| 'A REAL ADVENTURE' |  | Strengths:
A fantastic opportunity to do some major single track out in the wilderness. Plenty of high speed widetrack too. The guy who owns it, runs it so its a very personal feel. The bikes are front suspension - and I thought it was pretty amazing what you could do with them. James - who runs it has a real passion for mountain biking, Greece and its history. | | Weaknesses:
You've got to be up for it. This is a guided mountain biking holiday NOT coaching. So if you're looking for someone to hold your hand the whole way this is not for you. But if you're looking for fun and full on mountain biking you'll love it.
Take plenty of food for lunch. I found sometimes one cheese pie was not enough. Get two. | | Overall:
If you want a real adventure and to see the real Greece this is a fantastic opportunity. You get to go to places you would never see on your own. We stayed in tiny little villages with REAL people - as well as Athens.
It's worth taking a multi tool with you. 20 mins spent each morning tweaking the bike makes a huge difference. - because you do so much biking each day that the bikes need a little TLC to get the best out of them. It speeds everything up a lot if you're able to do a few basics yourself.
I'd definately take: Full finger gloves, a small first aid kit, SPD pedals if you've got them, good sunglasses, a good helmet, a big waterbottle / camelback, a multi tool, a camera, and up for it attitude.
One day you get the choice of walking up the Dimissori gorge instead of biking in the morning - DEFINATELY DO IT - IT IS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING. |
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