Back at The Beach – the EES 2015 Season Finale
The European Enduro Series 2015 is almost over. But once more the riders cope with challenging terrain and give their best on the sandy trails of Benalmádena, 12 kilometers west of the city of Málaga, Spain. Today the fifth mandatory training of the EES 2015 ended for the participants with one voice: “Sandy, challenging and unfamiliar.” The race starts tomorrow morning right in the middle of the city of Benalmádena. In total 29.5 km and 4 stages are waiting for the riders to come. Altogether, the trails will be a combination of sandy soil mingled with rocky parts. So, nothing comparable to the trails the riders know from the Alps. During the sophisticated race with its tough climbing sections, the shredders will barely have the time to enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean or the Málaga upstate. Briefly, the best conditions to finally crown queen and king of the series in 2015.
As for now it is still up in the air, who will be crowned king of the Men Elite class. The top favorites Markus Reiser (GER) and Michal Prokop (CZE) are already in Benalmádena and ready for the final showdown tomorrow. Or will James Shirley (GBR) challenge the podium for Reiser or Prokop?
Even in the Women Elite Class, nothing is fixed by now. Since Monika Büchi from Switzerland has to cure her dislocated shoulder, it is all up to Sandra Börner and Lisa Policzka (GER). But both of them need have an eye on Miriam Alcantara. The local youngster knows the trails around Benalmádena inside out and is ready for her third Enduro race.
For all details please visit: http://europeanenduroseries.com or https://www.facebook.com/europeanenduroseries
Enjoy some impressions from the first day:
They don't have only beaches here in spain - the wonderful mountains of Benalmadena.
This rider has finished his training.
The last numberplates of 2015 were waiting for the riders this morning.
Local organizers explaining the trails.
Looking forward to the enduro adventure in Benalmadena.
The cablecar brings the riders and their bikes on top of the mountain, where the stages start.
No time to enjoy the view - riders preparing for the descent.
Pedal with and race against your friends - that's enduro.
Pedalling alone is also an option.
Kai Wendschuh from Germany again representing the N8tive team.
Matthias Stonig (MS Mondraker Team) back from injury goes for the podium.
The german Enduro Champion 2015 Fabian Scholz, focues on the spanish conditions.
Michal Prokop - the winner of the Czech Enduro Series 2015 - will he win the EES 2015 as well?
Spanish trails - spanish rider (Moreno Salvador).
Alejandro Arroyo for sure has style on his bike, but will he be fast as well?
Attention David, the marshalls are watching you.
Franz, we found your gloves!
James (Jamesyboy) Shirley - always stylish - always fast!
Derek Laughland from Great Britain is wearing the EES race jersey with pride.
Riders chatting how to handle the sandy trails of Benalmadena.
Milan Cizinsky and Michal Prokop, two faithful EES riders from Czech Republic will have fun at the last stop of 2015.
A short rain shower- these guys don't mind.
We are happy to welcome these irish crew at the EES for the first time.
Markus Reiser (Focus Trail Team) is getting prepared for the overall win.
Benalmadena says good night.
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garcmol
(Oct 28, 2015 at 11:16)