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Hey Reader Believe it or not, preparations have started for next year's European cycling adventure! Not only to France next year, but also Andorra, Girona and the Spanish Pyrenees too! — with some riders confirmed already. I'm now taking $1000 deposits for this trip of a lifetime. If you or someone you know is interested, details are below. This includes international flights, car hire, meals, accommodation... everything. NOTE: You book your flights in your preferred class. I collect payment for accommodation, internal transport and included meals. The amount left over will cover any meals not included and your international flights. Dates are July 1st — 25th. Starting and finishing in Barcelona (or Girona), Spain. You'll ride in the French and Spanish Pyrenees, Andorra and Girona, home of the world tour male and female pro cyclists. Riding, climbing, scenery and food like you've never experienced (unless you've been before). 😉 We'll spend a day seeing and experiencing the Tour de France on one of the big climbs — yet to be determined which stage. I'll plan a ride daily, but take as many days off as you like. No pressure to ride every day if you don't want to. Limited numbers only, and we already have confirmed riders. Reason for the early planning: hotels need to be booked to secure the best accommodation, and the earlier you book your flights, the cheaper they will be. Early-bird specials for flights are available from September. NOTE: If you'd like to hear how good this trip is, let me know, and I'll give you some names and numbers of this year's riders — or I can share some FB profiles to read and see their accounts from this year's trip. Or, if you prefer a slideshow, here: https://andrew-hellmich.smartslides.com/france2023/ Contact me (Andy Hellmich) for more details, details for your deposit or any questions at: andrew@impact-images.com.au or 0413 852 222. Speak soon PS These trips aren't only about the rides! I can guarantee plenty of laughs and good times away from the bike too! |
Hey Reader I've just finished lunch and watching a couple of YouTube videos about cycling in Europe, in particular Girona and France. As much as I love these videos, the bad thing is they make me wish the year away. I can't wait to get back and show you the incredible roads around Girona, the stunning Costa Brava, the beautiful Pyrenees, and the weird and wonderful Andorra! You can see from one side of Andorra to the other, it's a tiny country without a flat road in sight. I expect you're as...
Hey Reader Planning has been well underway for our 2026 cycling adventure! Here is the first update; I'll keep you posted as we go. Although the official TDF route has not been announced, I have a source who has confirmed the Tour will be racing from Pau to Gavarnie early in the second week. Armed with this information, I've been able to book and confirm almost all of our accommodation — I'm still waiting to finalise which hotel in Andorra and pay a deposit for our Girona stay. Everything...
Hey Reader Two years ago was the first time we had a custom kit for the France trip, and it was a real hit. Last year's was even more popular. If you're keen, I've created a new design for this year. No pressure to purchase, and nothing in this for me. Baz Doosey is a Central Coast Cycling Club member who works for the GoBik clothing brand. He helped put this together and can answer questions, along with me, if you have any. The 2025 France kit design. You can see the jersey and bib shorts...