Rider’s Bulletin n.1/2024

Rider's Bulletin | Rider’s Bulletin (2024)

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 you have an unusual situation to discuss.

Basics and Updates:

On the website, you can find lots of information and we add more useful info periodically. The FAQ page is updated with the questions that we get asked the most.
The riders’ bulletins will be saved on the website so you won’t have to dig them out of your inbox. Make sure you read them all.
What is included in your race entry is listed under What you get.
Extra packages such as hotels are listed on the website and you’ll be able to book them from your ENDU account.
If you have a companion or supporters with you, we offer specific services and packages; click here.

Reminders and To Do:

Spread the word. Do you know of anyone that could join you? Have them register soon because we have only a few spots left (after that we will open a waiting list). Also, follow our social media channels and use #AppenninicaMTB and #Appenninicafamily on your posts. Thank you!
Rules. The race rules are published here (you can also download a pdf with the latest and approved race rules). Your acceptance of those rules is implied with your registration.
Online registration. We’ll contact you via email If your registration is not complete or if we have questions.

Pre-race hotel options

The first stage of Appenninica 2024 is on Monday, September 2nd, starting in Bologna and following in the footsteps of the 2024 Italian Grand Départ of the Tour de France! The partner hotel is The Social Hub Bologna.

We have secured more rooms in Bologna for Sunday the 1st including single/private rooms, which were sold out.

You can book the following:

Shared room for two (twin beds or one double bed; specify); contact us to indicate your roommates (Euro 205)
Private room for one rider (Euro 145)

The cost includes all taxes and fees, breakfast, and a fixed menu dinner (drinks are not included).

Arriving even earlier?

Some of you have also requested to book the night of August 31st (or even the 30th). Contact us if you need those nights as well.

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