Chong Yueh Cup Wuling Cycling Challenge: Taiwan's Most-Attended Wuling Event

Event Overview

The TIS Chong Yueh Cup Wuling Cycling Challenge is one of Taiwan’s largest mountain climbing races to Wuling (武嶺), organized by the Taoyuan City Triathlon Association and sponsored by Merida Bikes. The route starts from the Geographic Center Monument, passes through Renzhiguan, Wushe, Qingjing, Cuifeng, and Yuanfeng, and finally arrives at the Wuling parking lot via Kunyang.

Route Data

• Start: Puli Geographic Center Monument
• Finish: Wuling parking lot (elevation 3,275m)
• Distance: approximately 55 km
• Total elevation gain: approximately 2,825m

Categories and Time Limits

Race Preparation Strategy

12-Week Training Plan

Weeks 1-4: Base Phase

• Ride 4-5 times per week, 1-2 hours per session
• Include 1 long ride per week (3-4 hours)
• Focus on building aerobic base
• Add 1 climbing session per week

Weeks 5-8: Build Phase

• Add Sweet Spot intervals (2×20 minutes @ 88-92% FTP)
• Increase climbing sessions to 2 per week
• Extend long rides to 4-5 hours
• Practice race pacing

Weeks 9-11: Specific Phase

• 1 long climbing session per week simulating Wuling
• Add high-intensity intervals (4×8 minutes @ 106% FTP)
• Practice race-day fueling strategy
• Training volume reaches its peak

Week 12: Taper Phase

• Reduce training volume by 40-50%
• Keep 1-2 short, high-intensity sessions
• Prioritize rest and sleep
• Prepare equipment and supplies

Race-Day Notes

1. Arrive early: Traffic control is in effect on race day; staying overnight in Puli the night before is recommended
2. Warm-up: Use the waiting time to warm up on a trainer for 15-20 minutes
3. Don’t go out too hard: Stay conservative for the first 10 km — the real battle comes in the later stages
4. Qingjing resupply: The 7-11 at Qingjing is the last resupply point — make good use of it
5. Stay warm: Put on all your warm clothing for the descent

After the Race

• Take photos at Wuling to commemorate the finish (it gets crowded — be patient in line)
• Be careful on the descent, as there are many sharp, steep turns
• Head back to Puli for a well-earned celebratory meal

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