Turino Nice
Turino Nice
I’m fortunate (is that the right word? best I can think of) to call James a friend. James created this event/experience. I’ve helped at various points with design tweaks, production and printing and the like. I didn’t design the initial route card (that was Ben Mills) but I’ve been involved. And I will always remember (and cherish) the half-version of the event I did in 2018. And I got to see Jack too, even if I’d skipped a leg (with a train journey – the ‘Biff Option’ ™ – to not be at the back from the start, not that it’s a race, I just wanted to see other riders). And then James ‘caught me up’ and we shared some days and dreams and tears. And a frosty night, and some warm receptions, and pissing rain and glorious sunshine. It was absolutely wonderful.
So, some design skills utilised and a great bicycle adventure. I’d love to do it again. On a tandem (with a lover).
The Turino Nice Rally is how a bikepacking experience should be ‘run’ – it’s all about the attitude of the riders. It raises money for a good cause. It’s whatever you want it to be and when it suits but also can be a shared experiences. Low impact but a huge impact on those who do/get it. Fun and adventurous and responsible too. Go do it if you feel it will work. Go eco (and leave your ego at home).