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TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR MTB VACATION IN ARGENTINA AND CHILE

BLOG ON BICYCLE TOURING AND CYCLING IN PATAGONIA

TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR MTB VACATION IN ARGENTINA AND CHILE

A successful bike trip is achieved through proper planning, which depends on the information available about the area you want to explore. At Patagonia Bike Trips, we provide free, accurate, and up-to-date information. Read the articles of our biketouring blog and plan the trip you’ve been dreaming of.

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CYCLING THE SEVEN LAKES

This is Argentina’s most popular cycling journey. Discover wonderful landscapes and crystal-clear lakes with breath-taking views of the Andes Mountains. Suitable for adventurous and amateur cyclists looking to take a bicycle tour in Patagonia.

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7 LAKES BIKE TOUR

A step-by-step guide to the 3 variants of the 7 Lakes cycling tour. Balanced 4 and 5 day itineraries with suggested stops at cabins or campsites. You’ll also find information on bike touring equipment rentals.

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ENDURO E-MTB

San Carlos de Bariloche is the best city in Argentina for downhill and enduro MTB enthusiasts. Plan your adventure with our trail maps. Rent a full-suspension mountain bike and ride over 20 amazing mountainbike singletracks.

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BIKEPACKING PATAGONIA

Learn more about the weather, geography, and the best time of year for cycling in Patagonia. Follow these tips and recommendations. Gear up properly and learn what you should bring on a bike trip.

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GPS APPS AND GPX ROUTES

Navigate a cycling route with your cell phone without internet connection. Choose and download your itinerary. Find accommodations, campsites, food stores, and points of interest. Study the elevation and distance of the stages you plan to cover in advance.

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TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

In this article, you’ll find information on bicycle and luggage transportation services in Patagonia. Compare bus prices for getting around the area with or without your bike. We have several logistic services that may be useful to you!

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BARILOCHE BY BIKE

The best way to explore Bariloche is on a bicycle. Discover the most popular rides for cross country and gravel bikes. Find trails and bikepacking routes. Explore different bicycletouring itineraries. If cycling is your thing, be sure to read this article before travelling to Bariloche.

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BARILOCHE BIKEPARKS

Discover Bariloche’s bike parks! Bikepark Cerro Catedral, Bikepark Cerro Otto, and the mountain bike trails of Cerro Goye and Bellavista. You can ascend by pedaling on an electric Enduro bike. If you prefer to ascend with a truck, you can hire a shuttle service to enjoy epic descents.

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TOP 20 BIKETOURS ARGENTINA

Discover the best cycling destinations in South America. Whether self-guided or booking an organized tour, Argentina and Chile offer a multitude of destinations for cycling. Discover the local culture, traditional cuisine, and landscapes that will leave you breathless.

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CYCLING MAPS

If you’re a fan of cycling maps and routes, here you’ll find the most popular mountain biking and touring routes and trails in Patagonia. Explore the different areas and find your ideal route.

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GUIDED VS. SELFGUIDED TOURS

Do you prefer to travel on your own, or do you think it’s more convenient to travel with a group and a guide? What considerations should we keep in mind when choosing a tour option? We analyze various factors such as travel style, typical days, cost, additional activities, and support.

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TENT VS. LODGING

Do you prefer camping or sleeping in hotels or cabins? Find answers to all your questions about accommodation in Patagonia. Find the location coordinates and phone numbers of campsites, hotels, inns, and cabins.

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TOP 10 BIKEPACKING WEBSITES

Looking for inspiration, recommendations, or epic bike travel stories? Check out our ranking of bike touring websites and blogs. The best of the bikepacking world in one place.

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BIKETOURING PACKING LIST

Check the list of suggested items so you don’t forget anything before embarking on a bike trip. The clothing list may vary depending on the climate and geography of the area you’ll be traveling.

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WHAT TO DO IN BARILOCHE

Top 10 action sports and adventure tourism activities you can enjoy in Bariloche in summer, fall, winter, and spring. Find information on the best activities and the most experienced guides to make your stay in Bariloche unforgettable!

