October is a great month here in the Oisans with temperatures during the day reaching mid 20 centigrade – you just have to remember to pack an extra layer for the descents but otherwise its fantastic especially with the changing season. I always start October with a birthday ride up Alpe d’Huez to see what sort of form I am in after the summer season of riding. This time was also a special occasion as I tried out my new Felt SL carbon road bike. This is the first time i have ridden a carbon road bike and it definately felt a lot more responsive.
For the record my time was 62 minutes – despite stopping for the loo! (another year older perhaps this is a sign of things to come !) and adjustment of the position of the saddle.
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