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As a rest day for the Tour riders we took the opportunity to check out Alpe d’Huez. The bus took the riders to the top of the Col du Lauteret, and the non-riders right to the top in the village of Huez.
The descent down Lauteret was 40 of the fastest downhill kilometres I’ve ever ridden! Coasting downhill at blazing speeds for the better part of the hour is quite a thrill… but nothing compared to the climb up Alpe d’Huez. (When I get home I’ll post pictures and video.)
The Tour passes through in two days but already the route is packed with caravans and fans… all who were in full support mode - cheering all of us as we made the ascent. After noticing my CANADA jersey, a trio of Dutchmen even sang the opening line of “O Canada” to me as encouragement.
It was a complete thrill that will stay with me forever!
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