During March we cycle on the plains and in the lower hills up to 700m (2300ft). Alternatively we jump in the car and head into the Vercors for a days either downhill or cross-country skiing.

For most people it's too early in the season to be hitting gradients in excess of 7% and we leave those until May when our legs are stronger.

The gradients are nice and gentle, up to 5% so you can either give them a bash or ride at a steady tempo dependiong on how you feel. The roads are very quiet and the twisting descents are an ideal terrain for practicing your braking and cornering skills.

Friday: Arrive at Grenoble or Valence station and transfer to St.Nazaire-en-Royans. Either assemble your bike or get fitted to your hire bike and have a short loosening up ride before dinner.

Saturday: Head north along the Isere valley and do two gentle climbs. The blossom will be appearing on the trees and flowers line the side of the roads.

Sunday: Climb one of the gorges for a tour of the Vercors National Park. This can be a great time to ride here as there is still snow on the peaks and spring flowers in the forests and fields.

Monday: A short ride in the hills to the west of the Isere valley before a quick lunch and you return home.

Booking

We can normaly take bookings at short notice.

 

 

© Philip Smith 2006 - 2007.