Starting in Toulouse: Rugby, Roads, and a New Cycling Journey

Its been a whistle-stop last few days, but all of a sudden, we know where, when and how our summer cycling adventure will start. As ever, we have given ourselves plenty of planning time, as it starts this Friday! In 4 days time, we’ll be on our way. Let me explain why this all may … More Starting in Toulouse: Rugby, Roads, and a New Cycling Journey

Saddlebag of Memories… Day 11… Toulouse to Carcassonne

After yesterday’s ride, and highly sophisticated supper of takeaway pizza and wine from paper cups, we slept like the dead, waking at just after 6, getting ready to go on again. The first thing we did, was look at the weather forecast, which was still showing that there would be rare showers in the morning, … More Saddlebag of Memories… Day 11… Toulouse to Carcassonne

Saddlebag of Memories… Day 10 … Lacenne to Toulouse

Over the last 10 days, we’ve chanced on some wonderful Chambres D’Hotes, and last night was no different. We had decided to stay just north of Agen, after crossing The Lot river, finding a peaceful little chateau that offered rooms and a swimming pool. It was an incredible place, that has been in the same … More Saddlebag of Memories… Day 10 … Lacenne to Toulouse