- Email: igor.rulj@ironman.com
- Web stranica: https://www.epic-series.com/4islands
The “4 Islands Epic – XCMS” is a challenging, multi-day mountain bike stage race across Croatia’s Kvarner islands (Baška, Cres, Unije, Lošinj), part of the Epic Series. XCMS stands for XC-Marathon Stage, highlighting its demanding, hilly terrain with steep climbs and rocky trails, requiring serious skill and fitness, but offering stunning island scenery and a festive atmosphere with ferry transfers between islands.
Key Details:
- Event: 4 Islands Epic (XCMS).
- Location: Croatian Kvarner Islands (Baška, Cres, Unije, Lošinj).
- Format: Multi-day stage race (typically 5 days).
- Discipline: Mountain Biking (Cross-Country Marathon – XCMS).
- Challenge: Deceptively tough, with significant elevation gain from sea level on rocky terrain.
- Experience: Combines hard racing with a holiday feel, involving boat transfers and accommodation on boats or in towns.
- Organizer: Epic Series.