Riders bulletin n.1 April 21, 2025 If you've received this email, you are probably registered for the VII edition of the Appenninica MTB Stage Race, which will be held from June 23rd to June 27th. We are 63 days out. This is the first rider bulletin....
This is the first rider bulletin. These bulletins will provide useful information, news, and mandatory action reminders. The bulletins will answer most questions about the race and logistics, including transfers. Please wait for the bulletins and email us only if...
The renowned MTB stage race in the Emilia-Romagna Apennines confirms its six-day format, announcing its schedule for the 2024 season. Early Bird registration commences on December 1
In the fourth edition of Appenninica (4-10 September 2022), the 104 Km and 3600 metres of elevation gain of the High Mountain Queen Stage' from Castelnovo ne' Monti to Fanano might be the turning point of the race on day 3, Tuesday, September 6thWith its 440 km and...
Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2022 partner for mechanical assistance, Sport Bike Alicante points out five aspects not to be overlooked before tackling the demanding MTB stage race on the Emilia-Romagna Apennines. Even if you have never taken part in an MTB stage...
“Number 138, Mark Anolik, crosses the finish line in Fanano”. After hearing this sentence from the Appenninica MTB Stage Race speaker, Pierpaolo “Pippo” Marani's eyes sparkled. Based in Fanano (Modena), the famous trail builder remembers that name well from the...
We’ve told the story many times but it’s time to explain the genesis of Appenninica MTB Stage Race here.
After the excellent outcome of this year, the event will remain in September. Registrations will open on November 15th Less than a month removed from a beautiful 2020 edition, the organizers of Appenninica MTB Stage Race are already working for 2021, and there is...
The Portuguese rider of the DMT Racing Team made the difference in the final descent, taking his second Appenninica stage victory in Castelnovo ne' Monti. Lorenzo Samparisi was runner-up, followed by GC leader Hans Becking. Esther Süss makes five out of five among...
The Dutch rider of the DMT Racing Team, along with his teammate Tiago Ferreira, made the difference in the 110-km-long Queen Stage of Appenninica with over 4000 meters of elevation gain, further reinforcing his GC lead. Esther Süss continues her clear path among...
The KTM Alchemist Dama rider won stage 3 (Fanano-Fanano), seeing off leader Hans Becking in a sprint. Süss is unbeatable among women. Tomorrow the Queen Stage (110 km!) On the third day of Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race Italy has celebrated its...
Another double for the DMT Racing Team duo in stage 2, 65 km from Porretta Terme to Fanano. The Portuguese won the stage; the Dutchman held the race lead: "The Apennine is stunning!" Esther Süss keeps dominating among women Only two days have passed from the start...
The DMT Racing Team Dutchman has earned the leader’s jersey after the opening time trial in Porretta, won ahead of teammate Ferreira. The Swiss former World Champion set the tone in the Women’s race They were the most expected riders, and they did not disappoint....
From September 27th to October 3rd, from Porretta Terme to Collecchio, passing through Fanano and Castelnovo ne' Monti, Appenninica's second edition starts for 450 km, 16,000 meters of total elevation gain, and featuring big names of the international MTB scene The...
The MTB stage race on the Emilian Apennines (September 27th - October 3rd) will cross the Tuscan-Emilian National Park and the Regional Parks of Eastern, Central and Western Emilia: a full-immersion in the wild nature of the Apennines, including three bike parks...
Focus on the stage venues - A fascinating finale expects Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race (September 27th - October 3rd) as the town in the province of Parma and the medieval Corte are set to host the last two stages Our journey to discover the stage...
More than trails and dirt roads in the MTB stage race on the Emilian Apennines (September 27th-October 3rd), but also tasty local specialties to make the riders' experience even more special Limiting Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race only to the...
Registrations to the stage race on the Emilian Apennines (September 27th - October 3rd) are closed: an exiciting edition is in the cards with great riders at the start, such as Tiago Ferreira and Esther Süss September is the month of Appenninica MTB Parmigiano...
Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race welcomes Hibros in his big family as a new technical sponsor. The company from Bologna is specialized in massage creams and creams for the perineal area. It is perfect for taking care of the muscles after the efforts...
The organizers of the Italian MTB stage race (September 27th- October 3rd) are developing anti-COVID prevention measures, according to the guidelines provided by the Italian Federation and the Government. Two significant changes to the race format: the race will be...
The new "Official Sports Nutrition Partners" of the MTB stage race (September 27th-October 3rd, 2020) will give athletes an essential nutritional and integrative contribution. Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race family has grown bigger thanks to the...
The German MTB International from 1991 to 2004 took part in the Atlanta 1996 Olympics and is now ready to test herself on the trails of Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race The passion for mountain biking never vanishes, no matter if you are no longer a...
Noted the persistent uncertainty about the regular course of sports events, the MTB stage race's organizers decided to postpone the MTB stage race to the autumn: "We want to offer more guarantees" There is to wait a couple of months longer than expected to live the...
Pending the decisions of the Italian Government, the organizers continue to work for the 19-25 July fixture, while also weighing options for an alternative date in September/ October 2020, should the original one become unavailable In Italy activities are gradually...
Parmigiano Reggiano supports the hospitals in the Covid-19 fight
The MTB stage race is working for the 2020 edition (19-25 July) and facing the COVID-19 health emergency: in case of postponement of renouncement for Coronavirus-related reasons, the registration will be kept valid for the next edition Italian and International...
105 km and over 4,200 meters of elevation gain: plenty of fun and suffering in the fourth stage of Appenninica MTB Parmigiano Reggiano Stage Race, from Fanano to Castelnovo ne’ Monti. It will be one of the hardest stages of the whole 2020 MTB season There will be...
There are many ways to live the experience in the Emilian Apennines from July 19th to 25th, with the full-service formula and quality extras. On February 29th the “regular registration” period ends Race plus adventure: that’s the formula that inspired the concepts...
ASD Happy Trail MTB confirms that the maximum number of entries for the 2026 edition of Appenninica MTB Stage Race has been reached, closing registrations for the June 22–26 race in the Emilia-Romagna Apennines. “An important milestone that rewards the work carried out over the years,” say the organizers.
From June 22–26, 2026, the Emilia-Romagna Apennines will take center stage over 310 km and 11,000 meters of total climbing. The race villages of Lizzano in Belvedere, Riolunato, and the grand finale in Castelnovo ne’ Monti are confirmed
Fresh off the 2025 edition, Appenninica MTB Stage Race is already looking ahead. The next chapter of the Italian stage race will take place from June 22nd to 26th, 2026, keeping its five-stage format. Early Bird entries go live on July 2nd
Colombian Diego Arias secures his second overall title after 2022, while Dutch rider Lola Bakker prevails in the women’s race after a week-long battle with Syd Schulz. Spica wins final stage and climbs to third overall.
Another dramatic turnaround in the women's race as Lola Bakker claims her third stage win, building a commanding advantage
Diego Arias wins High Mountain Queen Stage, extending his lead in Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2025. Saitta remains second, with Massimo Rosa taking third on the day.
Lola Bakker responds after Tuesday’s setback, while Syd Schulz manages to limit the damage
Third different winner in as many stages at Appenninica MTB Stage Race 2025: Andrea Candeago claims victory in Riolunato, outsprinting Vincenzo Saitta and teammate Diego Arias to secure the win that eluded him in Vidiciatico.
In the women’s race, Syd Schulz snatches the leader’s jersey from Lola Bakker
After a strong debut, Sicilian rider Vincenzo Saitta wins Stage 2 of Appenninica, outsprinting Diego Arias and Andrea Candeago in Vidiciatico