Video: Winter Escape to the Italian Island of Elba

Feb 15, 2024 at 0:50
by SCOR  

Looking for some winter warmth? Fantastic riding? The best gelato? If you answered yes, then the Italian island of Elba is the perfect getaway.

For SCOR team rider Kasi Schmidt Elba is practically a second home. So, when he felt the need for some sun on his face and dust under his tires, there was only one place to go for a slice of the dolce vita (good life).

A quick disclaimer. If you are looking for big jumps and bike park tracks you won't find them here. There is only one jump on the island, and it's not particularly good. If, however, you're looking for superb natural riding, step this way.

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bigquotesMy bike of choice for Elba is my SCOR 4060 LT. It’s super-capable and perfect for the rough trailsKasi Schmidt, SCOR rider

"As my 4060 is set up for jibbing, I slow the rebound on my Intend Edge fork and Intend Hover Gamechanger shock to better suit the trail conditions. I also drop the pressure in my Michelin Wild Enduro’s to 1.8 bar front and rear – perfect for hooking up on the dry, loose dirt."

Are you curious about this special build? Check it out here

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14 Comments
  • 15 0
 Just think, Napoleon used to ride those trails.
  • 9 0
 Just make sure you are able to return to the French mainland.
  • 8 0
 Into the bikes. Into Elba. Not into that musical smorgasbord
  • 1 0
 isola d'elba is amazing for riding, and i'm not saying that cuz i'm italian. i had few races there and i just wish more people would know about it.. it should be a "bike holiday destionation"
  • 1 0
 Recommendations for Best MTB rental shop, assuming there are some, on the island?
  • 3 0
 Able was I ere I saw Elba.
  • 1 0
 So who knows whats the best shop/ friendly guide for Elba?
Ill be there in a few weeks, and im bringing bikes.
  • 2 0
 nice bike
  • 1 0
 Winter? What winter?
  • 1 0
 Very nice video btw! Wink
  • 1 1
 Feels like the video editor had an epileptic shock while cutting.
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