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Jamie Carr

Local guide, co-founder of Ride the Alps and former pro cyclist

Jamie is a former member of Britain’s MTB racing team. He’s brushed wheels with the best of them across countries and continents while watching the sport grow into what it is today. After discovering his love of guiding, he settled on the French-Swiss border with his partner Mary, where they founded their company Ride the Alps.

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4 Epic Spots That Prove Mountain Biking is in France’s DNA

France not only welcomes mountain bikers with open arms, but encourages them to explore its idyllic high mountain passes, wide alpine pastures, dry, rocky drainages, and quaint villages.

Local guide, co-founder of Ride the Alps and former pro cyclist

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Ride Like a Pro at The Best Mountain Biking Destinations in Switzerland

Switzerland boasts one the most spectacular networks of natural mountain biking trails in the world, and all of it is picturesquely set in the Alps.

Local guide, co-founder of Ride the Alps and former pro cyclist

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