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Thanks for visiting ATAC!
ATAC is the Amsterdam Triathlon and Cycling club. Our objective is to promote, develop and foster the sports of triathlon, swimming, cycling, and running. ATAC is a volunteer-led organization and requires a paid membership. Click here for more information about how to join ATAC.
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More information on ATAC can be found on www.atac-club.nl.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Noord (Marken Lighthouse) 105km - Intermediate Social Ride - AppeltaaaartjeeeeeeFerry station near Centraal Station, Amsterdam
Alright ATACers,
Who is up for a gezellig ride towards north starting quite early (for me at least)? Atractions include a cool Lighthouse, appeltaartje and a brazilian that never stops talking.Most important things:
- Prepare your best jokes. I expect to be entertained;
- Safety first! Always follow the safety rules.
- Average speed: +- 28kmphThe forecast (now) points at a mild temperature drop, low wind. Don't get fooled by the 25C during the week. So prepare for it.
Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2206944700
Please:
- be on time, as we'll leave 9:00 sharp.
- bring a spare tube and pump (and know how to use them...)
- bring sufficient drinks and food for during the ride. Better to bring and not need than the other way around!
- take a quick look at the Safe Group Cycling Guide on the ATAC website
- dress accordingly.
- be relatively sure you can keep up with the pace and distance. We won't drop anybody, but it is nice to keep the flow :)
- Saturday Intermediate Social ride - 100K - let's go to the forestKookstudio Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Hello !
Saturday Social Intermediate ride to the forest from Amsterdam East - by the Kookstudio Smaak on Zeeburgerdijk 54, let's enjoy some nature in the nice weather.
The route: Ams 100km to the forest 3 | 95.1 km Cycling Route on Strava
The GPX file: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RtXlDojx7H8HOiL5kHuqjj0wQ503BKoD/view?usp=drive_linkIt is a social ride so no drop policy (but we are intermediate riders so we cruise at 28-30km/h). We will respect the max speed.
We will stop for a coffee stop half way in the forest, at the Brasserie De Lange Duinen
Please ensure you know the ATAC safety rules on how to ride in groups (liability insurance baby), and bring your ATAC kit to shine on the pictures !
Cheers,
- 5km Swim Challenge: 50 x 100mMercatorbad , Amsterdam
Whether you’re a seasoned 5km swimmer or this is your first time, come join the challenge!
There will be a May swim challenge on Strava so this is the perfect way to boost your May monthly metres!
The swim will be in manageable sizes; 50 x 100m!
The lanes will be arranged by ability and speed catering for all levels so you can go at your own pace.
We have the pool for 2 hours so there will be a welcome briefing beforehand then we will be in the water soon after 1730. Please be on time! We all need to be out of the water by 1930.
Bring hydration and nutrition, more details below.
If you have club swim kit, kit yourself out in It! Caps for those witout will be available.
There will be a well earnt dinner afterwards, nearby.
Please buy your tickets beforehand and RSVP here. Tickets can be purchased here.
Hydration and nutrition guidelines
Please adjust as suits you, this is just a suggestion. What nutrition for a long distance swim if often a question:Eat a good meal 2-3 hours beforehand. Ensure youre well hydrated for 36 hours beforehand. Take some light carbs around 25-30g, 5-20 mins before you start swimming then take your hydration and nutrition accordingly during the swim.
For this, take into account what you would normally consume in a race running / swimming. Eg if you normally tske 1000ml water and 60g carbs per hour; and you expect to swim at 1:50 min/100m ie 90 mins swimming, probably you’ll want 1l+ of water and a bottle of 30-60g carbs for during. Bear in mind you will have eaten before you start which will be enough for at least 30-45mins, depending on the intensity of which you plan to swim.
