al yuille Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Looks like there is an appetite for the big Tour climbs next year - Billy can hardly wait. I guess most people will be 3\4 days as usual but a week would be nice. If we got organised early then we might avoid the trains, planes, automobiles ( and taxis ) LBL scenario. Should go with someone who can do access, transfers, catering etc. Might look more expensive but an all in price up front lets everyone know whats involved. Prob want to be in the Maurienne for the Alps or Luchon for the Pyrenees. Late June at the earliest I guess or could go as late as September. Plenty of time for someone to organise ! http://www.cyclingascents.com/bedandbreakfast.html#.Vbl1uXir1AY http://bikelodging.com/chalet/allemont-vaujany/vaujany-catered-chalet http://www.alpinecadence.com/accommodation.php http://www.villaportillon.com/Summer%20Rates.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2024 Subscriptions Darryl Gunson Posted July 30, 2015 2024 Subscriptions Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 I'd definitely be up for a French trip. Preferably later - August/September. We can take further soundings on the night out. A good base in the Pyrenees is Argeles Gashosht (sp) near Tarbes. Bourg d'oisin is a very good, but busy place for the the Alps. Another possibility would be to do a light tour- a sort of modified 'raid Pyrenees ' . With this you travel v light and ride out of the airport and start the tour, staying hostels and b-+ bs. Just a thought.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Michael Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Would definitely be interested, preferably the iconic alps though Darryls pyrenees type tour sounds a great idea 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted July 30, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 I would be up for either, I stayed in La Chambre, which is at the foot of the Col du Glandon and Col de la Madeleine withing 50km of most of the Classic climbs. Accommodation was cheap they had nice cabins in the campsite I stayed in http://www.campingleboisjoli.com/fr/index.aspx But would be happy with Pyrenees as not been Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions gregbalden Posted July 30, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 On route back from LBL me, couts, tom H and al yuille, had discussed a touring styled ride. But to keep it fun with the good bikes, by chipping in for a driver. A friend/ relative whos sole job is to drive with bags and be a broom wagon, the cyclists collectively pay for their trip and they drive for us. This sort of trip in interested in, if I went I would opt for late summer too. But ill be a late entry if any. Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions gregbalden Posted July 30, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Oh! Also, the Caledonian sleeper can be booked a year in advance. Chepeast one way, seat is £39.50, bike is free. Then, you could buy one of those euro rail cards, not sure on price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Stayed here http://pyreneescyclinglodge.com when I was in the Pyrenees. Tourmalet/Luz Ardiden etc within 20km. Situated about 20miles from Lourdes in the Argelès-Gazost region that Darryl mentioned. Ran by an Irish couple. Pick up/drop of from the airport. Paddy can act as a guide but we didn't get lost. Only sleeps 14 so might be lucky to get everyone in depending who goes. As for the Alps. Rented a gite through Gites de France and stayed in Allemont which is 6 miles from Bourg d'Oisans at the base of the Glandon. Drove all the way which was a mission but it's about 40km from Grenoble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark O Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 The Alps/Pyrenees would be fun - clearly I'll take the cable car to the bottom of each climb!!!. Personally not time constrained as to when but would wish to avoid school holidays. Usual week for me. If this is the consensus for next year then either a single centre with daily rides in various directions is one option or a point to point is the alternative. I'm not bothered either way. Single centre does however negate the need for multiple hostelries offering multiple berths, which might prove challenging depending on overall numbers. Makes booking far easier and allows for staggered arrivals/departures depending on individuals' priorities or requirements. If we go for the point to point option then I suggest we agree early doors this is the option we are taking and stick to it. Agree a draft route, broad numbers and likely budget for accommodation and task someone(possibly 2) with coming up with reasonable options - I don't mind slumming it so long as there is food, a hot shower and a bed at the end of each day and I don't have to think too much about these or negotiate/haggle over them. The usual headless chicken approach we adopt for trips plays havoc with my OCD and need for structure and detail. Happy to do the whole pannier thing or as Greg suggests hire van and driver, to deal with the logistics. Food for thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavieB Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Yep very keen - done the Pyrenees and would love the Alps. I'm easy in terms of dates but as evidenced at this years Tour scorching summer heat to be avoided during planning phase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EPCC Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Guys Just to check that you all want to go up hills for two hours come back down very quickly only to do it again you are all mad I have done some TDF climbs and as a result not in any particular hurry to do more Might pop along just to laugh at you all once your back starts screaming at you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions George Posted July 30, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Bulky Billy, you are a true flandrian. Can you not hear the flandrian bagpipes calling you home? Some of these guys struggle to get up the Haylie. They'll never make it up these alpine climbs. I laugh in your general direction. HahHahahahahahahHahahahahahahaha PaulL, Richie Cross and gregbalden 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Michael Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 There is another thread for you pair 😉 alexb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexb Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 I'm up for somewhere sunny with nice beer. Alps, Pyrenees, I'll go with the flow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Porteous Posted July 30, 2015 Report Share Posted July 30, 2015 Count me in! As carlton kirby always says: "the difference between the alps and the pyrenees is, you're never far away from a sandwich in the pyrenees" given my history of slow painful deaths (to be added to this weekend im sure) a sarnie and a pint every 5km sounds good! Just kidding, would love either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted August 9, 2015 Members Report Share Posted August 9, 2015 Al was doing a but of checking myself for 2016. Easyjet set flight Edinburgh- Lyon, departing sat back wed. 2.5 hours drive to Monte ventoux, to do that on Sunday. 2 hour drive back to alp deux huez on Mon or Tue, then flight back on Wed. Flight times are ok, just need a base in France. Just chucking it out there..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions P McDonald Posted August 11, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Another thought Anyone fancy one of the hardest sportives in the world ( in terms of climbing ) for 2016 ? Including the Stelvio and the Mortirolo. http://www.cycleclassictours.com/cycleholidayseurope/gf-stelvio-santini-2016/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexb Posted August 11, 2015 Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 I've done this route before and loved it. (1000cc engine helped!) I'd be up for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2024 Subscriptions Darryl Gunson Posted August 11, 2015 2024 Subscriptions Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'd be up for both a sportive and a trip to ride some iconic mountains in France, late summer. When is the grandfondo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2024 Subscriptions Darryl Gunson Posted August 11, 2015 2024 Subscriptions Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Ahh June. Could work for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions charlie p Posted August 11, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Paul Looks great but why pay for 5 star when I could find us a rest up hostel or equivalent George 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions robster82 Posted August 11, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Looks absolutely tremendous! would definitely be up for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark O Posted August 11, 2015 Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Looks fab Paul. I had seen this elsewhere previously but couldn't find the source again. I'd definitely be up for this as part of a week's tour in the same vein as the NC. A return to Italy - what's not to like and with it being June plenty of time to prep. Definitely a real option, well done that man. M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexb Posted August 11, 2015 Report Share Posted August 11, 2015 Charlie, there are many equivalents to your hostel. None in Barlinnie though as they are too palatial. You are banned from hotel room bookings due to your inability to recognise either the t being replaced with a v or an s being added before the t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark O Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 I know its early Ladies and Gents but some firm indication as to the preferred trip might be good even now. A general consensus would allow us to perhaps appoint a billeting officer and transportation officer to investigate options and report back with indicative costs and the potential for group discounts if possible. Subject to securing the necessary passes and annual leave chit I would voting for Italy. M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EPCC Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 Easy jet fly Edinburgh Milan Jet two fly Glasgow to Venice one other flys to Verona all these charge for bikes BA via London £223 includes bags Easy jet jet2 Ryan air don't publish their schedule that far in advance so you won't know until November for them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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