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2004 Alpe d’Huez Time Trial & Andy Hampsten – Tour de France Vacation Packages

by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 2, 2018 | Blog, Update | 0 comments

I was personally in attendance for this stage in 2004, on my first trip to Europe to ride my bike. It also happened to be one of OBT’s Tour de France tours! Fast forward 6 years, Joy and I took the reigns of OBT and now lead the TdF...

2004 Alpe d’Huez Time Trial & Andy Hampsten – Tour de France Vacation Packages

by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog, Update | 0 comments

Note: This is an article that Bruce Hildenbrand wrote for Cycle Sport on Andy Hampsten’s first American win on l’Alpe d’Huez, and the preview of the epic 2004 mountain Time Trial up Alpe d’Huez. For the results of the 2004 Alpe d’Huez Time Trial click here. To experience one of our...

Luberon Cycling

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

The Luberon is a region within greater Provence that is home to what many cherish as the true Provence. Villages of Menerbes, Lacoste, Roussillon, and Gordes give the region the genuine feel of the area. Weekly village markets, a slow pace, quiet roads, rich history, and friendly locals all add...

Cycling in Provence

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

There are many words that create images of Provence – lavender, wine, Mt. Ventoux, the Luberon, relaxed, beautiful. All of these create the perfect destination for a vacation. And what better vacation than cycling in Provence? In Provence there is riding for all levels – whether you’re looking for...

Cycling Through Provence Lavender

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

Provence is a destination of dreams – great food, the best wine, and amazing visual beauty. But the most impressive annual sensory event is the lavender bloom. The acres of flowing fields filled with blooming flora is not only visually impressive, but also an olfactory experience that cannot be missed. The...