7 LAKES CLASSIC TOUR

SELF-GUIDED 5 DAYS

7 LAKES CLASSIC TOUR

SELF-GUIDED 5 DAYS

Distance:

206,6 Km

Estimated time:

5 Dias

Difficulty:

2

HOW TO RATE THE DIFFICULTY OF A ROUTE OR A BICYCLE CIRCUIT?

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY:

1- Very easy: A very easy circuit, is suitable for people who can ride a bike on flat asphalt roads and then stop without stumbling. You must have basic notions of braking and shifting. You must have sufficient balance to ride the bike in a straight line without making sudden involuntary maneuvers to the sides.

2- Easy: to pedal on an easy circuit you need to have fluid shifting management that allows you to climb an asphalt slope or pedal on a flat surface without making greater effort, optimizing the energy of your legs at all times. You must also know how to differentiate and use both brakes correctly, the front and the rear.

3- Intermediate: to pedal a circuit of intermediate difficulty, you must master the skills mentioned above, both on asphalt and gravel roads and on low difficulty trails. You must also have an understanding of the correct body position on different terrains and braking precision on slippery terrain and on descents. It is important that you skillfully handle the gear change, both the plates and the sprockets.

4- Difficult: a difficult circuit is suitable for experienced cyclists who know how to pedal on uneven terrain with obstacles, climbs, descents and adverse conditions, such as mud, sand or stones. The cyclist must have good control and control the bicycle at all times, optimizing performance through precise use of gears. It is also necessary to understand how to take advantage of the acceleration of descents to successfully overcome dirt climbs and obstacles such as logs or loose rock.

5- Expert: to master an expert level circuit, it is necessary to train regularly and have physical strength. The pilot must be able to perform jumps and maneuvers at high speed without losing control at any time. It is necessary to master all pedaling, turning and braking techniques on narrow trails with steep slopes of more than 30%, and know how to avoid obstacles such as steps, rocks, roots and slippery ground with mud or dust.

 

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY:
We cannot rate the physical difficulty of a bike route, since it strictly depends on the level of training that each person has. As a reference we can say that 35 kilometers by bike is approximately equivalent to 10 kilometers on foot. Circuits with many meters of ascent and gravel surface are more demanding from a physical point of view. In conclusion, we can affirm that a person with an average training, can pedal a distance of 35 to 45 kilometers without major inconvenience, during a period of 4 to 5 hours including rest stops.

If you opt for an e-bike, the physical effort decreases considerably, up to 60% less depending on your riding and pedaling skills.

Unevenness:

2.801 mts

Asphalt:

88 %

Gravel:

12 %

For Ebikes:

Si

Patagonia Bike Trips rents you all the equipment you need to ride the seven lakes, or any other cycling trip you want to make.

The route has a total of 200 kilometers. Starts in Bariloche, passes through Villa la Angostura and ends up in San Martin de los Andes.

You have to pedal 40 kilometers per day, to complete the route in 5 days. This will allow you to enjoy the landscapes and campsites, and also rest your body enough to avoid injuries or physical inconveniences.

The circuit is well stocked with places to sleep. You can sleep in authorized campsites or sometimes you can also choose hostels and inns. Always remember that it is forbidden to camp and make a fire outside the authorized areas.

If you want to visit Villa Traful and Villa Meliquina, it is possible to extend the route. The additional distance is 90 kilometers and you need 2 extra days to do it.

Each bike is equipped with a cargo trailer or panniers. If you don’t have a tent or sleeping bag, don’t worry, you can rent it too. You can decide the day of departure and the duration of the trip. You can do the 7 lakes or consult us for other variants within the area. We suggest making the cycling trips between October and April. Always check the weather forecast before departure.

When you arrive in San Martin de los Andes you must go to the PUMA HOSTEL to drop-off the material –St. Asunción Fosbery 535 – tel. 02972 42 2443. If you book a night in Puma Hostel you get a drop off bonus of 50%

PHOTO GALLERY

MAPAS Y GPS

To view the route on your cell phone, you must first download Maps.me application from GPS APPLICATIONS. Then download the route in .KML format with DOWNLOAD ROUTE button and open it with the application. You will be able to see the route and your relative position without data connection anytime, anywhere.