I’ve written here in the past about the Tour de France, the epic bicycle race that that criss-crosses France for three weeks each July. About 2100 miles in 21 days that climbs through the heights of the Pyrenees and Alps. It is an incredible test of strength, endurance and nerve putting perhaps the greatest endurance athletes on the planet on the edge of their physical capacities.
For me, this event is like a yearly Olympics or a 21 game World Series, each day bringing something new to marvel at– incredible scenery, awe-inspiring performances and sometimes horrifying crashes.
And this morning, as the race winds down to tomorrow’s finish on the Champs de Elysee in Paris, is one of the most fabled routes in the Tour– the climb up Alpe d’Huez. Over 68 miles filled with ridiculous grades, hairpin turns and fierce competition. Just great sport.
Below is a profile of today’s route and below that a little riding music from Queen. Got to run– the race is on!
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