Brasília MTB and Road Rides

Cycling the Brazilian savanna and elsewhere

# Welcome do Brasília

The first thing you remember about [Brazil's capital](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bras%C3%ADlia) is the architecture landmarks created by Niemeyer, but it offers much more.

Built in the middle of the [cerrado](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerrado), a special kind of savanna, the city and its vicinities are a great starting point for a variety of cycling adventures, from a morning ride to a waterfall nearby to a multi day trip to historical cities or amazing landscapes.

## Mountain Biking
Don't let the word "savanna" mislead you. Although the dry season can be demanding, many routes cross a refreshing river or are close to a waterfall or stream.

When coming to a weekend in Brasília, you must check the [Rebas do Cerrado](http://www.rebasdocerrado.com.br/) schedule. It's an amateur group with rides every Sunday morning. They welcome everyone who comes with a bike and an helmet. On rides classified as easy or medium, experienced member usually stay behind, forming the "kitchen", and nobody is left behind.

Most MTB routes here are curated versions of routes used by the Rebas do Cerrado.

Of course you can choose any day of the week (if not stated otherwise), but the Sunday rides are a guarantee of good company and new friends.
## Road cycling
Brasília streets, roads and bicycle paths are above average among Brazilian cities, which is not saying much, actually. Nevertheless you'll see groups riding everywhere, specially early in the morning or by night. 
For a beginners night ride, look for the [Pedal Noturno](http://www.pedalnoturnodf.com.br/), on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Any road route will depart from an ample free parking spot, so you can arrive by car, if you need so.
## Randonneuring
Preparing for the PBP? Me too. Expect to see some BRM routes here, from any part of the country and, hopefully, the world.
## Useful information
**1. [Transit regulation in Brazil](http://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/leis/L9503.htm)**
* Bikes are required to have front, rear and sideways reflectors, a bell and mirror on the left side. Helmets are not mandatory.
* When there is not a bike path, cyclists must use the road side or one of the of its edges.
* When passing by a bike, a motorized vehicle must keep 1.5m (5ft) of lateral distance.
* The items above are the law, but you can use the following information at your own risk: never saw a cyclist being stopped for lack of required equipments neither for not using a bike path, but active lights and helmets are mandatory on any cycling group; don't expect every driver to keep the correct distance.

**2. Safety**	
* Not all routes are safe for riding alone or at certain times, so read the description before going.
* Do use a helmet and lights.
* Make your intention clear to the drivers.
* When passing by another cyclist shout the side you are going to use, so learn how to pronounce "direita" (right), "esquerda" (left) and "meio" (between two cyclists).

**3. Behaviour on MTB routes**
* Bring back your waste. That's what the third pocket on your shirt is for.
* Many routes cross small farms, through fences or gates. In the first case, don't force the wires. In the second case, always close the gate, regardless of seeing another fellow coming a few meters away, or wait for him to arrive and relieve you. If you don't do that, the cattle may escape and the owner will forbid further passages.

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