Stefan Mikes
Gravel e-biker
- Region
- Europe
- City
- Mazovia, PL
The rigs of the silver and bronze medalists were not inspected though 
Ebike touring recommendations 120 km a day range with a 150 kg (bike+ rider luggage) and 750-800 wh battery or 2 batteries 750-800 wh batteries
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Aushiker
Well-Known Member
- Region
- Australia
- City
- Walyalup, Western Australia
Flicking through a sample of 100 riders, I was surprised by the number using the Coro Dura, with many commenting on its battery life. It claims 120 hours without solar charging, which is impressive if true. I didn't really consider the Coros when I got the Wahoo Elment Ace, but maybe should have. Oh well maybe next update.
Rás Cnoic
Hillrider
- Region
- United Kingdom
- City
- Dartmoor
What I like about those self supported long distance off road races is the Wild West aspect. Ride whatever bike you like mtb, gravel, old, new, steel, carbon, gears, single speed or gearbox, front sus, full sus or rigid, drop bar or flat bar. Jerryrig whatever bags & gear & food you need to survive, snatch a hour or two of sleep side of the trail, or in a remote mountain refuge, grab food from a petrol station shop, race for no prizes and all do the same enormous distance any sex any age. It's the true spirit of amateur racing. The spirit of Mike Hall lives on.
Aushiker
Well-Known Member
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- Australia
- City
- Walyalup, Western Australia
From the Atlas Mountain Race Instragram:
"Victor Bosoni is the first rider to reach the finish line in Essaouira in a time of 4 days 1 hour 46 minutes.
At just 24 years old, Victor is the youngest winner we’ve had yet at AMR. There were plenty of unknowns for him, as this was the longest off-road race he had ever done, and his first on a mountain bike. He went out strong on the first night but stuck to his guns with rest, allowing others to gain places while he slept, then reeling them back in during the day.
This year’s race was longer than previous editions, and tested everyone with more extreme swings in weather than we’ve seen before with cold and ice, gale force winds, and scorching heat in the desert. Through it all, Victor remained focused, never saying much when we saw him, locked in on his effort. The few things he did say: it was hard, beautiful, and towards the end, long. He remained kind throughout, even taking the time to stop for photos with followers along the way.
There were never any guarantees, and the win was hard fought, with the lead changing hands many times throughout the race. It wasn’t until after CP3 that he finally overtook Ole on the climbs back over the Atlas. Just before the Moroccan Stelvio, he put his foot on the gas and managed to shake the Norwegian rider, and never looked back.
Chapeau, Victor, on a well-earned victory.'
Damn, amazing effort... only 11 hours' break in four days. Big sleep post the ride! More at https://weelz.ouest-france.fr/victo...ntain-race-2026-une-victoire-tout-en-gestion/
"Victor Bosoni is the first rider to reach the finish line in Essaouira in a time of 4 days 1 hour 46 minutes.
At just 24 years old, Victor is the youngest winner we’ve had yet at AMR. There were plenty of unknowns for him, as this was the longest off-road race he had ever done, and his first on a mountain bike. He went out strong on the first night but stuck to his guns with rest, allowing others to gain places while he slept, then reeling them back in during the day.
This year’s race was longer than previous editions, and tested everyone with more extreme swings in weather than we’ve seen before with cold and ice, gale force winds, and scorching heat in the desert. Through it all, Victor remained focused, never saying much when we saw him, locked in on his effort. The few things he did say: it was hard, beautiful, and towards the end, long. He remained kind throughout, even taking the time to stop for photos with followers along the way.
There were never any guarantees, and the win was hard fought, with the lead changing hands many times throughout the race. It wasn’t until after CP3 that he finally overtook Ole on the climbs back over the Atlas. Just before the Moroccan Stelvio, he put his foot on the gas and managed to shake the Norwegian rider, and never looked back.
Chapeau, Victor, on a well-earned victory.'
Damn, amazing effort... only 11 hours' break in four days. Big sleep post the ride! More at https://weelz.ouest-france.fr/victo...ntain-race-2026-une-victoire-tout-en-gestion/
Stefan Mikes
Gravel e-biker
- Region
- Europe
- City
- Mazovia, PL
Please also check the AMR posts for Ole Bjorn Smisethjell and Radosław Gołębiewski.
Our Polish champion rode the same model of Factor XC bike as Victor (but no rear rack). Friends are telling me the Norwegian Ole Bjorn rode a TREK Supercaliber but with a drop bar fitted.
Check the break times for Radek and Ole Bjorn: Both had breaks shorter than 5 hours! Experts say Victor loves a long sleep but makes it up with a fast riding
Victor - 24 yo. Ole Bjorn - age 26. Radek - age 47. Chris Mehlman - 25.
Our Polish champion rode the same model of Factor XC bike as Victor (but no rear rack). Friends are telling me the Norwegian Ole Bjorn rode a TREK Supercaliber but with a drop bar fitted.
Check the break times for Radek and Ole Bjorn: Both had breaks shorter than 5 hours! Experts say Victor loves a long sleep but makes it up with a fast riding
Victor - 24 yo. Ole Bjorn - age 26. Radek - age 47. Chris Mehlman - 25.
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