The sea, the mountains, well-marked trails for mountain biking at all altitudes... Liguria is definitely an incredible spot for mountain biking. Different from our high mountain terrain and trails, we're really happy to come and ride here on the wings of the season. It's fast, it's dry, it opens hard, it jumps, it drifts just the right amount..., the terrain is playful, fun, committed... it's up to you depending on how you feel on the day, there's no shortage of trails!
Obviously more structured around Finale but just as qualitative in what we call the "backcountry", all this is thanks to the local teams of trailbuilders, who no longer count their days spent outdoors with rake and pickaxe in hand. Thank you for this remarkable work!
In this XXL version of the Maggiore enduro trip, we're kicking off with two days in the magnificent coastal town of Finale in Liguria, so as not to miss out on this most popular but unmissable spot for enduro mountain biking...
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After a short stopover along the coast from our meeting point we arrive in Finale in the late morning and take time to prepare our time to prepare our bikes for the first half-day of riding on the day's riding on the spot, just to get to know this myhtic mountain biking terrain... One or two rotations on the great classics to give us a smile and get us going, a beer on the terrace to get a beer on the terrace to get to know each other better, and we're off for a great enduro adventure together... Overnight in a comfortable gîte or hotel
After this pleasant half-day, we suggest that you dig a little deeper dig a little deeper into this labyrinth of mountain bike trails and and set off on the less-frequented but just as playful of the area. With one or two well-placed shuttles and a hearty and a hearty meal for lunch, I can assure you that everyone will be at the end of the day. So let's enjoy a second night in town night in town to rest up before heading off to the higher ground for a a radical change of atmosphere... Overnight in a comfortable gîte or hotel
We're off on a major MTB enduro loop! We leave the hustle and bustle of the Ligurian coast to head for the backcountry backcountry and make our first stopover in the heights of Castelvecchio. Castelvecchio. No fewer than 170 trails are listed in this area, the trick is to choose well! We have therefore selected a logical sequence of trails, the least strenuous and the most fun, with those from the day before, to make the most of the quality the quality of the trails in the area before setting off for the to the heights at the end of the day... Overnight in a comfortable gîte or mountain mountain hut
After a good breakfast (and your morning stretching session on the terrace on the terrace overlooking the sea, of course), we'll be off all day on the great classics of the Nava sector. Nava sector. On either side of the pass, the descents are as easy to swallow as like slices of foccacia. 4 to 500 metres of ascent are enough each time for each time to reach some real nuggets hidden in the undergrowth. woods. Playful above all, you'll soon feel at ease on these trails and pampered all year round by the locals. by the locals. A well-deserved lunch break, then a switchover in the afternoon to the the Molini sector via a high pass, the starting point of a hellish to the hotel where we spend the evening. the evening. Night in a hotel**.
We've got another great day ahead of us! The have doubled since the day before, the fontière has come closer the community of mountain bikers has grown... welcome to Molini! to Molini! Better known than the valley we cycled through the day before the day before, the organisation here is well established, cycling is well and the trails are virtually dedicated to enduro mountain biking. So we make the most of the spot, giving free rein to the inspiration of the day and the day before. inspiration of the day and that of the guide, with one night in the same one night in the same hotel... Night in a hotel**.
After a day full of activities and, no doubt, plenty to drink with barbera di Piemonte, we're off again for a beautiful ridges, this time heading towards the sea, the finish point of our point of arrival of our itinerary in the heart of the Ligurian Alps. Some great fun, technical and varied, with mountain and seaside ambiences the sea, fast mule tracks and sandstone slabs with incredible grip, villages with an incredible grip, villages clinging to the heights, the the smell of wood-fired pizzas and trofie (local pasta) with Brandy. with Brandy, an arrival with wheels on the beach and feet in the water in the water. It's a good life, isn't it? Short transfer to the meeting point at the end of the day day
FURTHER TRAINING = Services focused on learning and riding techniques. In a course format with half-day teaching modules or in a stay format with often a half-day of improvement (depending on level) in the morning and hiking in the afternoon to enjoy the mountain. Mainly in the Guillestrois Queyras
DISCOVERY = Easy to moderate level tours that encourage contemplation and explanations of the natural and cultural heritage, where the difference in altitude is moderate, the risk of falling and the technical requirements are low. In star or itinerant form, in France or in the Italian Piedmont
ALL MOUNTAIN = Mountain oriented trips where the pleasure of pedalling and climbing takes on its full dimension. For those who already have a minimum of technical knowledge in both climbing and descending, who obviously like the adrenalin and technicality of single descents but who are more interested in contemplating the high altitude landscapes rather than accumulating descents at all costs
ENDURO = Still in the high mountains on shared or dedicated routes, with a clear focus on descent rather than contemplation. We still pedal but this time we increase the ratio with a morning shuttle to reach between 1200 to 1500m of D+ and 2500m of D-. Protective gear is highly recommended and respect for other mountain users is mandatory.
