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Taurus MTN Race ‘Field Notes 3’
As the dust starts to settle on TMR, enjoy some words from Jay and Jacob on their experiences in Turkey racing together.

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

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Behind the Dot from our final day on the road in Turkey. After the cancellation of Taurus, we still rode to the finish soaking up a little more of what Turkey has to offer.

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #ultracyclist #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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ITALY DIVIDE 2027🇮🇹
From the South to the Dolomites, 12 regions, a single bike journey across Italy.Over 2,200 riders have already experienced it. Now let’s write a new chapter.
🔥 UNSUPPORTED: the original spirit
Just you, your bike, and the road. No support
▪️ BARI → TORBOLE: ~1,600 km. The complete route for those who want it all.
▪️ POMPEII → TORBOLE: ~1,200 km. From Vesuvius to the lake, through the heart of Italy.
▪️ ROME → TORBOLE: ~700 km. From the Eternal City to the Alps.
🍷 LA DOLCE VITA: New for 2027
Same adventure, a different pace. From Rome to Torbole in stages, with organized Base Camps, and the freedom to enjoy every kilometer: villages, hills, lavishly set tables, and sunsets you’ll never forget. Because crossing Italy is also about knowing how to experience it.
Race or savor. Challenge or discover.
You choose how to experience it.
📅 XL May 25, Bari
📅 Classic May 26, Pompei
📅 Origins May 27, Rome
📅 La Dolce Vita May 27, Rome
📍 Finish: Torbole
Which route will you choose? Let us know in the comments 👇
L’ITALIA DIVIDE 2027🇮🇹
Dal Sud alle Dolomiti, 12 regioni, un unico viaggio in bicicletta attraverso l’Italia. Oltre 2.200 ciclisti l’hanno già sperimentato. Ora scriviamo un nuovo capitolo.
🔥 NON SUPPORTATO: lo spirito originale
Solo tu, la tua bici e la strada. Nessun supporto
▪️ BARI → TORBOLE: ~1.600 km. Il percorso completo, per coloro che vogliono tutto.
▪️ POMPEI → TORBOLE: ~1.200 km. Dal Vesuvio al lago, attraverso il cuore dell’Italia.
▪️ ROMA → TORBOLE: ~700 km. Dalla Città Eterna alle Alpi.
🍷 LA DOLCE VITA: Novità per il 2027
Stessa avventura, un ritmo diverso. Da Roma a Torbole in tappe, con campi base organizzati e la libertà di godersi ogni chilometro: villaggi, colline, tavoli riccamente imposti e tramonti che non dimenticherai mai. Perché attraversare l’Italia significa anche sapere come sperimentarla.
Corri o assapora. Sfida o scopri.
Scegli tu come sperimentarlo.
📅 XL 25 maggio, Bari
📅Classic 26 maggio, Pompei
📅 Origins 27 maggio, Roma
📅 La Dolce Vita 27 maggio, Roma
📍 Fine: Torbole
Quale percorso sceglierai? Facci sapere n

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Un nuovo modo di vivere l’avventura dell’ @italy.divide un viaggio dove l’unica cosa a cui dovrai pensare ......sarà pedalare e goderti le bellezze del territorio ! ....al resto penseremo tutto noi !
Stesso percorso Origins ma suddiviso in 6 tappe, potrai viaggiare leggero senza il pensiero di doverti portare tutto il materiale nelle borse, ogni sera ti aspetteremo al Base Camp dove potrai fare la doccia, ricaricare i device o la Ebike, ma sopratutto a cena potrai condividere con gli altri biker le emozioni della giornata !....poi tutti a letto nelle postazioni Ferrino Sleep.....la mattina seguente dalle 7 troverai la colazione ma sopratutto una nuova energia positiva che ti accompagnerà per tutta la giornata #visititaly #gravel #bikelife #experience A new way to experience the adventure of @italy.divide—a trip where the only thing you’ll have to think about... is cycling and enjoying the beauty of the region! ...We’ll take care of everything else!
It’s the same Origins route but divided into 6 stages—you’ll be able to travel light without worrying about carrying all your gear in your bags. Every evening, we’ll be waiting for you at Base Camp, where you can take a shower, charge your devices or your e-bike, but most importantly, over dinner, you’ll be able to share the day’s excitement with the other riders! … Then it’s off to bed in the Ferrino Sleep sleeping pods… The next morning, starting at 7 a.m., you’ll find breakfast waiting for you—but above all, a fresh burst of positive energy that will carry you through the entire day #visititaly gravel bikelife experience

