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This is my local on my doorstep and it's a great loop on an e-bike when you don't have all day. Like it's been stated it's not for the shredders. I'm not a shredder so I get everything I need from this trail, plus some lovely scenery.
If Chili Con Carne is Red, I'd hate to see what a black flow trail at Super M would be like... Oh wait there is one, Hattock and its jumps are blue-ish vs this trail. Oh well, a laissez-fair attitude to everything is what makes France special.
First and more important is to know you and to know your skills on the bike. Super Morzine is good to get the flow started, then go to Serraseux or Chatel... All the Green/Blue trails are pretty nice to get the hang of the bike and the riding experience that you need to tackle the red/black lines. I'll be there in a couple of weeks for the 3 consecutive year, it's now like a pilgramage to all my bike buddies to go there every summer. And on top of hit, have fun riding your bike.
Great video, I am planning to do this in August. I think I have a good idea of how to get there now thanks to this video. But how do you get back to Morzine from there?
Nice! The swiss national trail is not part of the PDS loop however you will ride very close to the entrance to it. If you were really keen and making good time you could drop in for a quick lap and then rejoin the loop. It's possible..... just depends if you are making good time. Enjoy!
I mean that drop is way more than I'd even contemplate... but it looks so well built there's minimal reasons not to do it! Shame I'm in Les Arcs this summer instead!
Thanks mate for the offer, I won’t be in the PDS then I’m afraid. Defo shoot me a message though if you’re around the south of the U.K. sometime or join us for a trail hub group ride later this year. Details on my website 🤟🏼👍 Have a great trip! Go easy on the Chanada trail in Chatel! 😅😜
@@stevefox6753yeah looks like they had to fell a section of trees and rebuild part of the trail. Some nice senders have been added as far as I’m aware.
@@AGMTB. Yeah 💯, I recon the idea from the get go was to build a red jump line and then the lads got carried away with the diggers and built some big shit! 😂😂
Thanks for this. Great info. It’s been 12 years since my last visit. Taking my 13 yo lad this time. Hiring a couple of DH bikes instead of taking our enduro bikes. Cannot wait. Maybe I’ll even learn to get some gaps under my belt.
Love your vids, keep up the great work. If i want to explore the Ports Du Soleil area (love single track / Berms / table tops etc). The only thing i wont be doing are gap jumps as i’ll end up breaking something no doubt 😆 With the above in mind, would you suggest a downhill or Enduro bike would be best ??
Hey Si, Cheers, Thanks for tuning in! What ever you're more comfortable on really, but let's be honest if you've got a DH bike and you're not taking it to the Alps then you may as well sell it! haha Both bikes are more than capable, DH bike will be easier on tired limbs but more of a slog on the pedal sections......
Do you have a GPX of this loop? Or rough points where you came off the PDS. Off there end of the month and this is the of big mountain adventure i am after. 👏🏼 class video.
Hi Richard, Unfortunately not, the PDS add on segments in this video are now claimed by walkers trails, there are now also no bikes allowed signs up top. There is a great back country descent down into Samoens from the top of Les Gets, I'd look into getting a guide and trying that for the day. We went with MCF in Les Gets and they were brilliant. Have a great trip!
Sorry for the late reply.......I don't have the GPX I'm afraid, If you message Andy from Ride Southern Spain he may be able to do you some uplifts. He is the man to chat with!
Pronunciation guide for our English friends: Twrch = Say the work Turk or 'too-erk' and it's mostly right. Unless you can pronounce the Welsh CH, which doesn't sound like the CH in Church... Cafall = Cav-ath. Unless you can pronounce the double L, cav-ath is near enough there. Pwca = Poo-Ka Cwm Carn = Kum (like the first bit of Kumbaya) Karn.
Great videos! Im heading there last week of june and first week of july. We will be going by van and i have a tent. I noticed campings are only open in summer. How´s the policy regarding setting van and tent up somewhere in nature? You think we´ll manage to find anything there end of june?
Thanks, glad you enjoyed them! By end of June all/most of the sites should be open. They can be pretty hot on people wild camping in car parks etc. They don't like people pitching tents but if you can stay in the back of the van then you stand more of a chance of not being moved on. As a last resort If the campsites are still closed, Your best bet would be the Ardent cable car car park or Linderets car park. You may get away with evening arrival and early morning tear down but don't quote me on that. p.s Les Gets (La Frene) campsite is the best in the PDS!
Looking to go here! I am happy to arrange myself. I got quoted at £3k for 4 nights and 4 days including accom, lift pass and bike hire. Is that normal? Looks good out there.
Hi Jack, That sounds very expensive. You could easily do it for under half that. Shoot me over an email with your details and i'd be happy to steer you to a cheaper option. mtbtrailhub@gmail.com
Yeah it's soo nice and plush! The giant reign had her day although i'm thinking about converting it to a bit of a xc/trail bike? not sure if it's worth the hassle though.......
Yeah it's crazy how long Paul has been at it! he still grafts hard to get put these events on too! Alot of people have passed through the pedalhounds races over the years!
Back when mountain biking was in its infancy early 90's llandegla was really good, and that was because the trails were not man made, unfortunately it's been spoilt by the commercialisation of the place.
Yeah it's a shame but I think they've had armour the trails now just to keep on top of the maintenance. the amount of riders that pass through these trail centres is crazy! Great for the sport, not so great for natural single track at the trail centres.
Yeah, Saalbach is brilliant. Very different feel to it. Less British, longer descents but less trails. Can be combined with Leogang a short drive away for an epic trip! I made a video of the place here …..ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rs1zD6vOM90.htmlsi=TQFyo9wT0JMNhOn5. Only a few hours from Schladming too which is an incredible bike park….you can find videos also on this channel. 👍
Happy to help, Not that i'm aware of. There used to be a race called Trans savoie but i'm not sure if it still runs. There is a big tour which can be done around Chamonix which i've heard is incredible. SO much out there!
Only do the off piste, the rest is crap. They don't spend any money on it, always asking for volunteers. The only funds are ST holders who tick the biking box. They only care about families/walkers who are daft enough to pay £10.
Yeah I think you're right, although I enjoyed the trail centre loop, I can't help but think there is so much better hidden in this forest for more experienced riders! It's a shame the gov put such tight restrictions in place and stops natural trails being put on the map.
