Cycle tourism - Rural roads, from Manzanares to Lujan. Round trip on Carlos keen and Open Door.

Proposal

SPECIAL DATES ON REQUEST FOR GROUPS OF MINIMUM 6 PEOPLE - ASK FOR DATE.

Route Description

Meeting: We`ll meet at 9:30 am. at the Manzanares train station, where we`ll have a large and free parking lot, to leave our vehicle.

Starting from Manzanares train station, we will ride our bicycles towards Tomás Santa Coloma, the first stop and first town on our route. To get there we`ll cross Provincial Route 6 (always with the necessary precautions to do so safely). Up to here it is 4 km on a dirt road.

We`ll continue our way to the next destination: Etchegoyen Station, and then to Torres. We will take photos in the station and the typical general store. Santa Coloma and Torres are separated by 12 km of rural roads and another 13 km to Carlos Keen.

From Carlos Keen we will ride to Lujan, where we`ll visit its basilica and after the tour and the photos we will start the march to the last town before reaching our destination, we are talking about Open Door.

Ending:

We will start our return to Manzanares, ending our tour in our vehicle and we`ll enjoy the return home, after a rewarding day of pedaling.

Difficulty:

Level: Easy.
Km Approx .: 67 km.
Roads: 80% dirt, 20% asphalt.

Included Services

2 guides coordinating the tour.
Free Verification of the mechanical condition of the Mountain Bike.
2 fruits + Energetics during the tour.
Equipment VHF and cell phone for emergencies.
Personal Accidents Insurance.
Light mechanical assistance. (repair kit, tools, puncture repair supplies, chain cutters, replacement links, cameras, fuses, and other supplies)
Snack at the end.

Services NOT included

Round trip from Buenos Aires
Spare Parts. Extras needed.
MTB Insurance.
Provision of bicycle.
Drinks
Lunch: We can have lunch in a Tipical Restaurant , or you can take your own lunch box.

Note

By Car

How to get to Manzanares ( Ckick Here )

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous experience?

It does not require experience, however it is a long pedaling, ideal to start cycling.

Do we ride with a backpack or saddlebag?

We ride without saddlebags. You can carry a small backpack to have water, extra clothes, Sunscreen, protein bars, etc.

Is it possible to ride with a bicycle that is not MTB?

Because of the geography of the terrain, we do not recommend it. The bicycle we recommend for the trip is a Mountain Bike, minimum 21 gears, with front cushioning, good quality and in good condition.

Can I rent a bicycle ? I have an MTB but it is not so good.

We do not recommend it, we request to bring your own bicycle, the same with the one you work out.

It is also important that you are comfortable and that you know your bike. In case of contacting us, tell us your experience and training. If you do not have a MTB bike or it is diffcult for you for travel reasons, we can evaluate the rent of a bicycle.

What happens if I break my bike?

We have tools and materials to carry out light repairs, but it is important that you know that your bicycle is prepared for this type of activities. If you have doubts, we recommend you to take it to your trusted bicycle shop to perform a service.

Difficulty Graduation System

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20%

MountainBike (B)

MountainBike: Unevenness / Duration of the Day.

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60%

Physical (F)

Physical demand

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20%

Technical (T)

Technician: Difficulty in the Field / Equipment.

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20%

Psycho (P)

Psychological Strength

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Height (A)

Height Exposure

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How to interpret these values?

Each aspect is evaluated from 20% to 100%, where:

20-40%: Basic or beginner level
60%: Intermediate level
80-100%: Advanced or expert level

Ideal for beginners

This adventure is perfect for those starting in outdoor activities.

Required equipment

GENERAL MTB GEAR

Type-Bike Mountain Bike with changes
Helmet (REQUIRED)
Inner tube

Note: The repair equipment, such as tools, material for puncture repair, chain cutter, links spare part, and other materials will be in charge of our company.

CLOTHES & PERSONAL ELEMENTS