{"id":28083,"date":"2024-01-08T11:35:59","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T11:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/team\/"},"modified":"2025-11-03T15:20:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T15:20:34","slug":"team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/en\/sicily\/team\/","title":{"rendered":"Team"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;42px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;42px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;30px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; header_3_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_font_size_phone=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_3_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>TEAM<br \/><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Our mission is to offer authentic and eco-sustainable <strong>cycling experiences<\/strong>, away from traditional tourist flows, in the beautiful lands of <strong>Sicily<\/strong> and <strong>Tuscany<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">At Smile&amp;Ride, our passion for cycle tourism merges with the authentic discovery of Sicily and Tuscany. The project was founded in 2017 by Elena and Mario, and today our team has grown to offer you a complete and diverse cycling experience.<br \/>Our <strong>wide range<\/strong> of rental bikes allows you to <strong>explore<\/strong> enchanting landscapes. Whether you are a passionate cyclist or an occasional explorer, we have the perfect bike <strong>to suit your needs.<\/strong>  <\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Experience the <strong>Freedom<\/strong> <strong>and Authenticity <\/strong>of our <strong>self-guided<\/strong> <strong>tours<\/strong>! With detailed itineraries, you will pedal through breathtaking landscapes, savoring the true essence of these territories.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you are looking for a deeper experience, we collaborate with the <strong>best local guides<\/strong> who will share with you the rich history, culture, and <strong>culinary delights<\/strong> of these lands.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">With Smile&amp;Ride, your <strong>cycling journey<\/strong> will not just be an <strong>excursion<\/strong>, but an adventure that touches the heart of every location\u2014turn every pedal stroke into <strong>an<\/strong> <strong>unforgettable<\/strong> <strong>experience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Explore, Ride, Smile!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Contact us for more information and start planning your trip with us.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-03-at-16.15.23.jpeg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;WhatsApp Image 2025-11-03 at 16.15.23&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;42px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;42px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;30px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>OUR TEAM<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Our mission is to offer authentic and eco-sustainable cycling experiences, away from traditional tourist flows, in the beautiful lands of Sicily and Tuscany.<\/h2>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][dipl_team_grid posts_number=&#8221;3&#8243; include_categories=&#8221;117&#8243; show_short_desc=&#8221;off&#8221; show_social_icon=&#8221;off&#8221; image_size=&#8221;large&#8221; onclick_trigger=&#8221;open_popup&#8221; select_layout=&#8221;layout2&#8243; number_of_columns_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; number_of_columns_phone=&#8221;1&#8243; number_of_columns_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; name_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; designation_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_radii_team_member_border=&#8221;on|50px|50px|50px|50px&#8221; border_radii_team_member_image_border=&#8221;on|50%|50%|50%|50%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; number_of_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/dipl_team_grid][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto|20px|auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/smile-and-ride-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;smile and ride 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|2888px|2888px|2888px|2888px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;42px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>ELENA<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2>For me, biking is freedom and happiness.<\/h2>\n<p>Ciao! My name is Elena, and I live between Tuscany and Sicily, two wonderful lands that I love to explore by bike. My passion for cycling and cycle tourism became a profession after completing the &#8220;Cycling Mobility Expert&#8221; course at the University of Verona.<br \/>\nI am passionate about the history, art, and gastronomy of the places I ride through. I love sharing this passion with you, guiding you to discover my favorite spots. Whether you are looking for breathtaking mountain adventures, cultural tours in cities, or relaxing experiences along the coast, I am here to help you plan an unforgettable trip\u2014always with a smile!<br \/>\nOne of my most interesting experiences was organizing the &#8220;Fancy Women Bike Ride&#8221; in Pisa, an international event aimed at raising awareness among local administrations about the importance of safe and sustainable urban spaces while promoting women&#8217;s visibility and empowerment. Although this movement has ended, I continue to work on other initiatives that encourage more women to get on a bike.<br \/>I can&#8217;t wait to make you fall in love with the places you&#8217;ll discover while pedaling with me. The bicycle is not just a means of transport but a way to fully experience each location\u2014a journey within a journey. 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I&#8217;m Mario, a sports and travel enthusiast, and I&#8217;m here to share my passion for cycling and cycle touring adventures.<br \/>I&#8217;ve always had a desire to explore new places, and the bicycle has become the perfect way to satisfy my thirst for adventure. Together with my friends, the &#8220;Ciclomacchinisti,&#8221; we have traveled across Europe by bike, reaching incredible destinations.<br \/>Through the initiative &#8220;PedalaPerUnRespiro,&#8221; we decided to turn our adventures into something more meaningful, raising funds to support children with cystic fibrosis and contribute to research on this disease.<br \/>Currently, I am involved in a new project to create a Greenway in Sicily\u2014a cycling route immersed in nature, allowing cyclists of all levels to enjoy the wonders of this splendid island!<br \/>I am here to share my knowledge of cycle tourism, offering advice on routes, equipment, and everything related to the world of cycling.<br \/>\nAre you ready?<br \/>\nGet ready to discover new horizons and live unforgettable adventures on your bike![\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/smile-and-ride-4.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;smile and ride 4&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|3814px|3814px|3814px|3814px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/sicilybikerental.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/smile-and-ride-4.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;smile and ride 4&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|1744px|1744px|1744px|1744px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;42px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong>MARIO<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">For me, biking is about wanting to get carried away to explore places near and far.<\/h2>\n<p>Ciao! 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