TA-Racing

Day 3: 180km, 2900m ascent 

Today started differently, not only did we have the clouds at our windows when we woke but seeing as the day was going to be another long one we pushed the boat out and left 10 minutes early......could of been even earlier but the lads weren't as keen as me....now there's a first!

So with an 0850 start we pulled away and once again we hit a climb within minutes. This first climb was called the Col d' Aspin at 10k with an average gradient of 5% so the perfect warm up. The climb would of been a beautiful scenic tour (if climbs can be!) up through the mountain however a few thick rain clouds and too many clothes put a damper on it. We were, however, rewarded with an omelette and frites at the top which turned out to be the supercharged unleaded we needed for the next 150km.

As we began to find our speed through the valleys, working as the true team we are, we were met by our loyal supporters screaming our names! The crazy gang had arrived.

Further up the next Col we were then greeted by more friends and family who followed us for the rest of the day including a killer climb up the Col d'Aspet. This climb had some 17% inclines which really took it out of us and with no signs it felt endless! 

The only thing left was to eat up 50k, ride onto some fresh Tarmac, skid on some gravel at 35mph, overtake a few automobiles and navigate our way to heaven/dinner!

All-in-all a good day on the bikes.....

Cheers 
MMMs