SHUTTLE ENDURO = Clearly for downhillers who are looking for adrenaline and the technicality of the descent on trails dedicated to this practice as much as possible. The ratio is increased here with logistical support throughout the day to reach 1000m of D+ on the way up and 3000m of D-. Protection is strongly recommended and respect for other mountain users is mandatory.
TECHNICAL LEVELS :
BEGINNER = You do not yet master the basic techniques of mountain biking (balance, gear shifting, braking, maintaining your trajectories on narrow trails...) and going into the mountains scares you but you want to brave your limits.
INTERMEDIATE = You are comfortable on your bike even on narrow single tracks but many mistakes persist. You don't mind riding in the mountains, but getting into tight corners, steep slopes or rocky-rooty trails can make you worry if it goes on too long. Long, intense rides take a lot of energy and concentration and can increase the risk of falling as the day progresses.
CONFIRMED = You are able to control your bike in the mountains whatever the terrain (crossings, hairpins, roots, rocks, steep climbs and descents, singletracks) and you are able to keep all your lucidity even on long days. You still have room to improve your style, performance and riding fluidity...
EXPERT = You have full control of your bike in all situations and you are autonomous in the mountains. You are able to keep up with the pace, even on long days with 2 batteries for example. The guide may find it difficult to keep up with you.... But he knows the paths not to be missed and allows you not to worry about the route, so trust him!
PHYSICAL LEVELS :
COOL = Throughout your stay you will cycle on wide tracks that lend themselves to contemplation, the pace is not very fast, although you will obviously have to pedal to make the bike move on mountain terrain. These are our "beginners" trips and outings, of easy level. Ideal for a first approach to electric mountain biking, for those who want an active holiday but have little opportunity to do sport on a daily basis
MODERATE = You are a more regular daily rider and enjoy challenging yourself, even if it means getting into the red sometimes. The pace of cycling and the trip remains cool and contemplative, but can include many steeper sections and longer climbs that you obviously have to endure physically and mentally to enjoy the cycling experience. Easy itineraries, Discovery mountain star trips or intermediate All Mountain trips are more likely to be found in this category
SPORTSMAN = Sport is your daily routine and sweating profusely is almost a goal of the day for you. Sometimes steep climbs that require good calves and big thighs, varied pedalling rates, relaunching, linking up with descents..., all the while keeping your wits about you of course! Many of our All Mountain Enduro trips take place at this pace
INTENSE = You have "the body" as we say back home, and the muscle tone and concentration capacity to withstand long distances and a series of terrains. So we go riding from morning to night, until we run out of two batteries if necessary. Good luck!
You will ride in small groups (Minimum 3 people - Maximum 8 people, or 7 people for enduro trips with logistical support)
More pleasant, easier to discuss together, less inertia, easier for the guide to give precious advice and to adapt to the level of the group, ... less technical incidents too... In short, all advantages!
Our tours are therefore calculated with the aim of keeping them "insured" with 3 people in the Queyras, 4 people outside and during the itineraries, while keeping the number of people reduced.
Since the beginning we have worked closely with the hosts you will be staying with.
Cycling reception is improving year by year in the Queyras and the Hautes Alpes in general. In Italy, things are often already well in place
Although the "dormitory" or "3* hotel" formulas are possible to better fit the budget and expectations of everyone, we have chosen to build our stays as we would like to experience them.
Most of the time in "Gîte tout confort" formula, rooms to share (3-4 persons max) with sanitary facilities in the rooms.
For the itineraries, it is sometimes a bit more complex and we try to find the right balance between comfort, conviviality, good food without compromising the quality of the itinerary.
In order to develop this activity seriously and to offer a quality service at every stage, we have established a real cycle shop at the gates of the Queyras, in Eygliers.
We have several 9-seater vehicles and approved trailers, suitable for transporting ATVs.
The drivers are often guides or mechanics who are used to working together, which ensures a good flow, a good atmosphere and brings an extra service in the package when the bike needs to be repaired
Picnic buffets, refreshments based on local products, elaborate meals, etc. are also possible during incentive days or itinerant trips
We therefore have complete control over the logistical and material aspects. This makes all the difference in the field and is a real guarantee of quality and reactivity for you
On foot, by bike (with or without batteries) or with the bike on our backs... , All of us have travelled the length and breadth of the Guillestrois Queyras and the Piedmont over the last 15 years.
With an eye for detail, we have taken the time to design unique routes through our various programmes, so that they can be adapted to each type of practice, to each level, to each type of audience. This is a long-term project that is now bearing fruit.
By working with local guides, each in their own way, they are able to adjust the routes in real time in order to offer you theperfect sequence that will match the level and expectations of the group
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