Today was a mixed experience. Having seen the weather forecast for gusts of up to 45mph winds, I varied my route somewhat. Heading for Narbonne in the morning with the intention of turning inland to Carcassonne should the forecast prove to be over dramatic. Unfortunately it was correct – the wind was horrendous, blowing and […]
Perpignan to Port-La-Nouvelle
The 4am alarm clock wasn’t pretty,
Morlaix to Brest
The final ride of the tour. I was a little sad to leave Moraix. Not least because the day began with nearly 1000ft climb
Saint Brieuc to Morlaix
I have to admit to being a little the worse for wear awaking this morning. The six pints of 1664 and a late night had taken more toll than I’d realised
St Malo to Saint Brieuc
Leaving St Malo I decided to head for the shops. I’d only 48 miles planned for the day so figured I could hang around town until midday without impacting my schedule too much.
Bayeux – Coutances – St Malo
Waking up in Bayeaux on Sunday to find that the wind had dropped was a pleasure. Everything was quiet. And I do mean everything.
Caen to Bayeux
It was a slow start after a few too many beers in Caen, but after about five miles of flat cycle paths towards Ouisterham I’d shaken off the hangover.
Fécamp to Caen
This was the hardest morning of the ride so far. Setting off into pouring rain and driving wind, I was soaked within about five minutes of a big climb out of Fécamp
Le Tréport to Fécamp
What a difference the wind makes. Today the wind has dropped significantly and swung around to the east.
Boulogne-Sur-Mere to Le Treport
65 miles of cold, rain and wind did not make for a happy cyclist when I rode into Le Treport.