimrun adventure that explores the waters and hills of Lake Pleasant Regional Park! This swimrun is designed to provide an intro into the new-emerging sport of swimrun.
Sunday, June 22nd @0800
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and prepare to be feet wet by 0800
We will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms at the Castle Creek (North) Boat Ramp (See map pin)
There is a $7.00 entry fee
Route
This no-drop swimrun will take a varying route depending on water levels and boat traffic. The swim portions will be 10-15 minutes long and the run portions will be 15-20 minutes long. There is no designated route - that's the fun of swimrun!
To ensure a safe and enjoyable ride, please come prepared with the following:
• Safety swim buoy (mandatory)
• A brightly colored swim cap (mandatory)
• Swim goggles with defog
• Trail running shoes you don't mind getting wet
• Socks that prevent blistering and debris from entering
• Optional pull buoy that can be attached to you somehow
• Optional paddles to help you pull
• A way of carrying water and fuel (dry bag safety buoy is perfect)
• Depending on water temperature, a wetsuit you can run in
• Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended
• A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!
POC Kelly: 303-941-4721 or coachkelly@azdesertendurance.com
Event Link to RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/18o7eZTzcK/
DER Group Ride
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a spring long ride!
TT bikes are ok if proper spacing is observed. Absolutely no drafting with a TT bike!
This is a 46-mile (1200’ gain), no-drop ride that starts in Scottdale on McKellips Rd. We will ride up the Beeline, travel around Fountain Hills, head back down the Beeline, and make a tour through Salt River before heading back to the start.
ROUTE SUBJECT TO CHANGE – stay tuned for updates as the event gets closer.
GPX link: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/332082512
We will be meeting in South/East corner of the Casino Arizona parking lot (closest to 92nd street & McKellips)
Helmets and taillights are required.
At least 2 water bottles – there will be water refill stops at (approx.) miles 17, 43, and 55.
Any nutrition products you need for approximately 5 hours of riding.
Remember to use AZ Desert Endurance sponsor discounts to save on gear!
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/15Jq9uc65i/
Swimrun
Join Desert Endurance Racing for an intro to Swimrun adventure!
Have you ever wanted to give Swimrun a try?
This trail-running-open water swimming-adventure will test your endurance and give you a super fun new sport! Learn more about Swimrun here: https://lowtideboyz.com/swimrun
We will be meeting at Lake Pleasant (exact location TBD based on water levels). There is a $7.00 day use fee for this park.
Equipment needed:
Safety swim buoy
Trail running shoes you don't mind getting wet
Socks that prevent blistering and debris from entering
Optional pull buoy that can be attached to you somehow
Optional paddles to help you pull
Brightly colored swim cap and goggles
A way of carrying water and fuel (dry bag safety buoy is perfect)
Depending on water temperature, a wetsuit you can run in
Remember to use AZ Desert Endurance sponsor discounts at Zone3 and Finis to save on all that gear.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/14bT4PDwkQ/
Trail Run @ South Mountain
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a crisp morning trail run!
This 5.5 mile, rolling trail run will follow the Desert Classic Trail.
GPX link: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/321921339
We will be meeting in the Pima Canyon Trail Head by the restrooms
Equipment needed:
Trail Running Shoes
Water
Remember to use AZ Desert Endurance sponsor discounts Sole Sports to save on gear!
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1JdC86UmNr/
Strength Training for Endurance Sports
Join Desert Endurance Racing for strength training designed especially for endurance athletes!
Strength training will be in the form of a NSCA-CPT guided Circuit, EMOM, AMRAP or TABATA style workout comprising of exercises that are meant to enhance your swim/bike/run! Whether you are training on trail or road, these strength exercises will help you boost your performance and become stronger and faster!
Bring some water, a towel and a yoga mat if you have one (I’ll have a few available to borrow.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AVzV8QS7x/
Swimrun
Join Desert Endurance Racing for an intro to Swimrun adventure!
Have you ever wanted to give Swimrun a try?
This trail-running-open water swimming-adventure will test your endurance and give you a super fun new sport! Learn more about Swimrun here: https://lowtideboyz.com/swimrun
We will be meeting at Lake Pleasant (exact location TBD based on water levels). There is a $7.00 day use fee for this park.
Equipment needed:
Safety swim buoy
Trail running shoes you don't mind getting wet
Socks that prevent blistering and debris from entering
Optional pull buoy that can be attached to you somehow
Optional paddles to help you pull
Brightly colored swim cap and goggles
A way of carrying water and fuel (dry bag safety buoy is perfect)
Depending on water temperature, a wetsuit you can run in
Remember to use AZ Desert Endurance sponsor discounts at Zone3 and Finis to save on all that gear.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/17yWCzVekd/
Strength Training for Endurance Sports
Join Desert Endurance Racing for strength training designed especially for endurance athletes!
Strength training will be in the form of a NSCA-CPT guided Circuit, EMOM, AMRAP or TABATA style workout comprising of exercises that are meant to enhance your swim/bike/run! Whether you are training on trail or road, these strength exercises will help you boost your performance and become stronger and faster!
Bring some water, a towel and a yoga mat if you have one (I’ll have a few available to borrow.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EvFKZPbg2/
Open Water Swim
Join Desert Endurance Racing for a cold-water Open Water Swim!
This will be an out-and-back swim of approximately one hour, and distance is up to you.
I do require a brightly colored swim cap (I have several for you to choose from if you don’t have one) and a swim buoy (can be purchased at Zone 3 or Finis at a discount using DER discount codes!).
There is a $7 fee to enter the regional park.
