Rachel Andersen

First cycling memory

I was six years old when my superhero mom chased me down a steep hill and miraculously caught me before I entered into heavy traffic, back before I knew how to brake (backpedal, baby!).

Favourite bike

My custom Casbah gravel bike. Works like a charm on those nasty, Umbrian roads and I designed the color scheme myself.

Top climb

The ride from Port de Pollença to Cap de Formentor (Mallorca) with 1000m of climbing packed into 40km is epically stunning with its endless views out to sea.

One thing on your bucket list

The Khangai Mountains Traverse in Mongolia with my sweetheart.

A special skill you bring on tour

Being able to know what you will love as an experience before you do. I also have a passion for teaching yoga, plant-based diets, bike mechanics, and singing.

Favourite Ride & Seek tour gastronomic experience

Homemade and seasonal pumpkin tortelli from Reggio Emilia with grated, fresh parmigiano reggiano. OMG.

Languages

English, Italian, un peu de Français

Ride & Seek tours you lead REMOVE??

Hannibal: Barcelona to Rome or go home!