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A Steep Gem: Morcles and above to Rionda
An unbelievably steep, but absolutely stunning route.
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10 Great Climbs to Communication Towers
“Just for Fun” Communication towers are often at the top of great cycling climbs. It makes sense, as it’s helpful…

Vallée d’Aoste / Piemonte Cycling Map
Sto imparando Italiano. In Italy, on the south side of the Mont Blanc tunnel, Vallée d’Aoste (French) — or Valle…

Col du Joly Unpaved
It’s getting colder and the high Alps has fresh snow. With lots of lousy weather in the immediate forecast, my…

Col de Peyresourde and Superbagnères
Broadly speaking, the famous climbs of the Pyrénées can be split into two categories:
Old mountains routes & Purpose built roads up to newish ski stations.
Today’s ride was one of each type.