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A repeating Ardennes circuit around Vianden
Eislek Gravel asks riders to repeat the same climbing pattern on Sunday: the cobbled ramp to Vianden Castle, a sustained forest climb, and a descent to the Our valley. The course demands repeatable climbing strength, controlled early pacing, and confident handling on cobbles and forest gravel so the final lap remains steady.
With 7-11 hours per week, this eight-week plan concentrates on sustained climbing, repeated efforts, and one longer weekend ride. It suits riders with a shorter build who need focused preparation for the castle ramp, forest climb, and valley descent without trying to squeeze twelve weeks of work into eight.
INSIDE THE FINISHER PLAN — 7–11 HR/WK
Includes zone-tailored structured rides for your devices, built-in strength with video walkthroughs, heat-training protocols for racing in the hot stuff, peloton skills workouts, weekly coach notes + the Gravel Grit mental program, and nutrition and hydration guidance.
The Complete Eislek Gravel Guide — the training, the tactics, the gear and race day, explained simply and clearly: what to do, when to do it, and why it works.
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Hey, I'm Matti. I spent 11 years at TrainingPeaks, where they trusted me to teach coaches how to coach at TrainingPeaks University. I raced Amateur Elite with Rio Grande Cycling Team and podiumed my age group at Unbound 200 in 2026. I have a degree in biology and exercise physiology from St. Olaf. I'm also a middle-aged dad of three, so I know training doesn't happen in a vacuum. I help gravel riders get stupidly fast without becoming the person who brings a food scale to a party