Treasures of Atlantis Exploring the Volcanic Riches of the Azores Archipelago

Steep, deep and untracked—the fertile volcanic soil of the Azores also happens to make for some ultra-loamy trail conditions. Guide and purveyor of the local bike scene, Carlos Dos Santos, leads the author through a chute while touring the trail offerings for his planned Trans-Atlantis enduro race.

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Alex McAndrew drops into a chute in Bolton Valley. The resort’s lift-access trails build on the area’s penchant for steep and gnarly terrain. Photo: Bear Cieri NIKON, 1/1000 sec, f/2.8, ISO 4000

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