The guide's notebook
What happens out on the trail, the lines we open, what we learn riding and fixing. Written by Christian, between two shuttle days.
36 articles published
Ride Smart in the Valais: Why Riders Choose Exoride Shuttles
MTB shuttles in the Valais: guided days at CHF 95 or shuttle-only from CHF 45, up to 15 riders in one van, over 5,000 m of descent a day, across the whole canton.
E-Bike Transalp: 277 km from the Simplon Pass to the Ferret Valley
E-Bike Transalp in seven days, from the Simplon Pass to the Ferret Valley: 277 km, 17,000 m of descent, alpine passes and mountain huts between the Valais and Aosta.
Why Riding With a Local MTB Guide in the Valais Changes Everything
Five reasons to ride with a local MTB guide in the Valais: the trails that aren't on any map, zero logistics, up to 5,000 m of descent a day and skills that stick.
MTB Coaching in French-Speaking Switzerland: Progress at Your Own Pace
MTB coaching in French-speaking Switzerland: one-to-one or small group sessions, real progress from the first day, on hand-picked spots with certified instructor Chris Dassi.
Why Exoride Is the Right Choice for Your MTB Holiday in Switzerland
MTB holidays in Switzerland with Exoride: Swiss Cycling certified guides, our own shuttle van since 2010, and the best enduro and all-mountain trails in the Valais.
After the Snowfalls, Our Valais Trails Are Open Again
Exceptional snowfalls in the Valais: uprooted trees and blocked trails. How Exoride and a few friends cleared the network and got the MTB shuttles running again.
April 2025 MTB Shuttles: Season Opener and Ride & Shoot Days
Looking back at the April 2025 MTB shuttle sessions in the Valais: days built around each level, over 6,000 m of descent, and the Ride & Shoot days with a pro photographer.
Exo'points: Up to 11% of Your MTB Spending Back in Your Pocket
The Exoride loyalty programme: 2.5% to 5% in Exo'points on every booking, up to 6% extra with your tier, CHF 10 per referral and CHF 5 for joining the newsletter.
Camp'n'Ride in Tuscany: Report on our latest adventure
Proposing a campervan road trip through Tuscany means having very specific specifications in mind. Offer an adventure as…
Reading is good. Riding is better.
Everything told here happens on our shuttle days, our courses and our trips.
The articles before anyone else
Stories from the trail, new dates, and 5.- of Exo'points when you sign up. One newsletter a month.
