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Conquering Mt. Ventoux

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 22, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

Provence is a destination of dreams – great food, the best wine, and amazing visual beauty. This is why Provence is one of our favorite destinations to offer tours. Riding for all levels, but especially for those interested in conquering Mt. Ventoux. Allow us to host you on...

6 night Chianti cycling adventure

by Coreen Mazzocchi | Dec 8, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

The Chianti region of Tuscany is the highlight of any cycling tour in Italy. More than just a destination, Chianti is a cycling paradise. If you daydream about bike tours on smooth quiet roads over rolling hills, relaxing afterwards with long wine-soaked dinners, a Chianti cycling adventure is your answer. Wind...

Alpe d’Huez Time Trial Preview (2004) & Andy Hampsten

by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 6, 2016 | 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. Want to see the Tour...

Food in Tuscany – 5 specialties you must try

by Coreen Mazzocchi | Nov 14, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

After a gorgeous day of pedalling and sightseeing through Tuscany, you will have worked up a hearty appetite. Luckily you are in the perfect place to indulge! When on your Tuscan adventure with Outfitter Bicycle Tours, take time to really enjoy the local food. Here are 5 Tuscan specialties...

What Is So Special About Our Self-Guided Bicycle Tours?

by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 24, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

We regularly are asked the question “What so special about your Self Guided bicycle tours?”. An OBT Self-Guided Bicycle Tours are not the typical “self-guided” tour. So much so that we prefer to call them “Independent Supported Tours”. We hold ourselves to a higher standard, with much more “touch”...