The Mountain Races Podcast Silk Road Mountain Race Ltd

Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race, an 880km fixed route, unsupported, single-stage cycling race through the mountains of Greece. With nearly 28,000 metres of climbing in some of the most remote landscapes in Greece, riders are in for an adventure.
Allan Shaw reports live from registration, catching up with riders as they get checked in and locked in for the journey ahead. Last year’s edition was characterized by less than ideal weather and the unknowns that come with a first edition. With some revisions to the route and better conditions, we look forward to seeing how the race takes shape.
Tune in tomorrow to hear how riders fair on the first day of their journey from Meteora to Nafpaktos.
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Hosted by Allan Shaw
Editing and cover art design by Mel Webb

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Welcome to day one of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Early Saturday morning riders set off from the picturesque town of Meteora. After a scenic singletrack loop around the monasteries, riders headed into the mountains. In many ways this year is reminiscent of last year's circumstances, with heavy rain during the day and into the evening. Tune into see how riders faired on the first day of their grand adventure.
This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com
Follow the riders dots on MAProgress
Hosted by Allan Shaw
Production and editing by Mel Webb

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Welcome to day 2 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. After a rainy first night, many riders took shelter while others opted to push through. Allan caught up with our riders at various points along the course, from the beautiful Vikos Gorge, to Kipoi, to the highest point of the race just before checkpoint one. While we're only nearing 48 hours into the race, everyone had countless tales from their travels.
This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com
Follow the riders dots on MAProgress
Hosted by Allan Shaw
Production and editing by Mel Webb

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Welcome to day 3 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Many of our riders have now gotten their stamp at checkpoint one and are on their way into the wilderness beyond Metsovo. Allan spent the evening of Day 2 at CP1, catching up with riders before they took off. We also hear from some of our riders further back ahead of receiving their stamp and cap off the episode at CP2 with some of our leaders. While many will tell you the impacts the elevation has had on their brake pads, you'll also hear countless stories of how the beauty of the course has been worth the effort. Tune in to hear how the day unfolded.
This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com
Follow the riders dots on MAProgress
Hosted by Allan Shaw
Production and editing by Mel Webb


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Welcome to Day 4 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. While the head of the race is nearing the finish line, there's still a long road to go for many. Allan catches up with riders at the haven that is CP2. By now, many stories have begun to surface. Race Director Nelson Trees also provides an update on the field and how things have unfolded so far. Tune in to hear what's unravelled in the past 24 hours, this is one you don't want to miss.
This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com
Follow the riders dots on MAProgress
Hosted by Allan Shaw
Production and editing by Mel Webb

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Welcome to day 5 of Hellenic Mountain Race. Today Allan catches up with riders at CP3 in the ski resort town of Karpenisi. Karpenisi is the final major town before riders head out into the wild for the final arduous stretch. We hear from our eventual women's winner, Mascha, as well as a host of other characters.
This podcast is made possible thanks to the support from Holy Fat. To shop their energy dense sports nutrition go to holy-fat.com
Follow the riders dots on MAProgress
Hosted by Allan Shaw
Production and editing by Mel Webb

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.