Bike track in Ibiti warms up the mood for Sertões MTB
Ibiti has gained another space for those who love cycling: the new bike track, built at Engenho Lodge in partnership with Sense, promises to be a meeting point for cyclists of all ages. As well as promoting health and fun, the new circuit reinforces Ibiti's connection with sport and with reducing the carbon footprint, since the bicycle is one of the most sustainable means of transportation. "The track looks great and will really encourage sport, especially among children. Cycling is on the rise today, and initiatives like this encourage the community. This track can be used by anyone, on any type of bike, even electric bikes. It can be used for training, evolving movements, having fun and overcoming challenges. The most important thing is that it becomes an incentive for sport and fun, bringing more and more people to cycling," says Miguel Giovannini, mountain bike champion, entrepreneur of the Bike House in Ibiti Village and Ibiti Projeto bike guide. Named the Sense Bike Zone, the track brings together curves, ramps, descents, jumps and even a bridge, as well as making intelligent use of the natural elements of the terrain, such as rocks and trees. Nothing has been wasted: everything has been integrated into the course, reinforcing the connection between sport and nature. "The main aim is to enable children to overcome challenges and feel this connection with nature. In an increasingly technological world, structures like this offer unique experiences, capable of inspiring future athletes and sports enthusiasts," explains Daniel Teixeira Sales, Niel, a specialist in multi-sports tracks and responsible for the work. Sertoes MTB: from September 4 to 6 The novelty arrives in tune with Sertões MTB 2025, which will have Ibiti Projeto as its stage for the fourth consecutive year. After passing through Campos do Jordão (SP) and Nova Lima (MG), the third stage will define the season's champions in three days of challenging races, between September 4 and 6. In addition to the competition categories, the event will debut the Turismo Category, aimed at those who want to ride at a lighter pace, with E-Bikes, enjoying the trails and landscapes of Ibiti without the pressure of competition. It will take place on Saturday (6), with an estimated 30 km route, accompanied by guides and monitors. Limited places (registration here). "We're making cycling a national passion, and it's wonderful to have partners like Ibiti who believe in this purpose with us," celebrates Leonora Guedes, CEO of Sertões. Closing party with Wilson Sideral Another attraction will be the unprecedented awards party that closes the Sertões MTB Ibitipoca and the Sertões MTB Cup on Saturday night, after the winners of the stage and the champions of the season have been consecrated, with a concert by Wilson Sideral and his band. The general public will also be able to attend - tickets are now available via the link. As in the first two stages of the championship (Sertões MTB Mantiqueira and Sertões MTB Nova Lima), big names in mountain biking will also be in Ibitipoca. Among them, Albert Morgen, Sherman Trezza de Paiva, Hugo Prado Neto, João Paulo Firmino, Lukas Kaufmann, Márcio Ravelli, Miguel Giovannini and Luciano "Kdra" Lancellotti. In the women's race, Isabella Ribeiro and Roberta Kelly Stopa stood out. Find out more about Sertões MTB 2025