A classic col, grovelled up in less than classic style! 19km to climb 1600m. I think it was moving faster than me.
I am struggling with my gearing. Just not low enough to spin up easily. Everyone else has much lower gears. I’m an idiot. Still, I have my touring bike in the car for my ride with Helen – so I’ll try that tomorrow.
I was pretty fried at the top, but the scenery was stunning, and a grand cafe brought me round.
I’m now at the Camping du Grand Cols – full of cyclists and no families with noisy kids. Horrah! Good job it’s good because I’m here for almost a week.
Good ride. I did it from the north, just after they had resurfaced it. Up was OK, but down! Very slow. You’re right, it is very hot out here. My Garmin got to 42c today! No comment on gears, you know my thoughts!
Ok fellas stop moaning about the heat, its wet and windy in Yorkshire and not very warm. And remember you’ re on holiday. Sitting in the shade with a good book is always an option.