Our definition of trail riding is
conquering climbs at a pacefull rythm,
and blasting the single track descents.
We leave and return with the complete group
and have respect for nature and other trail users.
Although we like to ride full throttle, our riding is never a race.
It's no competition, we don't time our tracks.
To make sure that you are well prepared for your trip, please read the following ability guidelines carefully. It is important to make a good estimation of your riding level. In case of doubt, don't hesitate to contact us.
:: Technical Level ::
All described levels are for trail mountain biking, a combination of xc and downhill biking.
It is highly probable that an expert xc biker in The Netherlands or Belgium, only has a rookie/intermediate technical level.
- Level 1: rookie
You just started trail mountain biking or you are a technical good xc biker. You can ride all your local loops without any technical problems. You are capable of controlling bike speed and direction on smooth doubletrack and rolling singletrack trails.
- Level 2: intermediate
You are a mountainbiker with experience in hilly terrain and are considering the step to mountaineous terrain. You have a first experience with trail biking, or you are a technical strong xc biker. You can climb and descend under control on moderately steep singletrack with loose rocks & slippery roots. You can ride small jumps and drops (<40cm). You can ride with mild exposure at times.
- Level 3: advanced
You are a mountainbiker with some experience in Alpine riding (or similar). You have been mountain biking for several years, are confident riding all types of single tracks, are able to ride moderate drops (<75cm), stairs, jumps. You can ride technical steep sections including rock drops and uneven roots. You can ride confidently with exposure.
- Level 4: expert
Mountainbiking has no secrets for you. You are a mountainbiker since many years, can ride very technical trails including jumps, drops and narrow elevated trail sections. You can ride confidently with exposure. You probably have experience with downhill biking or other gravity based style. Riding blind black mountain bike trails is no problem for you.
:: Fitness Level ::
The amount of daily positive height meters is the best indication for your fitness, you can find this on each trip page.
- Level 1
You exercise regularly. You are comfortable with sustained output at a relaxed pace for 3-4 hours a day for 2-4 consecutive days.
- Level 2
You are comfortable with sustained output at athletic pace with occasional short anaerobic periods. You can ride 4-6 hours per day for 2-4 consecutive days and are comfortable pushing and hiking with the bike for sections.
- Level 3
You are comfortable with sustained challenging pace including long periods of anaerobic exercise. You can climb for hours, ride 6+ hours a day for over 4 consecutive days with some technical hike-a-bike.
- Level 4
You are comfortable with sustained challenging pace including long periods of anaerobic exercise for five-plus days in a row. You are possibly training for an event.
:: Bike and equipment ::
The perfect bike for each trip is a 140-160mm all mountain dual suspension with disc brakes. Bikes with more suspension will give you extra comfort during descending but are harder during climbing. Bikes with less suspension, give you wings in the climbs, but can hold you back from descending. In case of doubt, please contact us for more information.
As we are doing lots of descending, make sure to ask us about tips on customizing your bike for this type of riding (shorter stem, fat tires etc.). Your bike should be in excellent condition and be adapted to the terrain and conditions of the activities. On trips with highly technical riding (level 3 and higher), we recommend a strong all-mountain/enduro bike with modifications for downhill (riser bars, short stem, large discs, dropper post).
High-performance rental bikes are available during our trips in the Alps. Contact us for more information.
:: Personal protection ::
"We love the sport, but we don't like when people get hurt" (POC). Crashing is part of mountainbiking, so personal protection during the activities is a must.
Next protection is obligatory during all trips:
- mountainbike specific helmet
- gloves
- knee protection
During activities with focus on technical descents (from level 3):
- obligatory: back protector or hydration pack
- obligatory: clothing made out of protective fabric
- highly adviced: full face helmet adviced on lift assisted legend trails days
In the trip details, you'll find a list with the exact obligatory equipment
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