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FAQ

Medical certificate

It is MANDATORY for all participants to present the medical certificate to the organization. The accepted certificates are (1 or 2):

1. Certificate of suitability for the practice of sports activities of particular and high cardiovascular commitment. You can find the model here.
2. Competitive Medical Certificate for Cycling.

The medical certificate must expire after April 27, 2025 and must be uploaded to your personal area on bikeadventureseries.com.

If the medical certificate is not compliant, it will be rejected and the registered person must submit a new compliant one within the established times.

Anyone who does not comply with this requirement will not be considered regularly registered and is not entitled to a refund of the registration fee.

Each participant must declare in accordance with Presidential Decree no. 445 of December 28, 2000 that the documents submitted by him are truthful and correspond to the originals in his possession.

The medical certificate must be uploaded to the user profile by March 27, 2025.

Why must I present a medical certificate if it is not a race?

Even though Unpaved Roads is not a race, the presentation of a medical certificate is still required to participate in the event. This requirement is standard for participation in any sporting event and is intended to ensure the safety and health of all participants.

In addition, the medical certificate offers the opportunity to have a check on your personal health condition before embarking on a cycling experience such as Unpaved Roads. You can find more information on the procedure for submitting the medical certificate in the dedicated section.

How do you participate in the Unpaved Road Punta Ala?

Registration for Unpaved Roads Punta Ala will open on February 10, 2025 at noon. To register, simply follow the simple online registration procedure on Bike Adventure Series.

Registrations are limited (500 places available).

How do I sign up?

Unpaved Roads has joined the Bike Adventure Series and from this year registrations will be managed by this new portal. Create an account now on bikeadventureseries.com

Here's how to register:

• Click on the Register button at the top
• You will be directed to the new portal through which we manage registrations (Bike Adventure Series)
• Press on “Login” (top right corner)
• Enter your email and password
• And press on “Register”

If you have already participated in Unpaved Roads, use the same login on bikeadventureseries.com
(don't worry, if you don't remember your password you can easily recover it).

You can upload the medical certificate and it will be valid for all events of the Bike Adventure Series.

You can also upload the certificate at a later time

Can I register a friend?

Each participant must have an associated user profile to be able to upload the certificate and access all the news of the Bike Adventure Series portal, which we will reveal little by little.

Therefore, you CANNOT directly register a friend or add two products to the cart, as you must have all the data requested at the time of registration.

If you want to register a friend, make sure you have all their data and create a user profile with their email address. This is very important for the management not only of the certificate, but also of all the news that we will communicate to you.

NOTE: Each participant must have a unique user profile, but the payment can be made from the same source. Therefore, you can correctly fill in the fields for them, entering their email address, but you can make the payment with your card or PayPal/Stripe.

What happens after the Registration?

Once you have completed your registration and made the payment, you will automatically receive an order confirmation email. We recommend that you keep an eye on your spam folder, as the email may end up there.

If you do not receive the order notification email, do not worry, the PayPal/Stripe or credit card payment receipt will be the confirmation of your registration.

For any problem, contact the organization by email at: [email protected]. IMPORTANT: Save the address [email protected] in your contacts to avoid emails ending up in spam. We are unable to track who receives the emails.

The next official communications will be sent by email in the week following the registration closing date.

But there is a big news

Once you have completed the registration, go to your dashboard of the user profile you created, scroll down look next to the icon of your events and click on "View Details". A screen will open where you will have access to all the details of the event right away.

From here you can access all the information about the event such as the program, view the tracks, Komoot tracks, download the GPX files, access the digital guide and much more.

In short, from this page you will always have all the information about the event updated in real time, so we recommend that you always keep an eye on it so as not to miss any news.

When will I receive the digital guide?

The digital guide is a valuable document that contains all the information every participant needs to know about the event. This detailed document includes the starting location with its Google Maps pin, event and activity times, a description of the routes, provisional and definitive tracks, sponsor discounts, accommodation deals (if applicable) and much more.

The digital guide will be available immediately on your Bike Adventure Series profile dashboard page.

To access your profile click here.

The guide will be sent via a link, which means you will have access to all updates and communications in real time. We strongly recommend that you read the guide carefully, as all the information you need will be contained within it.

Although all the information is available immediately, we will send you two emails reserved for event participants, titled 'Official Communication No. 1' and 'Official Communication No. 2'.

If you do not receive the emails, please contact the organization. However, don't worry, as all the most important information will be available in your dashboard.

If you do not receive the order notification email, don't worry, the PayPal/Stripe or credit card payment receipt will be the confirmation of your registration.

For any problem, contact the organization by email at: [email protected]. IMPORTANT: Save the address [email protected] in your contacts to avoid the emails ending up in spam. We are unable to keep track of who receives the emails.

The next official communications will be sent by email in the week following the registration closing date.

When will I receive the route tracks?

The tracks of the routes are contained within your dashboard on the Bike Adventure Series profile and in the digital guide.

At the beginning you will receive the provisional tracks, which will be useful for studying the route in detail. Initially, the tracks will be sent via the Komoot link, one of the best applications on the market, which will allow you to examine the characteristics of the routes, such as climbs and descents, among other things.

A week before the event, in the digital guide, you will find the link to download the definitive tracks in .gpx format, which you can then insert into your GPS navigators. All this information will be available in the digital guide and in your dashboard.

How do I know if I can handle the journey?

To determine if you are ready to tackle one of our routes, keep these tips in mind:

Distance and Elevation: Throughout the site, you will find information about the total kilometers of the route and the elevation gain. This data will give you an idea of ​​the length and difficulty of the route. Carefully consider whether you are ready to tackle such a challenge based on your experience.

