More detailed information about the route of each stage will be published after 20April. With more favorable weather since snow at high altitudes will have melted, our missions will cross all lanes and will have a clear picture to broadcast. You will be informed of the details of the race and the organization will be able to answer all your questions.
47 days away before the start of the most exciting mtb race ...
The preparation for «Bike Odyssey» race is progressing feverishly. The time to start our mountain adventure is on May 26th. Eight days of authentic mountain bike for about 20 teams that have registered for the moment. An unprecedented by Greek standards race, one of the toughest mountain bike races that could well be included among the toughest mtb races in the world. Register now and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the beautiful mountains of Pindos!
The registration period continues for the most exciting mtb race of the year!
We extend the registration just for this first year of Bike Odyssey. You can register for the Bike Odyssey on line:http://bikeodyssey.gr/en/registration-form.html
At present we leave the form open , without final date. Registrations will close when the organization thinks its appropriate. Relative announcement will follow.
The "crew" of Bike Odyssey traveled the previous weekend in mountainous areas of Evritania and Fthiotida to take care the preparation of the fourth stage of B. O. that will start from village Agrafa and end at Megali Kapsi.
We crossed the trails riding our bikes and with the aid of the Mahindra vehicles we approached the rugged slopes of the mountains and arrived to beautiful places where the race will take place. Neraida, Kleisto, Chochlia, Mavrilo,Fourna, Vracha, Neochori were some of the intermediate villages we passed.
Forty one (41) villages along the path of – perhaps- the toughest for Greek mountain bike race that will last for 8 days and will cross the mountain range of Pindos • The launch will take place on 26 May 2013 at Laista (Zagoria villages) and after 6 intermediate stations (Anthousa Argithea, Agrafa , Megali Kapsi, Athanasios Diakos, Gravia ) will terminate at the city of Delphi on June 2, 2013. It is a "racing journey" to forgotten, yet beautiful places.
Mahindra vehicles are a valuable asset of the organizing team at the work being done in preparation for the race. Last weekend our team crossed the path of the last three stages from Athanasios Diakos to Gravia, across the mountains Vardousia and intermediate villages Panourgias, Agoriani Kastellia, Kaloskopi, Polydroso, Pavliani, Kastriotissa, Polydroso, Eptalofos. We crossed the snowy slopes and arrived in the most unlikely places with the rugged Mahindra!
One day Odyssey!
A taste of our mountain adventure for those who will take part in an one-day race. One -day B.O. that will take place in parallel with the final stage - Details will be announced soon!
The volunteer group of Research & Rescue of Messolonghi is engaged in civil protection especially in assisting the community in emergencies (earthquakes, floods, etc.) or accidents as well as in rescuing people.
The experienced team of 15-20 people will be present in "Bike Odyssey» providing security for athletes!
Get an idea about how Bike Odyssey's Roadbook is gonna look like.
Every athlete will have his own useful guidance during the race. The road book will be easy to use, convenient to carry on your bicycle and of course waterproof!
New, reduced registration fee! Now you get a discount of 40% on the initial price of 500 euros. Registration fee is reduced to 300 euros/ person:
"Bike Odyssey" will take place on May 26 - June 2, 2013 and only for this year we will apply the discounted price of 300 € (-40%) per person and the following customized package of basic benefits.
Package Details
Your registration and payment gives you practically everything you need to get from the start to the finish, both on and off your bike! The package includes:
- trail book covering the route of the race (waterproof)
- free-of-charge download of the trail book and gps edition
- drinks and food two various check points / food (local dishes – reach meals) at stops along the trail
- drink and food options at the finish of each stage –pasta party
- 1 racer bath towel and T-Shirt
- starting / bib numbers and official time-measurement
- daily postings of stage results and current rankings at the race office
- 1 finisher shirt (only for official finisher of the GC)
- Winners cup, for the first of each category and the GC.
- Race medal for the first 6 teams of each category and the GC .
- Medal and certificate of participation for all
- technical assistance / services at the finish of each stage
- Professional Medical Team and Medical Support
- Pre-Race Briefings
- Awards &Ceremony at the Finish Line of the race
- Luggage transportation between stations
- Availability of indoor spaces or camps to sleep and shower.
- Bicycle-pressure cleaning machine.
* Bus rides to Start Line / from Finish Line, if needed and between etap after demand (charged additional)
During the three months remaining for the start of the race there may be additions that will improve the basic package.
The participation fee is: 300 € per person (taxes included 23%)
FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION : You can deposit the fee (NATIONAL 662 400 7719 9, IBAN: GR8201106620000066240077199 - CHRISTOS MAKRYGIANNIS )
Το BikeOdyssey είναι ένας 8ήμερος XC (Cross Country) ποδηλατικός αγώνας που διασχίζει την οροσειρά της Πίνδου. Είναι ο δυσκολότερος αγώνας στην Ελλάδα και ένας από τους δυσκολότερους παγκοσμίως.