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Hello OBRA Land,

I couldn't think of anyone better toshare this with than my friends in OBRA. Since many of you are mountain bikersout there I thought I would share with you a mountain bike adventure companyone of my very best friends has started called "Inspired Mountain BikeAdventures". They are offering trips to Switzerland this summer that I canonly say have me drooling, not only because its the most incredible place onearth to ride but because I cant believe all the things they are offering (theChalet is unreal) for the price. My friend Gabe and I worked at a bikeshop in high school together and that started a long friendship of bike racingfrom Jersey to the TransAlp challenge and touring together all over Europe andchasing Le Tour. He is the ultimate travel companion, he gets along witheveryone, has great taste, and has the savy street smarts to always keep youout of trouble while never sacrificing the fun! These trips are going to be ablast.

He has been pulling together the details,the trails, the shuttles, everything for the past decade and it is nothingshort of epic. Not only that but he speaks 4 languages so asking another rider to snap the once in a life time photo is never a concern.

If you are interested check out thedetails below and the link to the website (did I mention the chalet will blowyour mind!)

http://inspiredmountainbikeadventures.com/index.php

Hope to see you in Valais in July!

ChadCherefko

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Mountain biking rich in flow, scenery, culture and unforgetable experiences.






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Whether it's carving turns down an alpine trail, soaking in the view, or enjoying one's first cheese fondue, at Inspired we are dedicated to make you smile and enjoy the simple things in life. Our trips are researched and designed with quality and safety in mind to ensure the best mountain biking holidays in the Alps.










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8 day mountain bike adventures amongst Switzerland's highest peaks, down its longest trails and lodging in a high class chalets.

The idea is to provide an all inclusive mountain bike holiday in the SwissAlps. No one else out there combines real mountain biking with theluxurious comforts of a modern swiss chalet (no hotels, hostels, or B&B's--> everyone is there to mountain bike so the atmosphere is breathing withmountain bike culture). The chalet is perched on the mountain side at5000 feet and has a 270° view of some of Switzerland's most reknownpeaks. Aside from the riding, we will be taking our guests tonumerous cultural spots to share the Swiss culture from a culinary aspect aswell as historical and architectural. The Valais region of Switzerlandnot only has its highest peaks, around twenty above 14,000 ft but also Europe'slongest glacier (23km - that we ride along).

What is included inthe trip cost?

Transfer from and to Geneva airport

6 nights in our luxurious chalet and 1 night in a 4-star Zermatt hotel.

All breakfasts, mid-day trail snacks, and 4 dinners in restaurants and 2 dinners in the chalet a (dinner in Zermatt not included).

Private & Public transportation throughout the week (buses, trains, gondolas, etc).

7 days of riding with our professional multi-lingual & international guides.

An Inspired Mountain Bike Adventures t-shirt and other Inspired gifts.

Cultural excursions to typical villages and natural features.

Basic mechanical support and a workshop area

Detailed "Get packed!!" information to help you prepare your departure.

Access to a washing machine and dryer.

Assistance from our local staff if you want to extend your trip in Switzerland or Europe. Take advantage of their local knowledge to make the most of your time in Europe.

What is not includedin the trip cost?

Airfare to and from Geneva airport

All lunches, as it is difficult to take into account the various eating habits of our guests while out riding for a full day. However each day will have a moment for us to stop in local cafés, bakeries, and restaurants to experience the local cuisine.

Alcoholic beverages are not covered during the dinners in the restaurants.

Medical and Travel Insurance. Medical Insurance is required in order to take part in the trip. Travel Insurance is highly recommended in the case of cancellation from your side.

Bike rentals – Contact us for more information if you need to rent a bike at one of our partner bike shops.

What level offitness and technical ability is required?

Due to the profileof the Swiss Alps, it is strongly recommended that all participants have atleast an intermediate level of technical ability. The trails we encounter canrange from smooth trails with amazing flow to very technical trails with someexposure at times. At all times our guides will support you to improve yourriding skills but only you can judge if a portion of the trail should bewalked. All riders should be fit and able to ride a bike for over 4 hours perday for seven consecutive days. Some days will require an hour and a half longclimb with some hike a bike portions to access lone summits and remote mountainpasses. Contact us for a specifically designed training program to ensureyou'll enjoy every moment on the bike.

Can I bring my bikeon the plane?

All airlines allowpacked bikes on board. Please contact your airline of choice for details andadditional fees. Contact us about how to pack your bike if you don't have acarry-case.

What type ofmountain bike and equipment should I bring?

We highly recommenda dual suspension bike with at least 5 inches of travel and all-around diskbrakes. To ensure your safety, make sure your bike is in excellent mechanicalorder. It is best to arrive with fresh rubber and newly broken in brake pads aswe'll be doing more riding and descending in one week than most people do in aseason. Make sure to pack away an extra set of brake pads as they are oftenappreciated halfway through the trip. Helmets are required at all times duringriding and other protective gear is optional. All riders should have a smallday pack to carry the supplied snacks and other gear to keep warm and dry inthe case of changing mountain weather. Don't forget a pocket headlamp to getthrough some of the mountain tunnels we'll be exploring. We'll send you acomplete list of recommended gear in the 'Get packed!!!' dossier onceregistered for a trip.

Is it possible torent a bike?

Yes, contact us formore information if you need to rent a bike at one of our partner bike shops.

Thanks !

Gabriel