We continue sharing more about the team on the road — the people who truly make the experience on our tours special. This time, part of our Italian team answers key questions about climbing, pacing, and those “pinch me” moments you only get when riding the Dolomites and iconic Giro stages.
Meet the Team on the Road
This is the team guiding you through Italy’s most iconic rides:
- Nicola rode alongside some of the strongest riders of his era — Nibali, Contador, Wiggins — bringing that level of experience directly to the road.
- Marco, former professional with 28 career victories, started cycling by chance — and never stopped.
- Andrea has spent 27 years in cycling, from competitive racing to guiding, including podium finishes in major Granfondos like Maratona dles Dolomites.
- Luca grew up inside Italian racing culture, competing internationally before shifting his focus to sharing the sport with others. Guide across multiple Giro tours.
- Andreana brings a different perspective — years working inside the organisation of the Giro d’Italia itself. Guide and driver across multiple Giro tours.
Together, they bring pro-level experience, local knowledge, and a deep connection to these roads.
How to Approach the Big Climbs
The Dolomites and Giro stages are not just physically demanding — they require the right mindset.
- “Start calm and keep a steady pace. The mountain always wins if you rush.” — Andrea
- “Pedal agilely and stay within your rhythm.” — Luca
- “Push at 60–70% of your limit. Not more.” — Nicola
Across the team, the message is consistent: pacing is everything. The strongest riders are not the fastest at the start — but the ones who manage effort over time.
The Biggest Mistakes Riders Make
The climbs are long, the elevation is real, and small mistakes quickly become big ones.
- “Underestimating the elevation, eating too little and pushing too hard.” — Andrea
- “Not eating or drinking enough, or starting too fast.” — Luca
- “No food, no water, no extra clothes — that’s where problems start.” — Nicola
Simple principles, often overlooked — but critical for enjoying the ride.
What Makes These Climbs Special
From Stelvio to Gavia, from Sella to the Maratona routes, these climbs carry history.
- “The Giro is passion, history, good food, epic climbs… it cannot be explained.” — Marco
- “It’s a pink river through mountains and villages.” — Andreana
Each climb is more than a road — it’s part of something bigger.
The “Pinch Me” Moments
There are moments during the ride when it stops feeling like a tour — and starts feeling like something else entirely.
- “You ride on closed roads, with people cheering you on — you feel like a pro.” — Nicola
- “When you approach the finish, you feel the atmosphere of the Giro.” — Andrea
- “Streets decorated in pink, crowds waiting… it’s something you can’t recreate.” — Andrea
These are the moments guests remember — long after the climb is done.
More Than Just Climbing
While the climbs define the challenge, the experience goes beyond the bike.
- “When you ride full stages together, the guest becomes a travel companion.” — Marco
- “I like seeing guests happy, knowing I’m part of their experience.” — Luca
Behind every ride is a team making sure everything runs smoothly — so you can focus on the road ahead.
Ride It the Right Way
Climbing the Dolomites or Giro stages is not about proving something.
It’s about riding them properly — with the right pace, support, and guidance.
With the season approaching, we have the last places remaining on selected Giro tours and Maratona dles Dolomites Enel Getaway.
This is your chance to experience these climbs the way they’re meant to be ridden — with a team who knows every turn.