Today was not a day for the faint hearted. Two mammoth climbs with 80km of fast downhill in between. Some legs will be sleeping well in Valhalla tonight. The rain kept down to a drizzle and a couple of showers with things warming up (in climbing as well as weather terms) in the afternoon. Many riders completed their toughest ever day in the saddle today - RESPECT!
Stephan took in the first climb before being joined by Iain for the fun part. A shallow slope and some long flats all the way down to Lom where the route to the second climb began. Stephan also retired from the full tour at this point, saving his weary legs for the days ahead. Both of us took a swim in the hotel pool this afternoon and are ready for whatever tomorrow throws at us.
The battle for victory at the head of the pack today sounded more like a war of attrition, with most of the leading pack too tired to attack, the winners were those who survived.
Ever thought about challenging yourself to the limit? This is what happens when you accept the challenge! Follow us as we tackle the 2007 Viking Tour. Enjoy the views, relate to the challenge, feel the pain.....
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About Us
- Iain Mackie
- Originally from Carluke, a small town in Scotland, now based in Älmhult, an even smaller town in southern Sweden. Keen cyclist, I also try to pack in being a swimming trainer, travelling, scuba diving, reading and working on my new house in the time not commuting the 5 minutes to and from my job at IKEA here in Älmhult.
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Copyright 2007 - Iain Mackie, Stephan Paetzelt & Mike Crawshaw
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