My turn to have gawn and dunnit, just signed up for the 2012 L'Etape du Tour in the Pyrenees!

As some of you are already aware I'm close to leaving blighty to start a new life in the Pyrenees. We are aiming to setup a cycling based B&B which will have access to some of the most awe inspiring climbs of the the TdF. Naturally once we are up and running I'd hope to see some of (all would be nice) you come over to ride some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, I'll be sure to let you have details when we are ready, there will of course be discount for club members.

We will be living in the area close to the staging of the Etape whilst we look for suitable property, so thought that I needed a challenge to aim for, the Etape seemed like a good choice, although at present I can't imagine the fitness levels I'll need to accomplish the whole stage! I'm starting with a tough Sportive in the area on the 19th of February, so will be thinking of you all running the Kentish Killer, you now know why I can't help out ;-)

I look forward to getting in some rides with you all before I go....

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Permalink Reply by Brian Willis on January 8, 2012 at 13:04

Thanks Steve (missed you today), more the merrier. We would hope to be able to cater for at least 10 staying together, so perhaps once we are ready we can discuss a group coming over, that would be great!

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Permalink Reply by Brian Willis on February 6, 2012 at 8:28

Well it's official now, exchanged on our house on Friday, so leave for France on the 14th of February. Will keep you all posted with developments, been a pleasure riding with you all and look forward to seeing you in France once we are up and running with the B&B.