Our group riding through a town with Giro decorations |
Today's route started with a pleasant ride through alpine villages and a long descent. I was thankful for the disc brakes on the Trek Domane SL7 I was riding.
Photo along the Giro route |
After riding up Mortirolo, supposedly the second hardest climb in Europe, we gathered for lunch. I was one of the last to get to the top, but some folks did not even attempt it. So, I was a bit disappointed, but not too badly. After lunch, we went outside to wait for the Giro riders to come up the same climb we had just don't. It was a bit foggy and drizzling, like it had been on our ride, but not bad. Over the next 20 minutes, the clouds descended and the rains fell. By the time the riders arrived it was pouring.
Obligatory selfie in the Alps |
Some more photos
The crowds near the top of Mortirolo shortly before the clouds and rain rolled in, followed by the Giro riders |
First two riders climbing Mortirolo |
Way to go, Bill! That's an amazing climb you did. Just remember what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. ...., right? ;-)
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