Cycling over the famous cobblestone roads of Northern France and Belgium, made famous by professional races like Paris-Roubaix and the Tour of Flanders, is the ultimate test for any bike rider.
Nico Roche and Simon Hooper have made it across the channel, and in Chapter 2 of ‘The Road To Champagne’ they’re in for a bumpy ride. After a delicious meal at Auberge Du Vert Mont made entirely of locally sourced produce, Nico and Simon put their bikes and bodies to the test over the brutal pavé as they continue on towards Champagne. We know their Michelin Powercup tyres are up for the abuse, but are Simon’s forearms?
The Road To Champagne chronicles Nico Roche & Simon Hooper’s cycling journey from the South of the UK to Champagne in the North East of France. They’ll ride and drive 485km together, with assistance from LeBlanq’s assistant DS Laura Senior, as they tackle winding lanes, steep bergs, and challenging conditions on the way to their final destination; The Avenue De Champagne – where they meet a very special guest; 3x Tour de France winner Greg Lemond.
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Love it…. Cobbles aren’t fun!