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Paris-Roubaix is known for its large and rough cut cobbles. Some stones have sunken inches, while others have heaved. There are gutters, swales, uneven crowns, enormous gaps and gaping holes. And once you are on the stones of Roubaix, you will wish you were on the cobbles of Flanders. To win Paris-Roubaix you need to rely on good luck and pray you don’t suffer from bad luck.
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Its well known Belgium is two distinct lands- Flanders and Wallonia. Its felt in the language, food, landscape and personalities. Traversing western Flanders, the cobbles of Doorn and Donderij remind us of where we’ve been and the hills of Mont St. Auber- climbed in past editions of the Tour of Wallonia-introduce us to French speaking Belgium. The old center of Lille is perfect for a post ride beer and dinner this evening.
Ride: 65 miles Overnight: Lille/Relais & Chateaux Clarance Hotel
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Welcome to Hell! A day on the bike unlike any other. We don’t believe in competition for this ride- this is about your personal journey along the roads conquered by Mercks, Gimondi, Moser, Kelly, Ballerini and Duclos-Lasalle. And the lesser known champions- Demol, DeMeyer, Wampers. Their names are etched in the stone stalls in the velodrome, and it is our task, whatever it takes across how many sectors you dream of, to enjoy your accomplishment when you arrive in Roubaix!
Ride:35-80 miles Overnight: Lille/Relais & Chateaux Clarance Hotel
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In 1913, Flemish journalist Karel van Wijendaele created the Tour of Flanders “ as an event to unite all Flemish people.” 100+ years later, it is easy to see the success of his idea. Crossing back into Flanders via the Kluisbergen and Knokteberg, we’ll visit the memorial erected to honor van Wijendaele and to have more go at the Oude Kwaremont- why not? We’ll celebrate tonight with young Chef Jeremy Vanderbecke at his small restaurant Mets Gusta outside of Roubaix.
Ride: 45 miles Overnight: Lille/Relais & Chateaux Clarance Hotel
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Since 1896, Paris-Roubaix has essentially remained unchanged. 27 sectors of grueling pave, a race no man wants to ride but everyone wants to win. Unlike Flanders, no one sets out to visit the towns, there’s no museum and there’s no reason to ride these roads but one day a year. Watching the race live, seeing the fatigue on the riders is something TV cannot depict. It’s an absurd spectacle, yet it’s entrancing. It’s enthralling. It’s mesmerizing. This is Paris-Roubaix.
Race: Paris-Roubaix Overnight: Lille/Relais & Chateaux Clarance Hotel
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Thanks for joining our trip. Riding and watching the Spring Classics is a dream many of us have shared. The iconic images in our memories, the stories, the races, the legends. Having experienced it changes our view on cycling and the sport and offers motivation for the next great adventure. Hope to see you in the Ardennes! Wherever you need to get to for your departure today, we take care of it for you.
LE ROI DU NORD
A BIT OF HEAVEN BEFORE HELL
HELL OF THE NORTH
A MONUMENT TO CYCLING
Roubaix crisscrosses a swath of land in Northern France that is nothing short of vast wide open farmland, its scenic beauty interrupted by the overpowering odor of manure, impoverished towns with empty storefronts, abandoned mine shafts and a gurgling nuclear power plant. If the season is right, vast fields glisten with the vibrant color of rapeseed across the horizon. But this only shades the truth. No one sets out to visit this part of France. You either live here, or you don’t. It is that simple. But within that framework, there defines the truth about Paris-Roubaix that is perhaps lacking from the other monuments. The race itself remains true to its original form, a course that holds closely its purpose now as in 1896. The start list is reserved for 192 riders, some who live for this race, many who would rather be somewhere else. If riding in the Tour de France is a badge of courage, then riding Paris-Roubaix is the Purple Heart. I have to believe Paris-Roubaix Sunday is one of the few exciting moments that occur all year long in some of the desolate villages the race visits.
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Riding the Crown: The Guts and Glory of Paris-Roubaix
As German John Degenkolb crossed the finish line in the Roubaix velodrome, victorious in the 114th edition of Paris-Roubaix, his raised arms framed his dirt encrusted face surrounding blackened teeth…
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One Race is One Man's Legacy
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One Race is One Man's Legacy
In 1980, Frenchman Gilbert Duclos-Lasalle finished 2nd to former World Champion Francesco Moser in Paris-Roubaix. The 25 year old Duclos-Lasalle withstood constant attacks from the Italian in the closing stages before finally conceding. Sometimes steely resolve alone cannot change the…
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UTR004: An Interview with Lee Rodgers
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UTR004: An Interview with Lee Rodgers
Lee Rodgers is an indie pro MTB & road cyclist, journalist, coach, brand consultant, and the creator of CrankPunk. CrankPunk Coaching Systems comes with the same no-nonsense, get-on-with-it attitude you’ll find in the articles Lee writes about cycling. This extends…
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"A WEEK I WILL NEVER FORGET!"
JASON HURDLE MEMPHIS, TN“I wanted to thank you guys for a wonderful trip. Truly an “Epic” adventure. I did a few thing on a bike that I thought I could never do (Roubaix/Koppenberg). Made some new friends, had great food and was in better shape than when I left. You guys really over delivered on every front. From the special Guides (Johan Museeuw!) to the hotels, food, and weather! Thank you very much for a week that I will never forget.”
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