L’ Alpe d’Huez! Find the shade!

 Well that was a tough one! Started with Col De Sarrene that had stunning views but a little gravely descent, which we all took nice and slow.  Rolled on down the beautiful landscape, to follow the river to Bourg d’Oisans.  There were waterfalls all along the descent and snow capped mountains in the distance.  The Alps are so incredibly beautiful and just huge.  We stopped for coffee before climbing the gigantic Alp d’Huez and by this time the heat was creeping into the afternoon.   I think we all got lost in the local bike stores too long here, so were baking by the time we hit the Alp.  

Going up the 21 hairpins was challenging, but it’s such an iconic climb that you try to ignore the pain and heat and enjoy the sights and sounds around you.  It was nice to hear the waterfalls on the side of the road ... I was tempted to dunk my head in one but thought it best to keep pedaling. I’m sure I’ll get another opportunity to dunk the head this week. Here is a collection of photos from the day also including Peter’s! Thanks!  Tomorrow is double the climbing and mileage...we are in for a heavy week of riding! Yikes! 

Au revoir!


Neil, B, and Amos 

King of the Mountains!

Peter at the finish


Coca Cola....

And Orangina...


...And Fanta!




Bike tire tube vending machine!








Ouch..

Col De Sarrene gang roll out!

Waterfalls everywhere!

Peter, Chris and Dad before the Alp D’Huez


Comments

  1. barron.mary@gmail.comJuly 10, 2023 at 12:45 PM

    I love the pics of all the riders!! They are all climbing in the heat! And those giant mountains with rock spread all over! Heck of a first ride! Nathaniel will like seeing Gunther drink a Fanta! I would definitely want to stand in some of the waterfalls! Another beautiful post, Becky!! Love you!❤️❤️❤️

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  2. BBJuly 10, 2023 at 1:41 PM

    Thanks! I thought Nathaniel would like the Fanta! I’ll try to update tomorrow too if I don’t get in too late!

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  3. AnonymousJuly 12, 2023 at 7:40 AM

    Another great post B. With temps being so hot, that cannot be fun. Bring on the waterfalls! Still enjoying all your wonderful pics and descriptions. We voyeurs appreciate it B. Stay safe and hydrated. 🙏😘🚴‍♀️…g

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