THE FOURTH EDITION OF CENTOPASSI WILL TAKE PLACE FROM THE 18TH TO THE 22ND OF JULY 2006 ON THE WESTERN ALPS. In 2006 the motorcycling event dedicated to riders who love to put to themselves to the test on mountain roads will do its last episode on the Western Alps, before changing the scenery for the 2007 edition. Archived on the success of the 2005 edition, Centopassi sets off once more in 2006. On the 18th of July participants will meet in Nice for the preliminary operations check-in and technical briefing, then on the 19th they will leave for the fist leg towards Bardonecchia. 2006 will explore for the last time the highly adventurous roads and mountain passes of the Western Alps, with legs that will differ from the previous years and thus completing the ideal cycle begun in 2004. Again this year the route will be articulated in four legs of approximately 350km each and the mountain roads and passes selected to test the abilities and endurance of the participants. In 2006 the end of all legs will be fixed at Bardonecchia, a location that offers hotel structures capable of welcoming motorcyclists in the best possible manner and where the Centopassi Village will be set up. Riders and local spectators will be greeted with entertainment activities, music and bike exhibitions. The fourth edition of Centopassi is characterised by two important changes. From the technical point of view , renewed regulations (currently under phase of definition) and a new race direction team. On the safety front the event is enriched by the precious collaboration with Doctor’s Costa Clinica Mobile, a highly professional medical support team that follows all the races of the World Motorcycling Championship and Superbike. Clinica Mobile will be present at Centopassi with a fixed unit in Bardonecchia and two mobile units which will follow the race. Centopassi was born in 2003 with the objective of challenging passionate motorcyclists who enjoy riding mountain roads and passes. The past three editions have seen the event grow and perfect its philosophy: a demanding commitment from the riders point of view , made to move, amuse and create team spirit. The event is open to all brands of motorbikes, registered from 1980 onwards and of 150 cc or higher. The participation categories Competition and Iron Biker offer the possibility of choosing between a competitive or a tourist modality and are characterised as follows: Competition Class: Participants take part individually or as part of a team of 3 to 4 riders. Even though it is not a speed race, the route is very demanding and recommended for expert riders. During every leg, participants are subject to time checks and will have to perform ability trials that aim to evaluate their precision skills, ability and equilibrium. Iron Biker Class: This class is for those riders who prefer a non-competitive experience, taking in the stunning scenery, historic villages and overall flavor of the Italian and French mountain experience. Expert motorcycle guides will accompany this group, offering tips on mountain riding. Centopassi is made possible thanks to the support for the second consecutive year of the main sponsor Z Zegna, the fragrance for men by Ermenegildo Zegna: a perfume that speaks of style, sport and seduction, created for a man who is passionately fond of his liberty, the open road, motorbikes, speed and travel. The event also relies on the support of the technical partner Ducati Motor, Iveco, Tucano Urbano and Comune di Bardonecchia. Centopassi is an event organised by Dream Engine, under the aegis of Federazione Motociclistica Italiana, and the technical collaboration of the Curve&Tornanti team. The peak of the event will be during the prize giving ceremony on the 22nd July after the fourth leg, when the best over all driver in the Competition Class will be awarded the coveted prize: a Ducati Multistrada 620. Registrations for Centopassi 2006 will be open until the 5th of June 2006, or until all available places have been filled. The online registration form is available on the website: www.centopassi.com