Join us on a Roadventure When we created Podia it was never about who could go faster or the lightest bikes around, it was about going out, exploring new places and experiencing something different with great riding companions.

The Home of Podia Tatra Mountains, Poland & Slovakia 21st - 25th September 2016 We have spent a lot of time exploring the roads around the Tatra Mountains, you could even say it is our 'home turf '. Not only was the first Podia film 'Life, Death and the Art of Cycling' filmed here, but the very foundations of the Podia blog began by making ‘New Roads’ articles discovering the region. The Tatras form part of the Carpathian Mountain range that runs through much of Eastern Europe and make the perfect place to explore by bike. Our routes have been carefully selected to show you some of the many highlights of the area. Our ride guides are eager to share with you the rich history of the region as well as the cycling scene of this part of Europe.

Wednesday 21st September – Arrival Day You will be collected from Kraków airport and transferred to our mountain base. Once bikes have been prepared a short ride in the local area will help stretch the legs after the travelling and meet the other people in the group. Dinner will follow at the base. Thursday 22nd September - Day 2 The first full day in the mountains will bring a favourite ride of ours. It has featured in Podia articles and the first Podia film. Crossing into Slovakia, the loop will cover around 120km and 1800m elevation. The day will be supported with ride food and drink and will finish with a traditional Polish dinner back at the base. Friday 23rd September - Day 3 The second day in the mountains and a chance to explore some of the roads around the Pieniny National Park as they wrap around the Dunajec River. Our support vehicle will be on call, ready to supply ride food and drink when needed. An evening meal will be served at a special location where a metal sculptor has spent the last decade working on every detail of the restaurants décor.

Saturday 24th September - Day 4 The final day brings the chance to visit the high mountains on the Slovakian side of the Tatra range. The difficulty of the ride can be tailored to each member of the group by transferring to and from locations by vehicle. To celebrate four days of riding we will finish the day with a traditional BBQ feast during which you will have a chance to fill up on local food and drinks. Sunday 25th September – Departure day Transfer back to Kraków airport. For those of you interested in an afternoon in the medieval centre of the city, this can be arranged.

Roadventure includes... - Small groups of 6-8 riders - Four nights single or double occupancy accommodation - Four days of riding - Exclusive & customised Podia jersey - Ride guides with in-depth local knowledge - Ride support with mechanical assistance - Ride photography - Routes designed around experiencing the local area

Crew The crew of four people will be looking after you on and off the bike. We will have two experienced ride leaders with in-depth knowledge of the area, a supporting vehicle with a trained mechanic as well as photographer who will be there to capture memories of your first Podia Roadventure.

- Transfers from Kraków airport (flights not included) - Breakfast and dinners (alcohol not included) - Ride nutrition and hydration provided by Chimpanzee - BBQ & Drinks on the final night - Bike hire by advanced request (additional costs apply)

Contact Podia Roadventures [email protected]

Riding Have you thought of riding in new places with new experiences? Places you know your friends haven't been? We did, and that is what inspired us to go and explore in the Heart of Europe, where you will find some of the wildest scenery around. We have been riding these roads for a while with people who have lived here all their lives and so we know the best places and views. Each day of riding will be tailored to the group. A support vehicle with a trained mechanic will be in the vicinity of every ride, so there will be no need to carry anything extra in your pockets. As one of Podia’s specialities is documenting our adventures, this one will be no different. Podia’s photographer will make sure you have some memorable images of the weekend to take home with you.

Riding includes... - Easy warm up ride on the arrival day - 3 days of riding in the Tatra and Pieniny Mountains - Daily rides from 100-130km with 1000-2000m elevation - Vehicle and mechanic support when needed - Photos to capture the moments of the weekend - Ride nutrition and hydration - Exclusive Podia jersey customised with your name

Accommodation & Food We want Podia Roadventures to be as much about riding in new places as experiencing the country and local region. With this in mind we have found a mountain base in a 3-star hotel in Białka Tatrzańska. Located in a ski resort town with numerous local amenities. Each guest will be provided with comfortable single or double occupancy en-suite bedroom and bike storage. The hotel benefits from SPA facilities such as sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, as well as sports massage on request, so your legs will be well prepared for the next day of cycling. Breakfasts will be served in the hotel restaurant. The same restaurant will host dinners for the first two nights. On the Friday evening we have planned a meal in a different and unusual location. To celebrate the Roadventure weekend on Saturday night we will have traditional BBQ feast.

Accommodation & Food includes... - Mountain base in 3-star Hotel - Traditional Polish accommodation and restaurants - Single or double occupancy en-suite bedrooms - Buffet breakfasts - Traditional dinners for first two nights - Friday evening dinner in a special location - BBQ and drinks on the Saturday night - SPA facilities including steam room and jacuzzi

FAQs & Terms Pricing and availability The price for this Roadventure including everything outlined above is €750. Check availability and guarantee you place by following this link to the Podia Shop.

Company Information Podia Roadventures are provided by Max Burgess Podia, registered at ul. Josepha Conrada 39, 31 - 357 Kraków, Poland, entered in the Central Registration and Information on Business (CEIDG) with Taxpayer’s Identification Number (NIP): 9442247452 and National Official Business Register Number (REGON): 360227621. Max Burgess Podia acts as Tour Operator for Podia Roadventures and has received a guarantee backing number 02.771.238 in the amount of EUR7.500,00 of AXA Insurance service company (AXA Towarzystwo Ubezpieczeń i Reasekuracji S.A.) to organize and lead the cycling trips in Poland and adherent to Poland countries.

Your booking In booking your Roadventure you confirm that you are over the age of 18 and have read, understood and accept these terms and conditions. During your Podia Roadventure we ask you to follow the instructions of your Podia ride leaders at all times; ensure that you are of an appropriate level of fitness; notify us of any medical ailments from which you suffer which may affect your ability to participate in the Roadventure; wear a helmet at all times whilst cycling; not cycle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs; and ensure you have travel insurance, providing you with cover for baggage, cycling equipment and medical expenses whilst on the Podia Roadventure. We will ask for details of this insurance upon arrival.

Cancellations We hope once booked, your circumstances will not change and you will not want to cancel your trip. However if the unforeseen circumstances arise and you will inform us by email at [email protected] at least 30 days prior the commencement of the trip we will refund your deposit or full amount of money paid. If you wish to cancel the trip with less than 30 days notice, we will only be able to refund 50% of the money paid. We cannot be reliable for refunds of any other costs incurred by you (namely transportations, flights, insurances).

Further Information As well as the friendly Podia Team, you will be riding with like-minded Podia friends from around the world, who share the same passion for exploring new places as well as appreciating nice bikes and great cycling kit. If you wish to bring a non-riding companion, please contact us regarding a specifically tailored price and plan for the adventure. Once you have paid a deposit, your place will be confirmed on the Roadventure by email and we will ask you for more information regarding travel arrangements, dietary requirements and preferences for your custom Podia jersey.

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