CYCLING FRANCE : DONE RIGHT SINCE 2008
If you’re planning to ride in the Oisans and everyone keeps talking about Alpe d’Huez, here’s something most riders overlook. The Pas de la Confession. A quieter, north-facing climb above Bourg d’Oisans that gives you spectacular views, steady gradients, and none of the chaos of the famous 21 bends. In this week’s video, I ride…
When people think about cycling in the Oisans Valley, they usually think of Alpe d’Huez.But some of the best rides in the French Alps are the quieter ones. The Col d’Ornon is often suggested as a rest-day climb: smooth tarmac, gentle gradients, and far less traffic than the big cols. On paper, it’s an ideal…
The Col de Sarenne is one of the wildest and most beautiful mountain passes in the French Alps. Narrow, exposed, and perched high above the Oisans valley, it feels far removed from the busy climbs most cyclists know. In 2026, however, this quiet road is set to become the focus of major attention. On 19…
For decades, cyclists have been told there are 21 bends on Alpe d’Huez. It’s the legend. The myth. The badge of honour. But after riding the climb myself — and filming every turn — I realised something surprising: There are More Than 21 Bends. More than most people think. My latest video breaks it all…