Cevennes Summer 2013

The Cevennes was the right choice for a summer holiday for an aspirant but slow hill climber. Such a beautiful place with some sensational hills, long climbs and exhilarating descents from the pine woods on the ridges. 

I was fortunate enough to come across some dutch riders who were no slouches climbing despite the absence of hills at home. 

   

  

Refreshments on the way and Salade aux Gesiers in a beautiful cafe.  

   

Logging the miles, it was easy to allow yourself the odd slice of pepper saucissson.

 Hill tops and ridges led to spectacular views. Having squeezed in a few long rides, the hills back in Sussex seem a lot smaller and much more easily overcome now. The advent of autumn in Sussex is now a cooler pleasure, riding in the rain along Rye harbour nature reserve spotting the curlews and avocets. Looking forward to wintry bacon butty rides across the levels with the club. 

Alexander