Cycling Experience: While our routes are designed to suit both experienced and novice cyclists, it is recommended that you have some experience riding on dirt roads. If you are a beginner, you may want to start with an easier route to gain confidence.

Technical Sections: Carefully read the route description provided by the digital guide and the Komoot links. Any technical or difficult sections will be highlighted. If you encounter a section that is beyond your capabilities, don't worry, you can always get off your bike and continue on foot. There is no judgement or shame in this.

Planning: Make sure you are well prepared. Make sure you have the right clothing for the weather, enough food and water, and a bike in good condition. Careful planning is essential for a successful day.

Safe Riding: Remember that Unpaved Roads is not a competition. Don't take excessive risks. If at any point you feel unsafe or unsafe on any part of the trail, don't hesitate to get off your bike and continue on foot. Your safety is the main priority.

In conclusion, consider these aspects carefully and come and have fun at Unpaved Roads where you will not find any competitive anxiety. The main goal is to enjoy cycling and the adventure in nature. Don't be afraid to take a cautious approach and adapt the route to your needs. Your safety is paramount.

What type of bicycle can I use to participate?

Unpaved Roads has been designed and developed for gravel road enthusiasts.

Gravel bikes are the most suitable to participate, but all types of off-road bikes are allowed, including gravel, mountain bikes (MTB) and electric mountain bikes (e-MTB).

If you own a road bike, this is not suitable for the event routes. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact the organization

Registrations are already closed; is there a chance to participate anyway?

If registrations have already been closed there is no way to participate in the Unpaved Roads. For this reason we invite you to respect the registration deadlines.

I'm registered for the event but won't be able to attend. Can you send me the event package?

The event pack must be picked up in person during the hours specified in the digital event guide. We do not ship event packs.

Please follow the instructions provided in the digital guide for picking up your pack and attending the event.

Can another person collect the event package?

Yes, it is possible for someone else to pick up your event package on your behalf, but there is a specific procedure that must be followed.

Before picking up your package, please contact the event organizers by email to let them know that you wish to authorize someone else to pick up your package on your behalf. You must also present a written and signed authorization and the identity document of the person for whom you are making the collection.

These documents (signed authorization and photocopy of the document) must be handed over directly when picking up your event package. Make sure to carefully follow the instructions provided by the organizers to ensure that the collection goes smoothly.

I'm registered; how will I follow the itinerary?

All participants will be provided with GPS tracks for the three routes (long and short).

Each participant will thus be able to correctly follow the itinerary thanks to their own GPS device or smartphone application.

I am a registered member but cannot attend. Is there a refund?

As per the rules that you must read before registering, there is no refund / partial refund / transfer of registration to the following year / transfer of your registration to another person.

Will I find refreshments along the route?

All participants will be able to enjoy the welcome aperitif.

During the event there will be 2 refreshment points along the route (1 on the short route).

At the end of the event everyone will be able to participate in the final refreshment.

Cancellation or Postponement

Cancellation – If, due to force majeure that does not depend on the organization but due to environmental and/or health causes at a national or international level, the event cannot take place, the amount paid at the time of registration will not be refunded but will be considered valid for the following edition. The organization will still be entitled, for those who register for free for the following edition, to a contribution towards secretarial costs and renewal of the sports card.

Postponement – ​​Furthermore, for reasons of force majeure or other serious reasons, which could jeopardize the preparation of the event or the participation in it by a number of people not less than half of the registered participants, the Organization reserves the right to postpone the location and/or date of the event within the same calendar year. In this case, the fee paid for registration will be valid for the event on the rescheduled date, without additional costs for the registered participants. In this case, postponing the registration to the following year's edition is not possible.

The event will be held even in case of bad weather, except as provided above.

Can I come by e-bike?

Of course, Unpaved Roads is an event open to e-bikes.

What should I bring?

All participants must have mechanical breakdown equipment such as an inner tube, pump, tire levers and a first aid kit.

All participants must have appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.

There is no broom service during the event.

Will I find mechanical assistance along the way?

Unpaved Roads is an adventure experience, and in keeping with its spirit, there will be no mechanical assistance along the way.

It is the responsibility of each participant to be self-sufficient and to carry a repair kit to deal with any mechanical problems during the journey.

This is part of the adventure and helps make the experience even more rewarding.

Be well-prepared, know your bike and how to carry out basic repairs, so you can deal with any unexpected events that may arise along the way.

Challenge and autonomy are an integral part of Unpaved Roads.

Can I rent a bike?

All participants will receive a list of shops, contained within the digital guide and in the dashboard, where they can request a rental bike.

How do our events take place?

If you don't know, you should know that every year, we get thousands of gravel enthusiasts pedaling from all over Italy and abroad.

You will find a friendly atmosphere made possible by our "no race" approach, which is also reflected in the people participating in Unpaved Roads. So don't worry, u won't win the competition; typical of other gravel events, but a relaxed environment where smiling and sharing are the main ingredients.

Here, age and gender make no difference: what matters is the passion for gravel roads, that feeling of freedom that only pedaling can offer. You will be welcomed into a heterogeneous group of people, where you will immediately feel at home. Between old friends who meet up and new acquaintances who arise during the event, you will immediately feel part of our community.

Unpaved Roads is the perfect opportunity to expand your circle of friends. As you ride alongside strangers who become companions in your adventure, you will discover how easy it is to become part of the group.

When you return home, in addition to the satisfaction of the routes you have cycled and the landscapes you have admired, you will take an even greater treasure: inner enrichment. The laughter, the new and old friends, and the moments spent with other cyclists will make you feel like part of an extended family, the great family of Unpaved Roads.

Choose Your Unpaved Roads Experience

Book your place now for the most anticipated gravel adventure on the Tuscan Coast