Water temperatures are likely to be cold (50s-60s), so wetsuits, booties/gloves and a hoodie are recommended but not mandatory (can be purchased at Zone3 using DER discount code!) I will update with a more accurate water temperature as we get closer to the event, and if you would like to carpool, please reach out ahead of time.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/15kKdURHLu/
Gravel Ride @ Castle Creek
Bring your gravel or mountain bike and explore some of the wilderness surrounding Lake Pleasant!
Route will be jeep roads and very much non-technical. Bring plenty of water and food for the duration of the ride, as there will not be any place to refill while out. Helmets are required.
Route TBD, but will be around 25 miles.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/fwsBKjAupSzDS2zm/
Coach Webinar: Strength Training for the Endurance Athlete
Strength Training is SO IMPORTANT to include in your endurance sports training!
Log in to hear Coach Kelly explain why, define what ST looks like for an endurance athlete, and leave you with a general guideline for structuring your own ST regimen. Anyone is welcome to join!
Webinar Link: https://meet.google.com/tja-aytj-sbz
DER @ Ironman Arizona
AZDE will be onsite providing coaching support, motivation, answers to last minute questions, as well as providing a place for your sherpas to chill while you are out crushing it! I will have water and snacks, plenty of shade and chairs. I should be located right along the run course, but location may change based on Ironman’s decision on where to put us.
A lot of events happening the week of Ironman Arizona! I will keep the events page (link below) updated as I get more info! Hope to see you out there!
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/Z595thAVQ7Hagvd3/
Swimrun @ Lake Pleasant
Want to give Swimrun a try? This trail running and swimming adventure will test your endurance and give you a super fun new sport to do! (learn more here: https://swimrun.com/)
We will be meeting at the Lakeview Day Use Area at Lake Pleasant ($7.00 entry fee) where we will start our adventure with a short trail run to the water where we will do a short .5 mi out and back swim.
From here you have 2 choices. Keep it short and simple, and head back up the trail to the parking lot where you can repeat that leg or set of on a much longer adventure that will total around 9-10 miles of trail running and swimming.
I am going to pre-test this route long before our event and will update the exact milage at that time.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/DVkC5PXtvj6YYkk6/
Equipment needed:
Safety swim buoy
Trail running shoes you don't mind getting wet
Socks that prevent blistering and debris from entering
Pull buoy that can be attached to you somehow
Brightly colored swim cap and goggles
A way of carrying water and fuel (dry bag safety buoy is perfect)
Depending on water temperature, a wetsuit you can run in
Remember to use AZ Desert Endurance sponsor discounts to save on all that gear needed.
This is going to be fun!
OWS @ Lake Pleasant
Enjoy cooler water temps with an open water swim at Lake Pleasant!
Distance is up to you and instruction will be provided if desired.
I do require a brightly colored swim cap (I can loan you one) and a swim buoy (can be purchased at Zone 3 or Finis).
There is a $7 fee to enter the regional park.
Water temperature will be updated as we get closer to the event, and if you would like to carpool, please reach out ahead of time.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/U9pNNuJoiyHkWnEL/
Ironman arizona practice bike
Let's ride the Beeline! This will be a course preview of the IMAZ course. We will start Tempe Beach Park and ride the course to the Beeline and climb to Shea where the turnaround is. We will descend to McDowell and climb a second time before following the course back to Tempe Beach Park.
GPX: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/298913475
Ride will be approximately 60 miles, so plan your nutrition and hydration accordingly.
Also, bring plenty of flat repair gear, as the Beeline can sometimes be mean.
Optional lunch on Mill Avenue afterwards.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/pMp8jLSFF5NzdEgB/
Castle Creek Triathlons
No bones about it, this is a tough race! Come join your Desert Endurance Racing teammates and test yourself against at the 4th Annual Castle Creek Triathlon, or just come out and cheer!
The Castle Creek Triathlon offers a Sprint and Olympic distance triathlon and Aquabike in addition to Sprint Duathlon and kayak/SUP for individuals. Want to split the load? For teams we offer an Olympic and Sprint distance relay.
Race website: https://4peaksracing.com/events/castle-creek-2024/
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/NxsfE5yXHCZNcABX/
Mock Sprint Triathlon + Lunch
Doing the Castle Creek Triathlon in October?
Want to check out the racecourse?
Want to just do a fun Sprint Tri with friends for free?
Join Coach Kelly and Desert Endurance Racing for a Mock Sprint Triathlon! We will mimic as much of race-day as possible along the Sprint course in order to get you as best prepared as possible for your event. (Olympic triathletes - on race day, you do the same course but 2 loops)
There is a $7.00 entry fee to the park, so plan accordingly. We will begin promptly at 6:30 (same as race day) so be prepared to go feet wet on time!
Optional lunch in town afterwards at Plaza Bonita - appetizers provided by AZ Desert Endurance!
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/gpt9F6UBjK4F7QPs/
Usery MRP Trail run
For this work out, we will trail run out at Usery Mountain Regional Park.
We run as a group, and you have a couple of mileage options: (1) 5.5-mile Levee Loop, or (2) 12.5-mile Levee Loop + Pass Mountain Loop. We will all start together and do the easier Levee Loop, then return to the parking lot for those who wish to stop there and for water refills, then continue on to complete the strenuous Pass Mountain Loop.
GPX: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/298915030
You must be able to carry enough water and nutrition to support each loop (about 1-2.5 hours each). Be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat to protect you from the sun.
We will meet at the Trailhead Staging Area. Start time is early to beat some of the heat.
There is a $7.00 entry fee; reach out ahead of time if you wish to carpool.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/13xmAccCbd/
