Interesting, early days I suppose as it doesn't seem too clear whether it'll be run on the self supported principles we know and love or more along the lines of the TCR ... I saw mention of pairs / teams.
There was a French TD style route mentioned in 2013, not sure if this is it? Similar distance and gain. Interesting anyway, especially if its mixed terrain.
A massive bump and a while away yet (however I'm away of to Scandinavia for two months as of tomorrow) ...but if you fancy some dot watching in August.
As a matter of interest who is Samuel?
Not Samuel Becuwe?
Yes, him.
Small world ! Sam is a friend of mine :) Lovely, if somewhat unhinged, fella :)
Great rider. Makes me laugh when he lights a cigarette yet is one of the best long distance riders I know !
Saw him 2 weeks ago in Slovenia for the Singlespeed European Champs. I suspect he rode there. Works as a train driver for SNCF.
:)
duncan and steve? I was a very respectable 21st at cp2 until today where i cycled 44 miles and then 5 miles back in the wrong direction. I think I have pulled a muscle in my right quad descending as i always stand on the pedals left foot forward. :-/
I'm withdrawing. Pain back to a dull ache but it's not going to stay that way for the 80 odd miles and 2500m of climbing I would have to ride today. Bummed out... I have massive respect to the fast guys I have no idea how they do it.
Sorry to hear that Ben but remember, you made the start which is way more than 95% of us.
BTW - don't bend your knees quite so much when you're standing. Aim to have your knees 'just' bent as it'll put much less strain on your quads and keep your weight centred better.