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TRAVEL TO BARILOCHE

Recommendations for traveling to Bariloche by plane from your country. Flight frequencies and prices. Information on airports and transfers to ensure a smooth and hassle-free trip. Plan your trip to Patagonia from start to finish.

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BICYCLE RENTAL PRICES

Compare prices and find out in advance what type of bikes and touring equipment you can find in the city of San Carlos de Bariloche. You’ll also find price for logistic services and transportation of bicycles and luggage between cities.

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EXCHANGE FOR CONTENT CREATORS

Are you looking for opportunities to generate quality content at a low cost? If your next destination is Patagonia, we have a proposal that might interest you. We’ll give you a bicycle plus bikepacking equipment free of charge in exchange for the videos you film during your trip.

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BIKETOURING PATAGONIA

Patagonia is one of the best places in the world for bicycle touring and bikepacking. In this article, we explain the five reasons that support this claim.

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MOUNTAIN BIKE IN BARILOCHE

Bariloche is an Argentinian city located  beside the Andes Mountains. It’s one of the best places in the world for mountain biking trails. In this article, we explain the five reasons that support this claim.

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“TRAILBUILDING” IN BARILOCHE

Bariloche’s mountain bike community is active and strongly motivated. Discover how a small group of mountain bikers changed the history of MTB in this corner of Patagonia. Make your donation today through MTBariloche website!

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NEW BIKEPARK - CERRO LINDO

Thanks to MTBariloche (trail builders Bariloche), the city has this bike park, located at the foot of Cerro Otto and just 2 kilometers from downtown. Cerro Lindo Recreational Park is a meeting point for the cycling community and offers five downhill singletracks with varying levels of difficulty.

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TOP 6 BICYCLE SHOPS IN BARILOCHE

If you’re traveling to Patagonia with your bike, it’s helpful to know the local bike shops beforehand. Find out where you can repair your bike or buy quality parts and accessories. Bariloche has many bike shops, but there are six that stand out. Find out which ones!

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BUY USED BICYCLES IN BARILOCHE

If you plan to spend a long time in Bariloche and renting a bike is too expensive, you might consider buying a used bike for transportation or traveling during your stay. Bike rentals regularly renew their fleets. Find purchasing opportunities by clicking on “See more.”

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BIKEPACKING ROUTES

The web’s most powerful resource for planning a successful bike trip. Elevation, distance, and information of our bikepacking routes. Accompanied by photographs and a route description. .GPX and .KML files available for GPS navigation.

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MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS

The most comprehensive guide you’ll find on mountain bike trails in Bariloche. The singletracks are classified by difficulty level and accompanied by images and descriptions. You can also download the .GPX track with elevation and gradient data.

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SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR DH

Want to enjoy downhill cycling without pedaling? We can take you to the best bike parks in Bariloche so you can enjoy a day of pure downhill riding. We can visit Cerro Lindo Bike Park, drive to the summit of Cerro Otto or Cerro San Martin, and explore the best MTB trails in Bariloche.

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TOP 5 HOSTELS IN BARILOCHE

In this article, we show you the best bike-friendly hostels in Bariloche where you can relax before and after your bike ride. You will also meet travelers from all over the world to share experiences and learn more about local culture.

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KNOW YOUR ROUTE

Did you know you can visualize a bike touring route before riding it? In this article, we explain how to do it easily using Ride with GPS and Street View. Know the terrain type and main characteristics of your route before hitting the road. Attention, spoiler alert!

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GEAR RENTAL

If you prefer to travel light, renting equipment is always a good option. Mountain bikes, electric bikes, panniers, tents, and camping gear are available. You can also rent water sports equipment. In Bariloche, you can find everything you need for outdoor adventures in Patagonia.

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TRAIL MOUNTAINBIKING

Mountain bikes can be used on paved or gravel roads, but the sport is most enjoyable on mountain trails. Learn more about this exciting discipline. Discover Bariloche’s singletracks, the different types of mountain bikes, and the best time of year to go trail biking in Patagonia.

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THE AUSTRAL ROAD

The Carretera Austral stretches from the city of Puerto Montt to O’Higgins in southern Chilean Patagonia. The landscapes are breathtaking. The route winds between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean for 1,250 kilometers. The Southern Hemisphere summer is the best time to cycle it.

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