Kazakhstan is huge. In fact it’s the largest land-locked country by land area and the ninth largest country in the world, sitting at 1,053,000 square miles. It’s home to everything from stunning to lakes to sprawling deserts, massive steppes to towering mountains.
Professional mountain biker Gee Atherton and crew took a trip to the incredible country in search of huge, natural lines like no other. They found some remarkable sights deep in remote portions of the country, many of which have the same feel as the incredible desert mountain biking found in Utah. But they also had the chance to meet some great people and experience some stunning places.
“In pursuit of a fresh challenge, the Ridgeline team turned their sights beyond the familiar mountains of Europe. Seeking a place of mystery and raw, untouched beauty, they found themselves drawn to Kazakhstan. Covering an immense 2.7 million square kilometres, Kazakhstan is the world’s ninth-largest country, a land that demands a new level of preparation and respect. Unlike previous projects where the team could adapt quickly, Kazakhstan’s vast and remote stretches required far greater planning. With long distances between petrol stations and rugged, isolated terrain, every step of the journey had to be carefully thought out.“