The last day was 135kms over three final cols to the Mediterranean coastal town of Collioure, which included a further 1500m of ascent. The total for the trip according to those that follow these things on Garmin and Strava is over 1000 kms and 20,000m of climbing. Not bad for nine riding days.
The final dinner was a magnificent feast over looking the sea on a glorious Summer's evening. The company as always was excellent.
On behalf of all of us that were fortunate enough to be part of this trip a sincere thanks to Alistair for all his meticulous planning, and to Alistair (again) and Jim for looking after us so well on the trip.
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| All very keen.... the last morning about to leave Gincla |
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| Brendan sporting the only injury of the tour |
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| Ian takes no prisoners on the last climb |
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| Russell rolling down to the Mediterranean |
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| The countryside is much harsher and drier nearer the coast |
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| The pretty town of Ceret was the extended lunch stop of the day |
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| Even Rob stepped up from the usual panini |
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| Very happy cyclists arrive at the beach in Collioure |
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| Lew stood there for a long time until a photo was finally taken |
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Captain America Ben symbolically completes the coast to coast ride
The Finish |
Thanks to all for an unforgettable trip. From left to right Jim (La Fuga), Ben, David, Michael, Russell, Brendan, Alan, Steve, Jim, Darryl, Bill, Ian, Wayne, Rob and Lew (missing Alistair, the photographer)
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