Definitely a fair comment. I suppose I was trying to keep things simple and training specifically for the demands of the event made sense in my head, but I totally accept it won’t maximise my potential.
I hadn’t considered a coach (seems like overkill, but will look into costs).
Sounds pretty basic and not the best. It will make you fit, but perhaps not as fit as you could be...
While some workouts at that event climbing power would be good to teach your body to fuel at it, it wont make you as fit as you could be.
I'd hire a coach if it's important and you've cash.
Or at least for the 20 weeks before it.