This is undoubtedly our most popular MTB/VTTAE enduro raid at the moment, combining a wide variety of landscapes, top-class accommodation and enduro trails, each one wilder and more well-marked than the last.
Initially aimed at those who have already completed the 1st half of the Trans Piedmont "Intégrale", this tour will delight all those who love well-marked enduro trails, a mix of mountain scenery and routes specially shaped for mountain biking.
Like an à la carte tour, the guide will take you on the trails best suited to the level of your group and logically connect each valley with scenic paths and logical junctions, minimising long car transfers.
A real epic, starting in the heart of the wild Valle Stura mountains and finishing all the way to the sea, we'll leave you to imagine the scale of the project... Sensations, contemplation, tension, concentration, satisfaction, relaxation, emulation... you'll no doubt go through all sorts of emotions during this trip, which promises a steady pace, but without trying to beat the clock... All good cycling and good times shared.
A well-oiled logistical system, timed to get you to the heights and optimise the descent ratio, high mountain routes before reaching the forests of Liguria, nothing is won in advance... even if the guide will be able to adapt the route in real time, you have to expect to pedal! Some sections may be more technical, but that's the key to some great descents. Technical single descents in the mountains and fast ones in the undergrowth, flow and commitment on some of them, super-fun trails at the end of the route...
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The Valle Stura doesn't look like much, but for those of you who are who like big changes in altitude and well-marked trails, this is is clearly where it's at. Those who have completed the first part of the TransPiémont will have noticed... A large community, a great spirit and some great local initiatives have have enabled this spot to become a real enduro stronghold over the years. enduro stronghold. A well-kept secret that we're delighted to to share... Depending on the size of our group, we'll head for the heights of Vinadio to the misty peaks of Mt Autes, the starting point of a fast, technical descent the start of a fast, technical descent that gets faster and faster. discover the enduro nuggets of the lower valley at the Tajare bike park... Tajare bike park... From there it's one thing after another. Antipasti, primi patti, secondi patti, shall I continue or have you understood? A foccacia break at lunchtime lunchtime, before setting off again into the adjoining valley where hardwoods and chestnut trees are king, the Entracque valley. At shuttle to a high-altitude pass to make sure you don't miss this a real gem of a descent, then we climb back up the opposite the opposite slope to reach the start of a balcony path, then a beautiful balcony, then a beautiful descent through undergrowth, with one to the village.... A well-deserved Capuccinno and Baiocis well deserved for this first day... (Transfer to the Limone valley at the end of the day) Overnight in a 3-star hotel
We have several options for today's stage. Switch to the Roya valley or join Liguria via the border tracks Liguria via the border tracks that give access to some hidden nuggets. As you've probably guessed, we're gradually moving gradually from the austere mountains to the seaside regions... We're still a long way from our goal, but this day will take you We're still a long way from our goal, but this day will take you into a whole new territory. Here mountain biking is so popular that each valley has its own well-marked trails. that each valley has its own well-marked trails. You'll have to come back explore it all. Today, get ready to see some great scenery, some fine alpine descents alpine descents in steep valleys, winding ascents in vehicles to winding ascents by vehicle to favour the D- and remarkable ridgelines that the area is famous for. Welcome to the the Ligurian Alps! Night in a 2* hotel
After a good breakfast (and your morning stretching session on the on the terrace), we'll be off for a full day's riding on the great the great classics of the Nava sector. On either side both sides of the pass, the descents are like slices of foccacia. 250 to 400 metres of ascent are enough each time to access some real access to real treasures in the undergrowth. Fun above all, you'll soon feel at home on these trails, which are marked out and pampered and pampered all year round by the locals. financially when we visit). A well-deserved lunch break, and then, depending on the itinerary, we continue to explore this inaccessible but incredibly good area good, or in the afternoon we switch to the Molini sector via a high pass a high pass, the starting point for a steep descent to the hotel where we'll spend the evening. Night in a hotel** or refuge gastronomic
We've got another great day ahead of us! The gradient has doubled since the day before, the border has moved closer and the community of mountain bikers has grown... welcome to 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 activity is well established and the trails are virtually dedicated to enduro MOUNTAIN BIKING. By using the local shuttle service or by contributing directly to the upkeep of the local trails, we're taking full advantage of this incredible enduro spot and we can thank and we can thank them for the colossal amount of work carried out by an army of volunteers. Night in a hotel** or refuge gastronomic
After a busy day on Molini and no doubt a good drink with the with the barbera di Piemonte, it's off again for a final morning for a final morning tour of the ridges. This time we're heading south towards the sea, the finishing point of our epic journey in the heart of the Ligurian Alps. Great cycling, fun, technical and varied, with mountain and seaside atmospheres, fast mule tracks fast mule tracks and sandstone slabs with incredible grip, villages villages clinging to the heights, the smell of wood-fired pizzas and trofie of wood-fired pizzas or trofie (local pasta) with Brandy, and an arrival wheels on the sand and feet in the water... The good life all that, isn't it? Lunch in a restaurant, swimming by the sea and transfer back to the starting point. transfer back to the starting point (approx. 3h30)
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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