Description
This passage outlines the top 5-day mountain bike trail in Morocco, beginning from Marrakech and passing through various Berber villages. Each day will entail different biking distances. Participants will receive meals and overnight accommodations in local lodgings. The trip includes airport transfers, lodging, a guide, meals, drinks, and return transfers to Marrakech. It's important to note that there are no specific limits on the biking distances each day, so participants can ride as much or as little as they prefer.
Trip Essential Info
Please find below a list of essentials that you should take with you when cycling:
The Two Essentials:
- Bike
- Helmet
Core Gear:
- Hydration packs or water bottles
- Eye protection (sunglasses or clear lenses)
- Gloves
- First-aid items (see our First-Aid Checklist)
Core Repair Items:
- Spare tube or tubes (and/or patch kit)
- Compact pump
- Tyre levers
- Cycling multi-tool (with Allen wrenches)
Clothing:
- Wicking jersey or top
- Footwear suited to bike's pedals
- Padded shorts or tights
- Cycling socks
- Rainwear
- Weatherproof gloves
- Stowaway wind jacket
- Insulation layer(s) for cool conditions
- Buff/bandana/skullcap
- Arm/leg warmers
Gear Options:
- Lock
- Water bottles with cages
- Cycling computer and/or GPS
- Compass
- Saddle or handlebar bag
- Wrist altimeter
- Headlight
- Taillight
- Emergency whistle
Repair-kit Options:
- Patch kit
- Spare tyre
- Pressure gauge
- Chain tool
- CO2 inflator (with cartridges)
- Replacement chain links
- Spare spokes (minimum of 6)
- Lubricant
- Spoke wrench
- Brake and derailleur cables
- 6" adjustable wrench
- Assorted nuts and bolts
- General-purpose multi-tool
- Duct tape
Freeriding Gear:
- Full-face helmet
- Elbow pads
- Shin guards
- Upper body protection
Personal Items:
- Medical information/emergency contact card
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Chamois cream
- Small, quick-dry towel (for cleanups)
- Baby wipes (for cleanups)
- Toilet paper and/or tissue
- Lunch/snacks
- Performance food/gels/drinks
- Maps
- Guidebook or route description
- Trailhead permit (if needed)
- Camera
- Cell phone
- Cash/credit card/ID