Caroline at Col de Sarraut

DAY 11 on the bike, June 25th - Gap to Sisteron

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June 25th 2017
This entry by Tom. The overnight thunderstorm did little or nothing to lower the expected temperatures today. I guess by now it doesn’t matter much because we’re used to it. After the most American-style hotel breakfast I can remember in France--maybe because we are at a Best Western--I installed my new cleats and headed out. The plan was for Luce and Donna to drive Caroline up to the top of ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more