Hey Reader This is a long one, so grab a cuppa, settle in and get the rundown on everything you'll need to make the most of the upcoming trip. If you have any questions, please reply, call me on 0413 852 222 or post in our FB Messenger Group. I will have other updates as we go, but this should be plenty to get you going. Pyrenees 2026 Information Pack WHAT TO PACK To make life easier on the trip, it makes sense to pack light. Below are the items I suggest you bring. I've used this list on...
about 1 month ago • 15 min read
Hey Reader Happy New Year! Hope you've enjoyed some down time ver the break and been able to rack up plenty of k's on the bike. Now we're in 2026, the countdown to Europe is well and truly on. Speaking of the trip... Three years ago was the first time we had a custom kit for the France trip, and it was a real hit. In the following years, it has become even more popular. If you're keen, I've created a new design for this year. No pressure to purchase, and nothing in it for me. Baz Doosey was a...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
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...
4 months ago • 5 min read
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...
5 months ago • 4 min read
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. Group photo at the summit of a hidden gem of a climb on the French and Spanish border. Spend 3.5 weeks in July for approx. $8000 ALL INCLUSIVE (excluding...
7 months ago • 2 min read
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...
12 months ago • 1 min read
Want to be featured on an upcoming episode of the PhotoBizX podcast? I’m creating a special New Year’s episode, and I’d love for YOU to be part of it. Here’s how: Record a quick audio message (no editing needed – I’ll take care of that!) responding to ONE of these prompts: A Big Win: What’s one thing you did this year that transformed your photography business? A Lesson Learned: What’s one valuable business lesson you discovered in 2024? Holiday Shoutout: Send a holiday message or shoutout to...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Great news! All hotels have confirmed availability for us, so we are locked in and good to go with our number one preference. This means we'll be in the Alps to see the Queen Stage of the TDF, which literally passes the front door of our hotel in La Chambre. YES, we will get up close to the TDF on a mountain stage — the Queen Stage of 2025, no less! Here is our confirmed itinerary... Tuesday, July 1st: Arrive at Barcelona Airport early morning (or the B&B Hotel Validecans we use...
over 1 year ago • 4 min read
Believe it or not, preparations have started for next year's trip to France — with some confirmed riders already. I'm now taking $1000 deposits for this trip of a lifetime! If you or someone you know is interested, details are below. Group photo at the summit of a hidden gem of a climb on the French and Spain border. Spend 3.5 weeks in July for approx. $7500 ALL INCLUSIVE (excluding alcohol and spending money). The cost is based on international flights at $2000. This includes international...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read
