I rode up Alpe d'Huez with Akeo, then over the Sarenne, down through Mizoen, then across the dam, down to Freney and across the shelf road. I'm still "digesting" the ride, but the Sarenne descent (Eastern side) is phenomenal, just for the views. It was unfortunately being graveled, but that wasn't an issue because I was enjoying the views so much. It looks like it might be a pretty amazing climb too -- must go back and try it. The whole area has a wild feel to it which is in stark contrast to the road to Alpe d'Huez and Alpe d'Huez itself. And speaking of which, Alpe d'Huez itself went ok, but I was pretty slow. The climb out of le Freney wore me down after all the earlier climbing, but the payoff is one of the most amazing roads I have been on in France. I had actually seen it many times from the road between Bourg and Lautaret, and always wondered how you get up there. Route planning on Strava showed me how to make the connection, and I'm so glad I took the time
Friday, July 20, 2012
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