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Behind the Dot from day 4 of Taurus Mountain Race Mountain Race. This was unfortunately the final day of racing, since the race was postponed and ultimately cancelled upon us reaching check point 2. Stay tuned in the coming days for a breakdown of what happened and what we are doing in Turkey for the rest of the week!

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
⚒️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #ultracyclist #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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Behind the Dot from day 3 of the Taurus Mountain Race. Another big day in the mountains of Turkey. Follow along for more!

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #TMR2026 #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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Behind the Dot from day 2 of the Taurus Mountain Race. As many may know, TMR was cancelled today due to extreme weather and rider safety concerns. We still wanted to bring you behind the dot to tell our story from day 2 of the race. Stay tuned in the coming days for the rest of our experience in this crazy first edition of Taurus Mountain Race.

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julboeyewearna
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #TMR2026 #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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Behind the Dot from day 1 of Taurus Mountain Race.
Jacob and Jay have been riding for nearly 3 days, and continue to make great progress. Follow along for more stories and updates as they come in!

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #TMR2026 #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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Taurus MTN Race ‘Field Notes 2’
After over 24 hours of racing, Jacob and Jay are holding steady. Through rain, mud, and everything in between. Stay tuned for more updates from the trail.

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲 @pivotcycles
😎 @julbo_bike
🎒 @tailfincycling
🍫 @hammernutrition
👔 @champsys

#turkey #tmr2026 #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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Taurus MTN Race ‘Field Notes 1’
The final prep is done and the race is underway. Here are some thoughts from Jacob and Jay as they prepared yesterday.
Tracking in bio!

Thanks to my amazing sponsors:
🛠️ @rideshimano
🚲@pivotcycles
😎@julbo_bike
🎒@tailfincycling
🍫@hammernutrition
👔@champsys

#turkey #TMR2026 #bikepacker #cycling #taurusmountainrace

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@taurusmountainrace is officially underway!

The riders won’t know the route until just a few days before departure, and now they’re dealing with rain out there.

I know a few riders I’ve met over the years. Especially @meaghanhackinen @jay_petervary @tero_niemela !

Wishing them all a safe ride and a great adventure!

#taurusmountainrace @taurusmountainrace

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The time has come… it’s race week! Wednesday at 9 AM Türkiye time (1 AM MTN time), we’ll be taking on the inaugural Taurus Mountain Race.

We are beyond grateful. We recognize the work and effort it takes from the organizers to give us this opportunity. 🙏

It takes a village, and we’d like to express how thankful we are for all the support that has surrounded us and helped us get to this point.

From the brands like @rideshimano @tailfincycling @julbo_bike @pivotcycles @hammernutrition @champsys and to our friends, family, and teachers — THANK YOU!

Jay has a very big and special thank you to his wife, Tracey, after a long and challenging three years to get to where he is today.

Jacob wants to give a shoutout to his roommates and close friends who helped him through this summer, and to his parents for being his biggest fans and day one supporters. You guys have been there to pick him up at every finish line, usually getting a shell of a racer. ❤️

When that gun goes off, we’ll do our best, just as we did to prepare to be here. It’s the only way we know how to tackle these events. We like to race, and that’s what we’re here to do and we are flipping stoked 🇺🇸

Jay’s mantra, as always, is Ride Forward.

Jacob will be playing his favorite game “it could always be worse”

Tracking will be in our bios!!! 🫡

📸 @fmarmsaterphoto

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