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Race Report | URGE 1001 Enduro Tour #4 in Roubion, France

16.06.2015
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Honestly, wish the amount of crashes I’ve had, I don’t remember 5 days ago, nevermind 5 years. Well, we’re sure Florian Nicolai remembers, because back in 2010 he won his first ever enduro race at Roubion in South Eastern France, so what better way to relive the last 5 years than rekindling this moment of glory where it all began?

Currently residing third in the rankings of the Enduro World Series and with 3 overall titles of the URGE 1001 Enduro Tour under his belt, Florian took on the slippery trails of Roubion and to no-surprise, won the 4th round of the tour. Albeit not an easy task, as Loic Piazzon, the KTM rider, was constantly on his wheel while Arnaud Tabusteau and Valentin Escriou compiled the rest of the podium.

Florian Nicolai took first place for the 4th time...
Florian Nicolai took first place for the 4th time…
Well this doesn't look like a fun ascent. The hills of Roubion in South France held host to the URGE 1001 #4
Well this doesn’t look like a fun ascent. The hills of Roubion in South France held host to the URGE 1001 #4

One surprise for the race was Meggie Bichard, who’s currently ranked 6th in the EWS, actually finished with the same time as Florian.

The South of France hosts some truly impressive castles. I guess it's something to take your mind off the climb.
The South of France hosts some truly impressive castles. I guess it’s something to take your mind off the climb.

Results:

Men:
1. Florian Nicolai
2. Loic Piazzon
3. Valentin Escriou

Women:
1. Meggie Bichard
2. Julie Duvert
3. Mary Moncorge

For the full results, visit: 1001sentiers.fr

Words: Andrew Richardson Photos: 1001 Sentiers.FR

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