Nightmare Bike Challenge Overview
The Nightmare Bike Challenge is a demanding and scenic bikepacking event set in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps, offering cyclists a self-supported adventure through some of the region’s most breathtaking landscapes. This challenge combines endurance, exploration, and camaraderie, making it a standout experience for gravel and mountain bike enthusiasts.Event Details
Event Type: Unsupported Gravel/MTB Bikepacking Challenge
Distance: 350 km
Elevation Gain: 8,000 m
Start/Finish Location: Achensee, Tyrol, Austria
Route Highlights:Remote trails and secondary roads through the Karwendel, Kufstein Land, Kitzbühel Alps, Zillertal Alps, and the old town of Innsbruck.
A mix of gravel paths, challenging pushing stretches, and road segments (requiring adherence to traffic rules).
Rules and Guidelines
Stay Safe: Helmets and awareness of safety protocols are mandatory.
Be Insured: Participants must have valid insurance coverage.
No Shortcuts: Riders must follow the designated route.
Unsupported: All participants are responsible for their food, equipment, and problem-solving.
Respect All: Maintain respect for other riders, nature, and locals.
Ride Fair: Promote a spirit of sportsmanship and fairness.
Registration Details
Pricing (Sold Out): Nightmare Bike Challenge (Single): €169.00 (incl. VAT)
Alptraum Bike Challenge Duo: €269.00 (incl. VAT)
Included in the Registration: Event cap
GPS tracking
Goodie bag
Personal pictures
Voucher for post-ride wellness at Atoll Achensee
Refund Policy: January 1 – March 1: 50% refund
March 2 – May 1: 25% refund
After May 1: No refunds
Event Philosophy
The event’s creators, Anna and Adrian, developed this challenge after discovering their passion for bikepacking during the Seven Serpents Gravel 2022. They aim to foster community, adventure, and a love for Tyrol’s natural beauty. Contact Information
Organizer: Adrian Niski
Address: Eggbachweg 17, 6212 Maurach, Austria
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +43 677 64776553
Additional Resources
Instagram: @alptraumbikechallenge
Facebook: Alptraum Bike Challenge
YouTube: EnduranceBub
This unique event allows cyclists to explore the raw beauty of the Alps, test their limits, and share unforgettable moments with like-minded riders. |
