What’s The Best Way To Explore New Trails?

Ferg and Rich take on the iconic Italian trails with two completely different approaches: private shuttles and local guiding versus self-guided pedaling and earning every turn. Watch as they tackle the legendary terrain of Finale Ligure to find out who gets the ultimate experience and maxes out their time on the bike.

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 - Intro
1:25 - The plan for the day
05:00 - Heading to the first trails
06:49 - Ferg doesn't hate pedalling
07:56 - Bikes should make you smile
09:14 - Downhill shredding
13:43 - What does Charlie think?
14:37 - Lunch stop
17:10 - I don't mind the pain
17:43 - Earn your turns
19:45 - Rich reaches the top of Rocche Gianche
21:45 - Ferg's last downhill run
25:03 - Back in the square

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