Martial has been a professional international mountain guide and certified mountain‑bike guide since 1997. A lifelong mountain‑biking enthusiast and former semi‑professional cross‑country racer, he brings over 20 years’ experience to a region famed for some of the best trails on the planet, making him one of its most seasoned guides.After many wonderful years behind the handlebars or handling all the little details that make unforgettable trips, you are now more likely to find him in winter under his Indian tipi, preparing raclettes and Savoyard fondues or roasting chestnuts over a wood fire for his guests under the banner of www.lavachequiride.com. "I started riding as soon as i was able to walk and cycling is just simply my life. I raced for six years in XC in the national championship, and then became a mountain leader and mtb guide in order to share my love of the Mountain. To quench my thirst for riding fantastic trails in amazing places I created ALPSMOUNTAINBIKE so I can share my passion for the Mountain, for mountain biking and nature with other riders from all other the world"
After 15 rewarding years guiding hikers and mountain bikers in the Southern Alps and running his travel agency GUIL‑EBIKE in that region, Cyril decided to pool his skills with guides in his network to revive one of the most iconic Alpine mountain‑bike travel brands: ALPSMOUNTAINBIKE.A pioneer in the development of e‑biking in the mountains, he is one of the most respected guides in the Queyras, the Southern Alps, and the Italian Piedmont. He brings all his expertise to this new project, allowing us to offer a much broader range of tours without sacrificing quality. "Guiding on a mountain bike can only be driven by passion and the desire to share emotions with clients who value both the human aspect and the proven professionalism of this organisation. By giving new momentum to ALPSMOUNTAINBIKE, I want above all to highlight the field knowledge acquired over the years and the unique personalities of the guides who make up the team, because I remain convinced that this is the one thing that artificial intelligence and marketing excesses will never be able to compete with."
Thanks to his Franco-American origins, Kevin grew up between Southern California and Provence, France, experiencing two very different mountain and outdoor cultures from an early age. Moving back and forth between these two regions quickly sparked a taste for adventure. He first found his way through rock climbing before turning to mountain biking — a discipline that allowed him to cover more ground, travel deeper, and explore more independently. From the Haut-Verdon and the Champsaur to Moab, Sedona, Bellingham, Lake Tahoe, and as far as New Zealand, these diverse landscapes have shaped Kevin’s riding background and guiding approach. Years spent riding and traveling through these regions have built not only his technical skill, but a deep understanding of terrain, conditions, and what makes a truly rewarding journey in the mountains.A true tool for exploration, the bike — and its mastery — is central to his approach. Kevin places great importance on reliable equipment and solid riding fundamentals, which explains his strong interest in bike mechanics and coaching. For him, these pillars are not about pure performance, but about autonomy, safety, and ultimately, adventure. ""
Hi, my name is Arno de Jong. 8 years ago I changed my urban life in the flatlands of Holland, for a more adventurous life in the outdoors of the french Alps. I am very happy sharing my passion for the mountains with my guests, on (snow)shoes, but even better on a mountainbike. Nothing can beat a nice flowy singletrack on a sunny day, surrounded by glaciers, impressive peaks ànd inspiring people from all over the world.
Born in Brittany, instead of the mountains, Anthony rides the trails in X-country style. From competition to competition, he finally crossed to the steep side, headed for the Alps. After obtaining a BEESAC diploma (National French MTB & Cycling Diploma), he has guided in a holiday centre, bike parks and multi-day tours. My passion...the pure sensation of sublime singletracks.
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