Yesterday was a long day on the bikes, and all we really wanted was a quiet camp-site, where we would just relax, and get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, we didn’t have that luxury, thanks to the dogs howling in the large kennels behind the site, thumping music from a nearby van, and people shouting … More Devon to Provence By Bike, Day 11: Another 100km … and Onto The Canal
A wet day in Cognac meant a welcome break from the bikes, and having a moment to dry the tent. With rain falling steadily, we had a little explore and a chance to reflect in the last week and the way these little adventures are good for our souls . A slower day on our Devon to Provence adventure. … More Devon to Provence by Bike Day 9: A day off in Cognac.
Day 8 of our Devon to Provence cycling adventure takes us towards Cognac through beautiful French countryside. The scenery is delightful, but a brutal headwind made this scenic ride much tougher than expected. 🚴♀️🇫🇷💨 … More Devon to Provence by Bike: Day 8 – Beautiful Roads and a Brutal Headwind to Cognac
Day 7 of our Devon to Provence cycle tour takes a very wet turn as we pedal from Coulon through Poitou-Charentes to Dampierre sur Boutonne. Battling heavy rain, strong winds and increasingly soggy clothes, we discover that sometimes the best cycling adventures are the ones that don’t quite go to plan! … More Devon to Provence, Day 7: Soaked to the Skin and a Bike Race
It feels as if today marks the start of, what is due to be, a very busy summer of adventures. Over the next few months, it almost feels as if we have so much in the pipeline that at times, we will meet ourselves coming in the opposite direction. In fact, it’s so busy, with … More Older legs, bigger adventures – This year, we’re finally off to watch Paris-Roubaix
Postcards from Provence and beyond 