The season is on, and we had the chance to be at The Hills, Mattia De Marchi’s brutal race in Italy. One of the toughest events of the year, we caught up with the riders to hear their thoughts.

Featuring Carolin Schiff, Payson McElveen, Frederik Rassmann, Eddy Le Huitouze, Toby Perry, and Erica Magnaldi.

Hear their thoughts on the race—and what they’re craving the moment they cross the finish line.