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Sam Cardell and Billyno went for a hike
August 24, 2026 at 10:21
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
August 22, 2026 at 10:19
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After half a century, I decide to return to the source of the Cherio; but on an MTB and not on foot.
I really appreciate the new cycle path that climbs to Solto Collina. Then, shortly after the junction for Fonteno, I take Via Peser, which after the initial stretch becomes a dirt mule track and, at times
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
August 19, 2026 at 09:14
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August 19, 2026
For a couple of days I haven't been feeling my best due to a little bronchitis. However, I wake up feeling quite good. So I decide to go for a bike ride to see how I do. I'll decide the route as I go. I choose my trusty Mtb.
At Sovere I decide on the road to Polàncc, which will take me to Cereta Basso
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
August 14, 2026 at 08:09
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August 14, 2026
Large loop done in total relaxation, without ever forcing.
After Onore I wanted to tackle the short, but demanding, climb, constantly in double digits, of the Valle del Res, which emerges at Castione.
In my opinion, it is advisable to do it downhill, although with caution.
The route is on dirt and paved
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Sam Cardell and Billyno went for a hike
August 12, 2026 at 16:42
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August 13, 2026
For weeks, not a cloud has been seen above the lake, and the heat is oppressive.
However, today, considering that there will be an eclipse at sunset, the sky clouds over at 5 p.m. and thunder rumbles louder and louder, coming from Val Camonica.
I had planned to leave around 6 p.m., to be on Sparavento
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
August 10, 2026 at 09:51
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August 10, 2026
Usual annual climb to Passo della Presolana.
As an athlete, done countless times in training and a few times in competition. From both sides. Climb always done with pleasure.
From Rovetta about 13km, with an average gradient of 8% and a couple of double-digit sections.
Suffered from the intense heat at the bottom,
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
August 8, 2026 at 12:08
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August 8, 2026
Hot day, but not scorching. Good for a training run.
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Sam Cardell and Billyno went for a hike
August 7, 2026 at 11:36
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August 8, 2026
After the Arctic coolness, I feel the impact of the summer heat. However, moderate gusts of wind, alternating with a breeze, make the heat more bearable, suitable for a walk in the woods.
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Sam Cardell and Billyno went for a hike
July 15, 2026 at 08:42
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July 15, 2026
Changed equipment and off we go. The tour will be relaxing, almost entirely shaded.
Temperature range 20°/26°, breezy. Nothing better, given the heat below.
At Saltino, packed lunch with a rest under the lime trees; and ... off again. All at a leisurely pace.
Path well marked and suitable for everyone.
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Sam Cardell went cycling
July 15, 2026 at 07:49
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July 15, 2026
Combining cycling and hiking was a good idea to escape the heat.
Nice and rideable climb from Tosi to Vallombrosa (about 7km), excellently shaded and cool.
With some double-digit gradients,
Tackled at full speed.
I promise myself to repeat it in autumn up to Secchieta.
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Sam Cardell and Alfred went cycling
June 10, 2026 at 05:16
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June 10, 2026
Considering that it takes the same amount of time to go by car or by bike in the city, a pedal is better. Crossing Seriate is always a bottleneck and annoying.
Increasingly looming cloudiness.
Covered a few kilometers in the slipstream of a truck. It is not advisable for safety; it requires extreme attention
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Sam Cardell went cycling
June 3, 2026 at 09:56
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
May 27, 2026 at 11:44
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May 27, 2026
Challenging and long climb on asphalt, with an average of 9%, with some double-digit ramps. Having commitments in Costa Volpino, I took the opportunity to do the climb.
Variable weather, mostly sunny. With a brief downpour at Sovere/Pianico and arriving at Passabocche. Very hot and stuffy in the first
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Sam Cardell went for a hike
May 23, 2026 at 08:24
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May 23, 2026
Ol Cesulì, in bergamasco dialect, means small church. From: ol=the, cèsa=church, lì=diminutive suffix.
Challenging route. Despite the modest altitude.
The track, made of cement and dirt, is always in double digits, with peaks up to 30%. It should be tackled calmly. For Mtbikers who want to test their calves
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Sam Cardell went mountain biking
May 21, 2026 at 12:24
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May 21, 2026
Maintenance ride on the hills of Sebino and Endine.
On the way back, I decided to take the stretch that connects the Valle delle Fontane to Fanovo. Which I had already ridden several times in the opposite direction.
Some parts are not suitable for everyone, if ridden in the saddle.
Today I found the stretch
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Pleasant walk to the Cherio Waterfall.
Easily reachable in about 15 minutes, after the end of the upper section of the Percorso Vita.
Ideal for the coolness it provides on hot and stuffy days. It is about ten meters high; but still interesting to see. At its base, a small gorge with icy waters.
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