Cycling

Tour d'Apple (Flat Rock, North Carolina)

Tour d'Apple (Flat Rock, North Carolina) takes place on Mon, Sep 7, 2026 in Flat Rock, North Carolina, United States. The main route is 80.5 km.

Tour d’Apple is a cycling tour through Western North Carolina’s apple orchards, waterfalls, and mountains, offering four routes from 25 to 100 miles.

What this race demands

This 80.5-kilometer cycling tour through the mountainous terrain of Western North Carolina requires steady pacing and sustained aerobic endurance.

Climbing Capacity

Navigating the mountain terrain of Western North Carolina requires sustained climbing efforts and efficient descending over the 80.5-kilometer route.

Aerobic Endurance

Completing an 80.5-kilometer distance demands a strong aerobic base to maintain continuous forward motion throughout the ride.

Consume 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour to sustain energy output over the duration of this ride.

Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.

Estimated finish

2:25–2:55

Peak-week training

6–8 h/week

A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.

IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal

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