Earlier this year I reached out to Selle Repente about testing one of their saddles. I wasn't very aware of the entire range, but had seen a few athletes (Italian riders specifically) using them, and … Read More...
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Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2023 – stage 6
The final stage Humans are great at forgetting pain. When we sign up for a stage race, we aren't remembering the aching muscles, the stomach problems and nausea, the legs so swollen they barely fit into your jeans for … Read More...
Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2023 – Stage Five
I think it’s probably time I admitted publicly that I completely underestimated how tough Appenninica MTB would be, but after 5 stages and an average elevation gain of 2500m per day so far, this ranks among the toughest … Read More...
Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2023 – Stage Four
Everything I have heard about the Appenninica MTB Stage Race over the past years has been positive. From the food, to the hospitality of the towns, the event crew, the event vibe and of course - the trails. Today's stage … Read More...
Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2023 – Stage Three
Until just a few short hours ago, I believed that getting through the Queen stage of Appenninica MTB yesterday would leave me with smooth seas to sail right up until the end of the event. Imagine my surprise when I took … Read More...
Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2023 – Stage Two
Stage Two of the Appenninica MTB Stage Race dawned with some cloud cover, but a very upbeat and friendly vibe in race HQ. No doubt after the heat of stage one, everyone was happy for less intense sun as we took on the … Read More...