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Beaufort: Five Great Cycling Climbs in Cheese Country
May 22nd, 2008
Famous for the eponymous cheese, Beaufort is one of the best bases for fabulous climbs in the north French Alps. This quaint little town surrounded by mountains is on the Route des Grandes Alpes and provides incredible challenges on quiet stunning roads in all directions. This is cycling country and just off the [...] MORE»

2008 Challenge

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My 2008 Cycling Challenge: It’s 2008 and time for a my 4th annual challenge! {More»}

Tour de France

2008 Tour de France Preview Stage 17 - Galibier and Alpe d’Huez»

As the last big mountain day, this stage could decide the entire race.

Climbs

Broken Nose»

First, let me be clear, I am fine (although you’ll notice that my sunglasses weren’t as lucky). The Doctor said that it’s OK for people to now mock me.

Reviews

Barcelonnette: Alpine Cycling Paradise»

There may not be a better base in the French Alps for cycling than Barcelonnette.

It is literally surrounded by mountains looking to be climbed.

2008 Tour d'Enfer

Lost Boys 2008 Tour d’Enfer - Day 6 Preview»

Stage 6 will see the Tour d’Enfer climb the mythic Col d’Izoard. Perhaps most famous for the exploits of Fausto Coppi and Louison Bobet.

The Challenge

My 2008 Cycling Challenge:»

It’s 2008 and time for a my 4th annual challenge!

Touring

Cycling the Routes des Grandes Alpes - The 2008 Tour d’Enfer»

Are you looking for a challenging cycle touring route in the Alps that visits some of the most famous Tour de France climbs?

Snow

Col de la Joux Verte Col de Bassachaux»

The plan was to cycle up Col de la Joux Verte.

I knew the road was still closed, but it’s been so warm we thought with mountain bikes that we’d be OK.