The event really begins today, Friday, October 2, when Guadalajara will receive the participants for accreditation and briefing previous. It will be then when each pilot receives his number, the Passport Rider Soulhe Welcome Pack and the information necessary to face Saturday’s day.
Of course, the big moment will come tomorrow, Saturday, October 3. The exit of the Rider Soul GuadalajaraAs always, it will be carried out staggered between the 07:30 and 09:00 hourswith one participant every 60 seconds. The specific schedule of each rider will be communicated during the bib collection on Friday, so it will be important to arrive early and leave the bike prepared and with a full tank.
Fuente de la Niña, meeting point for Rider Soul Guadalajara
The departure point established by the organization is «Fountain of the Girl»in Guadalajara. Free parking for participants will also be available there. Accreditation will take place on Friday between 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. During that first day there will also be different activities. At 6:00 p.m., Manuel Rincon will offer a talk about motorcycle travel and experiences; At 6:45 p.m. a session will arrive. FORSAN focused on safety and action in the event of a road emergency. Be careful, the briefing general of Rider Soul will begin at 8:00 p.m.
This last point is especially important for those who participate for the first time: during the briefing The operation of the route, the tracking system, security issues and checkpoints will be explained.
A secret route with two options: 300 or 500 km
As we all know, one of the characteristics that differentiates Rider Soul is that the route is not known in advance. The organization has designed a route along secondary roads that participants will discover as they advance and overcome the different crossing points. The distance does not have to be decided before starting either.
All participants will begin by sharing the route and, at a certain point in the day, they will be able to choose between completing approximately 300 km or continuing another 200 km until reaching 500 km. There are no categories or one option considered superior to the other: the decision will depend on each rider, their bike and how the day progresses.
The philosophy continues to be the same that defines Rider Soul: There is no stopwatch or classification. “The goal is to enjoy the day, discover new roads and share the experience with other colleagues.”
What will participants find during the route?
Registration includes different services designed to face a journey that can reach 500 km. There will be breakfast, refreshments during the tour, energy drink, professional photography with free download and security assistance from FORSANwhich will have 4 people and healthcare motorcycles. There will also be checkpoints and stopping areas along the route, as well as a photography contest. Upon completing the route, participants will receive the medal Finisher exclusive to each edition.
Arrival is scheduled between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. the end of the route will be celebrated, with scrambled eggs and ham for the participants, while at 6:00 p.m. the prizes will begin «Golden Eggs» and the presentation of awards for the photography contest. The official closing of Rider Soul Guadalajara is scheduled for 8:00 p.m., with music and a good atmosphere.
Time will also be a factor to take into account.
The weather forecast available for Guadalajara currently points to a Saturday with approximate temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees, although there is a possibility of rain and showers. The forecast may vary during the next few hours and, in addition, a route of up to 500 km will cross different areas of the province, so it is advisable to check the weather evolution before leaving.
With a scheduled departure from 07:30, the first participants will find cooler temperatures than during the central hours. Therefore, although the maximum forecast is around 25 degrees in Guadalajara capital, carrying an additional layer and equipment prepared for possible precipitation can be a practical decision.
Everything ready for Rider Soul Guadalajara
With the program already defined, all that remains is to tune up the motorcycle and enjoy a day that combines navigation, secondary roads and camaraderie. The organization keeps registrations open on its official website with a final price of 69 euros, while the Early Bird rate of 59 euros is obviously already sold out.
For those who are already registered, the recommendation is simple: go on Friday to «Fountain of the Girl» within the accreditation schedule, pay attention to the briefing at 8:00 p.m. and arrive on Saturday with a calm head and the bike ready. And for those who still want to join, the organization maintains access to registration as long as there are places available.
