Enduro in Chile: Surfing Destination Matanzas Hosts the National Montenbaik Enduro Series by Montenbaik

From Romeral to Matanzas, in no more than a week. The rains and the bad weather forced to change the place of the race but gave us a great event on one of the most incredible beaches in the coast of Chile.

Matanzas is a small town, located in the commune of Navidad, about three hours from Santiago. This place is known worldwide for having unbeatable wind conditions for nautical sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Some time ago, the MTB has been taking some spaces with new places to practice, such as the Bike Park of the Hotel Olas de Matanzas, El Maitén Park and other sectors of the region. The town hosted events like the Trail Mach Hotel Surazo and for two times it was the final destination of the Santa Cruz Andes Pacifico Montenbaik Enduro – all that have confirmed the tremendous potential of the area for enduro, together with all the daily work that local and native riders do to boost the MTB.

On this second EWS Qualifier in Chile, we had everything. We started with a clear and sunny Saturday, however, the wet and muddy tracks by the rains of past weeks increased technical difficulty and got especially physical challenging since the ridding was heavy. With the passing of the hours, the good weather allowed the improvement of the tracks for the Sunday race.

At 9:00a.m., the almost 400 riders got ready to go out and roll the six special stages for Enduro 1, and five for Enduro 2, accompanied by a sunny day, they started the penultimate race of the National Championship Montenbaik Enduro Series.

Check the details next in the photo-report of the race, and we'll see you in November for Ninhue: the seventh and last race of the Montenbaik Enduro Series 2017 and EWS Qualifier.

In the middle of the fishermen's quarters of Matanzas the layout was erected, a place that gave a lot of vibe to the race, like the event to the community.

Florence Espineira continues to rule, riding stronger on her Trek every day. She achieved a time of 19:16:88. It was ranked first in the Open Ladies category.

Pedro Burns wins in Matazas with a time of 17:23:76. He was the fastest of the weekend, escorted by Mauricio Acuna and Pedro Ferreira.

Nacho Barbosa, general producer of the National Championship Montenbaik Enduro Series, ordering the staff teams.

"Los Rastrillos", team led by Clemente Izquierdo, has the mission to leave the tracks clean as soon as possible, normally it gets clean on the same day of the race. On this occasion, much of the team was formed by the so-called "natives", Manuel, Carlos and Sebastian, who live in Pupuya and El Maiten.

Paula Jara, rider of Damas Light, tuning last details before leaving.

Last meters of the special test "The Diablada" of the Bike Park OMZ. Recognized for its classic pine forest that practically reaches the beach.

A "gripazoooo". The previous rains and the terrain provided the riders with tremendous grip.

Large, demonstrating all his knowledge on his Giant Reign. Early, before the runners start, the tracks are checked to make them grade A.

Sebastian Abrigo, a total passion for bikes has always been one of the benchmarks of the MTB and especially the DH in Matanzas. The Gozadora, in its version Downhill, has been its treasure better-taken care of and worked.

The chips are the ones that carry information from the broker. The greatest virtue of these is that they work everywhere and we can deliver the results immediately.

Jose Manuel Perez, going for the record with 100% attendance in all the races of this year and the KrossCup 2016.

View from the OMZ Hotel towards the beach, where you can also see the Hotel Surazo, both hotels were very important part in the realization of the event, either for the support and support, as well as the reception of the companions who took advantage of enjoying its gastronomy and facilities during the weekend.

Starting point of the special event "La Gozadora". Hugo Bazaes, runner of Promo E2, coming out thoroughly!

Manuela Baeza, runner of Ladies Light, bypassing Matanzinos forests.

Don Nene is one of the few farmers who is staying in the area, besides giving all his unselfish support to the step of the race, always gives the time to share and give away very good stories. In the photo, we see him next to his granddaughter.

Anto and Flo do not hide the smile or the joy during the liaisons.

Catalina Fuentes and Laura Munizaga, sharing a selfie before "El Arado" stage.

Kuki Gardulski in the forest of boulders in the middle of El Arado. Due to the rains and humidity of the place, it remained slippery throughout the weekend.

And the last special is set, the most expected for many riders... in the Layout is where you share the experiences of racing with other riders, friends, and families.

Brewery Kross, is the one that fulfills the mission to replace and to quench the thirst of all Montenbaikers. Salud!

Typical sights of Matanzas, kites, and windsurfing, take the sea, while cyclists dominate the hills.

Energies are recovered with Hagn's Gourmet. The versatile Juan Hang next to his food truck, race to race is present in the Montenbaik Enduro delivering good vibes and rich food.

#FUERZAGUGA, Koke Verdugo in solidarity with our champion.

Pedro Burns beginning to celebrate the triumph of the race. Respectful and affectionate greeting with his opponents.

Aurelio, Gabriel, "Negro" and "Chema", the essential guys of every race. They are the ones behind the infrastructure, rescue, and logistics of all things. Thanks, guys.

Every race, the Tienda Ride family is always present. They are native of the fifth region, who with their strong support the riders of Vina del Mar, Renaca, Limache among other localities.

The Master Promo A enjoying the incredible prizes delivered by Bstia. The lucky riders took a pickup pad from the van, a wheel-carrying bag, and a windbreaker. Thank you very much Bstia for the support with 100% Chilean products.

Damas Open standings for the 6th stage of the National Championship Montenbaik Enduro Series. 1st place Florence Espineira (19:16:8

, 2nd Place Antonia Wurth (20:52:74) and 3rd place Laura Munizaga (21:06:77).

General standings for the 6th stage of the National Championship Montenbaik Enduro Series. 1st place Pedro Burns (17:23:76), 2nd place Mauricio Acuna (17:33:36), 3rd place Pedro Ferreira (17:38:36), 4th place Jorge Verdugo (17:46:8

and 5th place Andreas Kukulis (17:47:34). Congratulations to all of you!

The rich grill of these Matanzinos, who took the opportunity to offer some excellent anticuchos along with good vibes for all cyclists and spectators, meters from the beach. Thank you for receiving us and making it a spectacular day.

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