2024 ISDE Spain: Garcia leads host nation preparations for Six Days

The countdown for the ‘Enduro Olympics’ has begun with the teams representing host nation, Spain in Trophy, Junior, Women’s, and Club categories ready for the NOCO FIM 6DAYS 2024 Spain October 14 to 19 in Silleda.

Presented to almost capacity with the national coach Cristobal Guerrero, the Spanish riders representing the Spanish nation have been training together and team building ahead of the race.

“These past few days, we’ve been training with the entire team, and we’re more than prepared to compete at home.” Says Guerrero, himself a hugely experienced and decorated ISDE World Enduro Championship rider.

“The Trophy team is very strong, and we have Josep Garcia, the best enduro rider at the moment, which gives us a key advantage. Jaume Betriu will provide the necessary experience to support younger riders like Sergio and Julio.”

World Trophy Team: 

• Josep García  (KTM 250 EXC-F)
• Sergio Navarro (Husqvarna FE 350),
• Julio Pando (Beta RR 250 2T)
• Jaume Betriu (KTM 500 EXC-F)

Women’s World Trophy Team:

“Led by world champion Mireia Badia, we have high hopes for a great result both individually and as a team. Alongside her are María San Miguel, who will be making her ISDE debut, and Nora Esteban, who has prior experience from previous editions. I believe they could be among the top five.” Says Cristobel.

Mireia Badia (Rieju)*

María San Miguel (Rieju)

Nora Esteban (Beta)

*Note: Mireia Badia did not participate in the photo session as she was enjoying a well-deserved break in the United States after being crowned 2024 Enduro World Champion.

Junior World Trophy Team:

“Albert Fontova, Àlex Puey, and Yago Domínguez are eager after their strong performances this year in the World Championship. I’m confident they’ll perform well.”

Albert Fontova (GASGAS)

Àlex Puey (Beta)

Yago Domínguez (Sherco)

The Spanish national federation (RFNE) also supports a Club Trophy team which consists of young talents seeking experience. Guerrero explains: “Aleix Saumell, Lluis Gonfaus, and Alfredo Pellicer will be participating in the 6Days for the first time. We have a team full of potential and ambition to shine.”

Club Trophy Team:

Lluís Gonfaus

Alfredo Pellicer

Aleix Saumell

ISDE 2024 in Galicia

This year, Spain hosts the prestigious competition, and Galicia, with its unique landscapes and challenging terrain will be a great setting. The Móvete Na Moto motorcycle club has bee working hard on preparing the course to ensure the world’s top riders face epic conditions.

The opening ceremony will take place in the Plaza del Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela, with the imposing cathedral as the backdrop. Galicia will be the star of the first three days of the competition, with routes crossing Pontevedra, Ourense, and A Coruña. Towns like Silleda, Lalín, A Estrada, Santiago, and O Irixo will witness the battle for the International Six Days Enduro (ISDE).

Photos: Nicki Martínez | Enduro21