Rising in glorious isolation above the lavender filled fields of Provence, Mont Ventoux stands as a colossal challenge that not only tests your strength and endurance but rewards with an unforgettable experience. This iconic mountain, known as the “Giant of…
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France is one of those classic cycling destinations we think everyone should experience at some point in their life. Not only is it home to world-class cuisine, spellbinding heritage and some of the most beautiful landscapes imaginable, it’s also the spiritual home of cycling. That’s right, you…
Two of the most iconic climbs in Tour de France history! This dramatic journey takes you from Mont Ventoux to Alpe d’Huez via some truly stunning, and challenging, Alpine riding. Our guide and cycling journalist, Hannah Reynolds, tells us all…
Riding a bike up a mountain, resisting gravity at every turn of the pedal, is not easy. But it is possible, for everyone, no matter how fit a cyclist you are. You might just be cutting your teeth on a…
Dare you take on one of the worlds most infamous climbs? Skedaddler Stuart Doran did just that earlier this year, armed with his trusty French stead and with the iconic peak of Mont Ventoux firmly in his sights. Find…