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Video: Van Life & Shredding Corsica with Morgane Jonnier in 'Sparta'

Aug 14, 2022
by Rossignol Bikes  

Morgane explores this wild and striking region from Cap Corse all the way to Bastia riding through the best trail inlands. She shows us her atypical way of life where every day is extraordinary. Morgane diversifies her training and outdoor activities according to seasons. She is doing it for her own performance, but also to externalize her emotions.


bigquotesBefore the race season started in April we came in Corsica to produce a project that was very important for me. I wanted to showcase all the activities I do - that characterize me the most. Bringing all my equipment makes me self-sufficient anywhere I go at any time. I do not think I have a conventional way of life. It is very simple.

I have a real interest for two elements: soil and water. I like to combine them. Mountain biking, road biking, paddleboarding, diving, and running are sports that represent my identity. They are part of me, and it supplement my philosophy.
Morgane JONNIER



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Photo Epic
SPARTA
Produced by Rossignol

Photography by Banzai Prod
Corsica bringing some of the best golden hours.

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Morgane at the top of the Mediterranean Sea with her Rossignol Mandate.

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Even the trail bike is enjoying the view.

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Running is part of Morgane's training. And she likes to wake up early for this.

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Behind the lens of Julien Cailly.

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We have seen worst places to ride road bikes.

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Blacksheep van are perfect Morgane's trips.

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Dusty trails even at the early season.

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Hiking with your bike means great descents ahead!

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Let's make sure this shot worth it.

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The ultimate question : "Did I look fast ?"

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The Rossignol Mandate : Morgane's favorite bike for extended adventure.

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Drone pilot Julien Cailly.

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Always good times.

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Last but not least


Thank you to all the partners : Rossignol, Collectivité de Corse, Blacksheep van.

Photo, Film, & Edit : Julien Cailly, Bastian Huber, Banzai Prod

https://www.rossignol.com/us/bikes

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17 Comments
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 I know this is probably written by a Frenchman, but can't we proof read and correct articles before putting them on the front page?
As a service to the writer?

On a different not: Corsica is extremely beautiful, but I would only want to ride there in the early morning during summer.
  • 23 2
 Yes for proofreading. No for not doing it with your own comment.
  • 6 1
 @mi-bike: That was the point he was trying to make. He wants Pinkbike to proofread the comment section.

That said, I think it is nice that people can make themselves understood in a language that is not their first. Some mistakes here and there don't necessarily make it hard to read.
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 *note Wink
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 @mi-bike: well, fair play I guess.

I'm not a native speaker either by the way, so I know the struggle. It was in no way meant to throw shade on the writer. Just saying the article itself could be proof read, as a service to non-native writers for them producing great content.

Who cares about the comment section anyway?
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 @hubertje-ryu: well let's see, you're complaining about not proofreading while not proofreading your complaint. Get it? You kind of look foolish. Like maybe, just maybe, you could have stopped, and looked deep down inside of your soul and asked, "am I a good proofreader". Because neither are you. On the other hand, I actually agree with you.
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 @hubertje-ryu: My first sentence was merely an attempted joke. I do think however that the more we strive for perfection everywhere, the more it will stand out if something isn't perfect. What do we need to do with with video interviews and podcasts with athletes and technicians who also don't speak perfect English. Do we need a voice-over, subtitles? These people have something to tell, it shouldn't be too hard to look past some minor mistakes and instead focus on the actual story. I also don't think people learn much from having their story corrected by an expert, but I do think it can feel like a failure in a way. If you want to help someone learn a language, treat the person just like how you would/should treat a little kid learning to talk. If the kid makes a mistake, you won't go "no, it is ...". Instead, try to use part of their phrase in your (correct) response. That's usually enough. Of course in your post I think it was merely a typo but as this is Pinkbike, there are more than enough who'd like to nag.

That said, I think most typos these days come from auto-correct in cellphones. My text messages on a regular phone (with buttons) were usually fine, but now that I have one with a touch-screen they're pretty horrible Wink . When on Pinkbike, I just use a computer so no auto-correct drama. From what I've been told, my messages do get long though!
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 I've done a bit of riding in Corsica - its harsh and demanding. Not only is the riding good, but the food, beer and wine fantastic.
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 That rossignol looks a lot like a radon swoop
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 Astro?
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 I have lived a worst life! You go Morgane!!
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 Any local trail guides in that area that can show one around?
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 Love the video!
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 Yasss...you go girl
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 Trying to figure out what bike rack that is on that van and what kind of truck that is on the front of that skateboard.
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 Thule Sport G2 Universal 2 Bike Carrier
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