Windhoek city, situated in the mainland of Namibia is the starting point for several and prestigious mountain biking-free riding races. Many races start from there in the early winter-May or June- and cross the Namib Desert through vast national parks and conclude in the east side of Namibia in the coastal cities of Swakopmund or Walvis Bay.
One of the most prestigious competitions which performed there is the Namib Quest Race. It starts at Windhoek and concludes after 454 km/282 mi, passing through different climate zones and various landscapes, from urban cities to desert settlements and coastal resorts.
Although Namibia is a country which includes immense areas of desert, volcanic origins rock formations and has very high temperatures all year round, these conditions create a paradise for the mountain biking fans with many challenges, classic trails to beat and many different obstacles to over pass.
Euboea is the second largest island in Greece, located on the eastern coast of Central Greece and is worldwide known for the extraordinary natural phenomenon of the tide's changes, taking place on the Euripus strait.
A well known summit of Newberry Volcano is Paulina Peak, the host of many extreme sports. This volcanic area is located near the cities of Bend and La Pine.
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
Located almost at 150 km/93 mi from Nairobi City, Mt. Kenya is located just south of the equator, offering three climbing routes, namely Naro-Moru, Sirimon and Chogoria. Mt. Kenya has magnificent cliffs and glaciers that protect the highest peaks. Highest peaks here are Batian at 5199 m/17057 ft, Nelion at 5188 m/17021 ft and Point Lenana at 4985 m/16355 ft.
This is a nice trail for mountain biking, located in a forested area, very close to Portland.
Mount Kato is a well-known ski resort, located one mile south of Mankato, Minnesota. Mankato is fourth largest city in Minnesota and the county seat of Blue Earth County. It is situated along a large bend of the Minnesota River, just at its confluence with the Blue Earth River.
Swakopmund is situated in Erogo District, at 361 km/224 mi in the west of Windhoek, Namibia's capital. The spot lies in the Namib Desert, western Namibia giving in the costal edge and facing the south Atlantic Ocean. The city is the main summer destination of the country and top spot for skydivers.
Sesriem settlement is situated in the heart of the Namib Desert and at 304 km/189 mi from the Namibian capital city, Windhoek. Sesriem is the access point for the marvelous Naukluft National Park, one of the largest worldwide.
Spitzkoppe is a group of rocky peaks, located in Erogo District, Western Namibia, at 276 km/172 mi from the capital Whindhoek. The rocky formations are located in the Namib Desert, considered to be as the oldest and most spectacular ones worldwide.
Swakopmund is situated in Erogo District, at 361 km/224 mi in the west of Windhoek, Namibia's capital. The city is located in the Namib Desert and is just the perfect spot for amazing sand boarding rides.
The Walvis Bay is located in the western Namibia, in Erogo District. It is the only natural harbor of the country facing the South Atlantic Ocean. The town is located in the Namib Desert. In the south of the town, the Tropic of Capricorn influences strongly the climate and the landscape of the region.
Swakopmund is situated in Erogo District, at 361 km/224 mi in the west of Windhoek, Namibia's capital. The spot lies in the Namib Desert, western Namibia giving in the costal edge and facing the south Atlantic Ocean. The spot, an amazing combination of the ocean with desert represents an ideal option for paragliding soaring.
Walvis Bay lies in the western Namibia, in Erogo District. The town faces the South Atlantic Ocean and is the only natural harbor in the entire country's coastline. The city is located in the Namib Desert and the endless sand dunes till the end of skyline make Walvis Bay an incredible place to be.
