11.09.2024
KRK ‘N’ ROLL 2024. COURSES ANNOUNCED
The favorite MTB marathon at the end of the season and the island that offers everything you need for a top MTB experience are a winning combination for the eighth season in a row – the Krk ‘n’ Roll MTB Marathon is simply something that shall not be missed, as everyone wants to test their strength on the best courses of the Krk island!
Krk island is a top location for mountain biking, and the courses of the Krk ‘n’ Roll MTB Marathon are probably the best MTB experience you can get on this beautiful island. Fun singles, stunning views of the sea, coast and surrounding islands, slightly technical, slightly chase, slightly road, Baska, Moon surface, Dobrinj, Vrbnik…
During the past 7 seasons, we explored numerous trails, paths and routes, and the 8th edition of the Krk ‘n’ Roll MTB Marathon on October 12th, 2024 brings “the best of” what Krk has to offer.
Pay attention to all the course marks as this year, along with well-known sections, courses also have completely new segments, including the new separation point of medium and long course – so make sure you will not end up on the wrong route.
THE BEACH BOYS
The two kilometers long pebble beach is a trademark of Baska. It’s logical that taking a shorter course will take less time, so cyclists who choose this course will end up at the beach sooner. Hence the name of the course, and it happens to be called the same as one of the legendary California rock bands.
The start and the first 7-8 kilometers are kind of classic, and one of the most famous trails not only at Krk Island, but much wider. Climb to the Moon along a beautiful rocky path, with fantastic views of Baska and the surrounding islands. After the ascent, you’ll enjoy the ride on the Moon, which in early autumn shows all its beauty.
The technically undemanding paved descent will take you back to the valley and then the course turns to the fields. Over field paths, dirt roads and by driving between the dry stone walls, we will return to Baska. Beer and beach within arm’s reach.
60% off road / 40% asphalt
THE ROLLING STONES
The medium-lenght course separates from the short one at 13.5 km and heads towards Vrbnik. It passes through the entire Vrbnik Field where, at the beginning, the first feed zone awaits you. After passing trough the vineyards, you will arrive to a new macadam section with a courses separation point at 25.2 km. Then, through a bunch of single trails and field paths, you’ll head to the finish line.
The rock and the dirt paths are constantly alternating, there are no big uphills or downhills all the way to the second feed zone, and then there is a long and constant ascent after which a well-known single trail awaits you. It doesn’t offer much space for overtaking, but offers a lot of space for those with technical knowledge and physical strength to escape or connect.
The last part of the course is a chase along the road, undemanding field paths and singles, all the way to the finish line.
75% off road / 25% asphalt
THE QUEEN
At the very end of Vrbnik Field, at 25.2 kilometer of the course, there is a new separation point between The Queen and The Rolling Stones and, shortly after, there is a steep descent towards the sea. In the next 15 kilometers, almost 500 meters of ascent awaits you, including the one with a constant slope of over 10%. The second feed zone is in Dobrinj.
The reconnection with the Rolling Stoners is at 49.6 km and here you can count the course will be crowded. After the second road crossing and the third feed zone, there is a 3 km ascent on a wide macadam path, so if you are chasing a medal, try to overtake here, because after this part the singles starts again.
The last part of the course is a paved descent and a chase through the fields, all the way to Baska.
The Queen course will be a challenge for all serious MTB riders and all of those who feel that way.
74% off road / 26% asphalt
