Category Archives: 2006

The legends of Izoard

I’ve said it before but of the three climbs the Izoard is really the one with true history, character and dramatic views. Most famously Coppi and Bobet’s rivalry through the 1950s is celebrated by the monument near the summit. It’s … Continue reading

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The battle of wounded knee

It’s not so much a physical one as a mental one – My left knee has been feeling a bit sore since Monday and I haven’t been out on the bike to stretch it out yet. I’m going to get … Continue reading

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Need a lift?

Ed in Vercors may be able to help if you need a transfer from the airport for either La Marmotte or L’Etape: “There obviously seems to be a lot of interest in these 2 events at the moment. I was … Continue reading

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