Riding the Edge: A Deep Dive with Pro Gravel Racer Mattia De Marchi

In this episode of Zone2Speak, we’re joined by special guest Mattia de Marchi, an accomplished Italian gravel racer. Mattia takes us through his cycling journey, from starting at a young age, turning pro, and eventually transitioning to gravel racing. He shares his experiences in various races and events, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of off-road cycling. Mattia also delves into the creation of his collective team, ENOUGH, which focuses on showcasing the gravel racing scene through documentaries and social events. He talks about his adventures, from riding in Kenya to transforming his passion for cycling into a fulfilling career. Central to Mattia’s mission is inspiring as many people as possible and building a vibrant community around cycling. In our conversation, Mattia discusses his training routine, the challenges of competing in gravel events, and the importance of balancing structured training with the sheer enjoyment of riding. He also touches on the support he receives from sponsors and the growth of the ENOUGH cycling team. As the episode wraps up, Mattia shares his plans for future races, including his ambition to compete in UCI events and become a world champion. He reflects on his experience with ultra-cycling races and his preference for shorter formats. Additionally, Mattia reveals his favorite gravel riding spots, like the Guarafe and Tabernas deserts in Spain. Finally, Mattia introduces the ENOUGH Festival, a three-day cycling event in Italy that features rides, parties, and membership options. He expresses his hope to expand the festival, inviting participants from all over the world to join in the celebration of gravel cycling. --- Follow Mattia de Marchi https://www.instagram.com/mattia_de_marchi/ Team Enough Collective https://www.instagram.com/enough_cycling/ Enough Cycling Festival https://enoughcycling.cc/enough-cycling-festival/  --- 🎁 Exclusive Discounts for Our Listeners: 💆‍♀️ 35% off Fre Skincare: Use code ZONE2SPEAK at freskincare.com/zone2speak 🚴‍♂️ 10% off Cycplus: Use code Zone2Speak at cycplus.com 🍃 10% off Codeage Vitamins & Supplements: Use code ZONE2SPEAK at codeage.com 🌿 25% off Genki Wellness: Mention Zone2Speak at bemoregenki.com 🏋️‍♂️ 15% off OMRE Supplements: Use this link 👉 https://omre.superfiliate.com/ZONE2SPEAK Let your health and performance reach new heights with these exclusive deals! 💪 --- To all of my listeners, thank you for your continued support. Keep building that base and having important conversations that feed the soul. INSTAGRAM: @zone2speak YOUTUBE:  @zone2speak