Léon Poppe

Enduro

🌟 Léon joins the Villard de Lans 2022 team!

He’s been riding enduro mountain bikes since he was 10, and has taken part in a number of competitions on the national and regional circuit: the EndurAURA Cup and the Trophée Enduro des Alpes with several rounds on the world circuit.

What do you like best about your sport?

The feeling of speed and adrenalin on the bike and between the trees. But also the friendly atmosphere at competitions and in the sport in general.

What’s your best memory of Villard/Corrençon?

A descent from the Col Vert to Villard in mid-autumn, there’s nothing better!

3 words that define the destination for you?

Mountains, Forest, Cycling.

What’s your favourite spot in Villard/Corrençon?

Jeff’s descent at the end of the Gobert trail below the Cornafion shoulder.

Your music of choice for training

Winter Garden – Emma Peters

How does the coming season look for you?

I’ve had a complicated 2022 season mechanically, because it’s also a mechanical sport, in addition to an injury during the winter preparation which prevented me from performing as expected. But I still managed to put in some good times and I’m confident for next season.

Prize list

2023The 2023 season looked promising, with a first podium finish in the first race of the year. Léon took 3rd place.
2022
  • 3rd place in the junior category in the overall standings of the Trophée Enduro des Alpes.
2021
  • 3rd cadet overall Trophée enduro des Alpes
  • 7th cadet overall French Cup and 60th overall
  • 1st cadet overall TDJV

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