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giofox
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FYI rules state
Finally, I would also like to clarify what to do if you suffer a mechanical that you are unable to fix yourself
or any other issue that requires a hasty retreat towards civilisation not under your own power.
Essentially, the only good bike shops are back in Bishkek. You may be able to come up with a creative
fix using some basic parts in the bazaar in Kochkor, Naryn, or off route in Karakol, but it won’t be easy.
Basically, if you want to continue your race you’ll need to find a way to get back to Bishkek, fix your bike
and then head back to the spot where the mechanical occurred. We will allow you to hitch or pay for a lift
out, but also back, as the distances involved are such that riding back to the spot where you had the
issue would essentially mean the end of your race. However you get back to where you were, it won’t be
easy and it will cost you a lot of time. If you do end up needing to do this, we expect you to document the
exact location where you were picked up and make sure that you return precisely to the same spot. The
best solution, of course, is to be certain of the gear you bring to Kyrgyzstan, carry plenty of spares and
ride conservatively to avoid breaking anything in the first place.
Riders should talk to us. If there’s ambiguity on the rules or riders