The epic Trans Savoie will once again return for 2016, with 6 tough days of racing on some of the best singletrack around. If you fancy a place you’ll have to be quick as the entries open tonight for 24 hours only! The words below come straight from the event organizer:

Expect more of the same, incredible singletrack racing with stunning views in every direction!
Expect more of the same, incredible singletrack racing with stunning views in every direction!

Entries for next summer’s Trans-Savoie open this Monday the 2nd November 2015 at 19.00GMT. The entry window is open for 24 hours. The Trans-Savoie event will take place during the week 20-27 August 2016, applications are welcomed from all riders, regardless of age, sex or nationality. There are more cheaper, self-supported entry options for 2016 too.

6 days of racing with the majority of climbing taking care by chair lifts.
6 days of racing with the majority of climbing taking care by chair lifts.

After three massively successful events. We’ve lined up more awesome trails including a completely reworked day to fit in some of the best trails we’ve ever found in the Savoie region. Overall there are less pedalling miles on liaison sections than ever before. If you think you can handle riding and racing epic, wilderness singletrack trails for 6 days straight with ski lifts taking care of the bulk of the climbing, make sure to get your entry in. For the last three years, demand has way outstripped the number of places available.

Places are limited and unfortunately can't meet demand so if you want  a place you'll have to be quick!
Places are limited and unfortunately can’t meet demand so if you want a place you’ll have to be quick!

To make the open-to-all event even more accessible, we are again offering the most affordable way to enter the Trans-Savoie with a less expensive, stripped back, self-supported package. Vango LUX pack places will also be available for those looking for a little more space and luxury.The entry process sees all applications screened to ensure riders meet the required level of technical competence and experience required to safely compete, before 110 entry places are randomly allocated (it’s not done on a first come, first served basis). Successful applicants will be notified in early November. A second wave of limited entries (around 20 places) will be available in March 2016. There are no reserve spaces for Pro racers – if you are a Pro rider and wish to participate, we strongly advise getting your entry in early. There are no clashes with EWS events or Eurobike in 2016.

110 places will be randomly allocated to riders that are deemed experienced and competent enough to complete the challenge.
110 places will be randomly allocated to riders that are deemed experienced and competent enough to complete the challenge.

For more information head over to trans-savoie.com.

Entry forms and full pricing details can be found at trans-savoie.com/entry.

Words & Photos: Trans-Savoie.


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