I saw there is no GPS class for this event. What does the maps class involve exactly, do we need a map "in front of us" (ie tankbag) the entire time?

What are the accommodation options, camping / hotel?

Interested in going on my 650GS or CRF250L.

From the Event Rules:

"You will be given a set of Event Map(s) and an Event Points Book. You may carry a smartphone, but are NOT allowed to use the GPS function. You may carry a GPS with map data of the area for emergency use only. It will be sealed in a tamper-proof plastic bag before you check out to ride. If the bag is opened for non-emergency purposes before returning to HUMM base, your team is disqualified. No other paper or digital map(s) of the event area other than those provided by HUMM organizers. Except for your GPS device (for emergency only), no laptops, tablets, or other digital devices that are capable of storing other map information."

La Trufa Negra is the event hotel, we've negotiated great rates at this four-star hotel. There's also plenty on offer for non-riding spouses or partners (and kids!). The hotel itself has great facilities for a relaxing break, and the area features a wide variety of activities and attractions. More details and pricing here!

"Bikes need not be dedicated off-road specials but need to have a vague predilection for the dirt. So GS Adventure yes, Electric Glide in Blue, no. Knobbly tires a plus but by no means essential."

All is revealed at the HUMM Spain event page!

Hope to see you in sunny Spain!

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It's very interesting to analyse the participant list so far!

Riders are coming from Spain, France, Ireland and the UK. Lots of KTMs from 450 up to 1190R. BMW GSes from 650 to 1200, and a few on DRZ400s, Husky TE450, WRF 250...

We ask riders to assess their skill level and competitiveness, on a scale from 'No hope of winning, out to smell the roses and enjoy the views' to 'Mad keen to win', and the riders are all over the range. So whether you're just out for a nice ride or you've already designed your team t-shirts and picked your theme song, it's going to be awesome!

If you are interested but don't have a team mate (all your friends are wusses!), we can match you up - just ask Ian Chappel how well that worked for him at the HUMM in the Pyrenees - he and Iain Woolley were overall champs!

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That's a good range of bikes Susan and it will be interesting to see how the teams shape up, matching the differing qualities of the larger and smaller bikes to their itineraries.

I live in the Pyrenees, just a little to the west of the HUMM 2010 location but for years have holidayed and travelled around the HUMM location, exploring the ever more varied landscapes - the region is amazingly unspoilt and is so sparsely populated I feel almost as if I'm heading for south-east England when I return home!

Back to 2010, which I attended, you'll find not only more 'technical' trails to explore but the major challenge will be the navigation as the landscape is more 'closed' and network of forested valleys can be completely disorientating - I got lost several times during the survey, finding myself joining trails where I thought, "This looks familiar!" when I was aiming at places some twenty miles away!



There's me and my favourite companion meeting each other after seeking a vantage point ...



... ah, that's better!

And another summit ...



Some more company at last ...



@ Rachel, don't be despondent, the region has some of the best biking roads in Spain, which I guess you know is really saying something! I'm sure that we'll be able to spare a few minutes to help you plot some great days out once the teams have set off in the mornings ...



After nearly a year's work it's getting really exciting, bags packed already ...

Regs

Simon

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Good news - Rachel is actually going to be in the event! Her and Asgoo have teamed up. He's a HUMM Morocco veteran, so it should be an interesting match!

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Susan Johnson

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For all you guys and gals who really, really wanted to compete in this year's HUMM Sierras de Espana, but couldn't manage to schedule it, we have great news!

The HUMM Sierras de Espana 2017 will be held from May 28-31 in the Mora de Rubielos area. Online registration for this event will open soon, meanwhile book your holidays and start getting your team together!

First notice will go to previous HUMM participants and our 'Keep me Informed' mailing list, so if you register your interest here, we'll let you know when registration is open. FYI, HUMM Canadian Rockies sold out within 6 weeks of opening, so don't miss out!

Hope to see you there!

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Susan Johnson

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Well, I have proven slow-riding skills - on an S1000XR! Will that help???

Rachel

Riders starting off from La Trufa Negra in Mora de Rubielos. Not a mass start!





Lazy Riders testing comms before taking off on Day 2.





Of course, comms don't help if you can't agree which direction to go!





Rachel has the least appropriate bike and tires for the event, thus the team name 'Highly Inappropriate Rubber'.

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Susan Johnson

Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com