I really wanted to cycle this famous climb, but it didn’t fit into the schedule. Unless …. I added it as a second ride on Day 1.
I believe many cyclo-tourists do themselves a huge disservice by prioritising Alpe d’Huez above many far, far more interesting roads.
Here is a map of the best climbs in the south Alps. If you have a favourite climb that is…
It’s getting colder and the high Alps has fresh snow. With lots of lousy weather in the immediate forecast, my…
I figured I had time to sneak up Col de Portillon and the Spanish border before the long drive home.