TALK TRIALS: TONI BOU
I am sure many of the readers of the magazine will have seen my short training ‘clips’ on the various Social Media outlets from one of my regular locations, the excellent Naturlandia outdoor facility high above Sant Julia de Loria, Andorra. I have been based in Andorra for the last five years as it has everything to offer in my fast-moving life to keep me at the top of my chosen profession, motorcycle trials.
Iam sure some of you will be familiar with the Naturlandia Adventure Park as it’s not far from the location of some of the world-round hazards that have been used in the past when the championship has visited Andorra. It’s situated in the La Rabassa area surrounded by 800 hectares of forest and located between 1,600 and 2,000 metres above sea level. It’s a haven for all kinds of activities: nature, sports, educational, recreational and entertainment specially designed for everyone, and is open all year round. I mentioned to your editor John Hulme about the toboggan ride; if you ever visit the park try it – ask John, it comes recommended! I have an arrangement that allows me to practice here and it has everything to offer me for my training schedule. As I am based at La Vella, not too far from Naturlandia Adventure Park,
it’s given me the chance to get out on my Montesa Cota 4Ride. I have a nice ride up to the venue, which enables me to appreciate the beauty of this area so much and also have some fun on the tracks along the way.
It was a privilege and a pleasure to have the last round of the 2019 FIM X-Trial at La Vella in the stadium. To ride in front of such an enthusiastic crowd made me realise just how much they appreciate the riding from myself and the other riders, we all enjoy it as much as they do. With my 25th FIM world title under my arm my focus now is moving to the outdoor series. We have already been testing with my Cota 4RT for the 2019 outdoor season as I once again expect it to be very competitive year but, as always, come the opening round in Italy we will be ready for the fight for title #26.
Until next time – Toni Bou