Slipstream Adventures was born out of a passion for sports events and hospitality.
The goal is simple: to create holidays that will take your breath away, with the people you love, hosted by people who care.
Our Team
A Message from Sam
After moving to the French Alps in 2016 I was exposed to the spoils of road biking abroad. I couldn't understand how the tarmac was devoid of craters, my bike would finish as clean as it started, and I could unzip my jersey and still be hot. I felt selfish not to share this with the ones I love.
When I'm not working on organising cycling holidays, you'll often find me pedalling through new destinations and soaking in the beauty of nature. Bikepacking has become a source of creativity and inspiration for new adventures off the beaten path, which influence Slipstream Adventures holidays. When I’m racing it’s all about speed, focus and the limit of my ability whereas when exploring new places it’s about immersing myself in my surroundings and appreciating where I am.
Racing and training keep me in the shape needed to guide all abilities and the touring keeps my eyes sharp and grounded to offer thoughtfully curated experiences that are not only exhilarating rides but also connect with the local culture and create lasting memories.
Over the past 8 years, I’ve managed cycling and running events for clubs and companies such as Vodafone, Deloitte, Natwest, Dulux, Heineken, Liberty Global, and Morgan Stanley. From multi-day events such as Ride Across Britain and Grenoble to Nice, to the amazing achievements of clients in a single day in the London Revolution and the 100km Race to the King, Tower, and Stones. I have picked people up when they needed a lift to get through a stage and fueled riders’ fires to get them over the line first.
Working in The Alps over the past 6 years managing a high-end catered chalet company, I've fine-tuned the details which separate a good holiday from a truly memorable one.
Through my love for cycling and guiding, along with my qualifications in personal training, I understand individual capabilities and find the right balance of breathlessness.
My passion for exploration, challenging events, hospitality, and cycling led me to create Slipstream Adventures and these are the elements I incorporate to create your next adventure.
Sam Bevan
Guide & Founder of Slipstream Adventures
Roberta (Roby) - Sales & Marketing
Growing up near Venice Roby has never been far from a bicycle. Roby’s contagious happiness will shine through if she picks up Slipstream Adventures HQ’s phone.
Taking the Velominati rules of N+1 literally, she has a quiver of 5 bikes which, to an Italian, means you’re just getting started. When asked which is her favourite it’s always the one she’s currently sat on. Her Lapierre eSensium gives her legs the juice to drop Sam on any alpine climb while her princess Liv crushes long rides like the 180km lap of Lake Geneva.
Fluent in English, Italian, French, and Spanish, her linguistic skills enable us to engage with a diverse range of cyclists and suppliers from around the world, making everyone feel at home.
Roby, with her keen eye for aesthetics, adds the finishing touches that make Slipstream Holidays truly exceptional. As part of our team, she brings her creative flair and attention to detail to elevate the overall experience.
Ciao, Bonjour, Hola, Hello! Roberta and the team are eager to welcome you aboard.