The Traka is more than a race; it’s a global gathering of the gravel community. This year, we’ve teamed up with Wilier to create Sidetraxx The ultimate culture experience for the Traka weekend—to bring you an exclusive itinerary of rides, parties, and technical deep-dives. As an Eat Sleep Cycle Traka 200 guest, you don’t just attend the events; you get front-row seats to the best Girona has to offer.
The Traka is our home race, and we’ve been on the start line since the very beginning. Over the years we’ve watched it grow from a small gathering of a few hundred riders into one of the most anticipated events on the Girona cycling calendar. Now it’s your turn to be part of it.
Join us for an unforgettable week immersed in the unique atmosphere of Girona’s gravel scene, culminating in the legendary Traka 200. Our package includes guaranteed entry to the 200 km race (entries are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis), giving you the chance to take on one of the most iconic gravel challenges in Europe.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll ride, explore, and race with full support from our experienced team. From route guidance and mechanical help to local knowledge and pre-race preparation, we’ll make sure you arrive at the start line confident, relaxed, and ready to enjoy an incredible day on the bike.
Con una puntuación de 3 sobre 4, nuestros recorridos avanzados están diseñados para personas que montan en bicicleta con regularidad y desean pasar días enteros en la moto. Los ciclistas deben tener confianza para rodar en un grupo pequeño, sentirse cómodos en subidas largas (a su propio ritmo) y tener un buen manejo de la bicicleta en curvas y descensos. En todas nuestras rutas hay disponibles bicicletas eléctricas.
Kick off the weekend with an exciting first day designed to set you up perfectly for the big ride ahead. After getting settled, join the community for the May Day Ride Out—a shake-out loop to loosen the legs and get a feel for the local gravel. Back at the hub, our team will carry out thorough bike checks to ensure your rig is race-ready. We’ll also take care of race registration together, soaking up the buzz as riders from around the world gather.
The Evening: Your Choice of Flow As the sun dips, the SIDETRAXX courtyard transforms for the WoW Moment: Sunset Spritz & Rave in the Yard. You have the “front row seat” to the best atmosphere in Girona, with two ways to enjoy it:
The “Rave” Experience: Dive into the “Golden Hour, Polished in Copper.” Sip on a ‘Ramato Spritz’—our signature Wilier cocktail infused with edible copper glitter—while a live 90s DJ set brings the high-energy “Rave” vibes to the courtyard. It’s the ultimate way to celebrate the gravel culture before the big day.
The “Relax” Approach: If you prefer a quiet build-up, enjoy the music from a distance with a mocktail in hand. After the briefing, feel free to head off for a relaxed dinner and an early night to ensure you’re rested, focused, and 100% ready for an unforgettable day on the bike.
The Big Dance, race day arrives with an early start and a big sense of anticipation as Traka 200 riders roll out for an epic day on the gravel. From the first kilometres to the final push back into Girona, ESC mechanics and support staff are on hand to ensure you and your bike are ready for the start line, helping keep everything running smoothly so you can focus on the ride. As the kilometres tick by and the finish line draws closer, the atmosphere builds—and we’ll be waiting to welcome you back, ready to celebrate an incredible achievement as you cross the line.
After the excitement of race day, enjoy a well-earned lie-in before heading out for a relaxed spin through the beautiful Girona countryside or join our special social ride B-Sides Special Edition: A relaxed day to soak up the post-race atmosphere. an easy ride to loosen the legs and soak in the landscapes one more time a no-drop 50km social loop through the stunning Girona gravel. We finish back at SIDETRAXX for a post-ride espresso with the Wilier team & a final meal together, raising a glass and sharing stories from the gravel roads after an unforgettable weekend on the bike.
¡Es hora de despedirse! Planifique su viaje desde el centro de Gerona .
APOYO TOTAL
Disfrute de grupos reducidos y de la asistencia profesional y personal de sus guías y vehículo de apoyo durante toda la semana.
Trabajamos con un ratio guía/acompañante líder en el sector: hasta 4 acompañantes por guía en el viaje, con guías a la cabeza en la carretera y un vehículo de apoyo cerca en todo momento. Tenga en cuenta que para grupos de 4 personas o menos este tour se realiza como un viaje guiado sin el vehículo de apoyo.
El vehículo de apoyo está provisto de alimentos naturales, electrolitos y agua, así como de un juego completo de herramientas para resolver cualquier problema mecánico. Algunos días, el equipo de apoyo servirá un delicioso picnic en un lugar pintoresco de la ruta. Disfrute de los alimentos locales elegidos para mantenerle con energía y saludable.
Los guías Eat Sleep Cycle son ciclistas experimentados de todo tipo unidos por el amor al ciclismo que ayudarán a mantener al grupo seguro, motivado y saboreando el viaje de su vida.
Todos los invitados recibirán acceso a nuestro Road Book digital y a las rutas, lo que dará a cada uno la flexibilidad de rodar a su propio ritmo.
Los hoteles mostrados son ejemplos y están sujetos a cambios
Alójese en nuestro hotel para ciclistas en el centro de Gerona . El Hotel Carlemany es un elegante hotel de 4* con almacén de bicicletas, bar y restaurante. Disfrute de la cálida bienvenida del personal y de las cómodas habitaciones. Eat Sleep Cycle está a sólo 5 minutos a pie.
Bike hire is not included in the tour. Add bike rental to the trip from €60 per day.Bikes shown here are examples and are subject to availabilty at the time of booking. We'll let you know the available options in your size when you book with us.
Get ready for the ride of your life on the brand new gravel race bike by Wilier – the Rave SLR ID2.
Originally from Cardiff, Gethyn is a well-balanced guide who loves the social side of cycling. Whether he’s talking endlessly about the world or enjoying a “marriage made in heaven” (cold beer and pork scratchings), he finds his peace on the road between Tossa and Sant Feliu or swimming in a forest river.
Hailing from Reus, Josep is a guide who finds beauty in the quiet details, from silent bike components to unknown mountain climbs. A lover of history and Led Zeppelin, he enjoys sharing the culture of his hometown. For Josep, a perfect day involves the Pyrenees, a glass of wine, and the Tour de France.
Si le gusta el ciclismo, ponga una excursión en bicicleta por Gerona en lo alto de su lista de cosas que hacer antes de morir. Gerona es un paraíso para ciclistas de carretera, de grava y de montaña, y cuenta con una increíble red de rutas que te dejarán boquiabierto. Es un destino que se puede disfrutar durante todo el año, siendo los meses más populares de marzo a junio y de septiembre a noviembre.
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