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Thu Sep 19th 2013

Languedoc Day 5	3*

Leader: Chris Walters	Start Time: 9:00 am	Start Location: Uzes
Description: Moussac
Riders: Andy Pixton Chris Walters David Smith John Talbot John Tranter Katherine Boyce Phil Stubbings Ursula Hallam Riders = 8 Weather: Report: An incongruous start to the day, with the exit to Uzes being somewhat misplaced. Finally on the right road, we struggled to descend straight into a Mistral wind. Normally not a major problem, but "the day after Ventoux" there are certainly some sore legs. This ride is a classic touring ride in the best CTC tradition. Quiet roads, some climbs and descents, and absolutely fantastic scenery to take in. The descent down to Brignon provided an early highlight with a fast, wide, smooth and empty road. We got some good views of Mt Bouquet, the local test piece, on the way, together with a few "how hard could it be" comments... Moussac provided the coffee stop of the week, with fantastic coffee, very welcome ice-cream, and some awesome service and banter from the owners - bon! Returning via Russan (St Anastasie) we took a quick detour to the bridge over the Gardon to get a feel for the level of the 2002 floods - scary. After a final push back into the wind, the climb into Uzes had one last go at aching legs. Did I mention it was really hot today?
Distance: 54.30 km (33.74 mi)	Ride Details: http://ridewithgps.com/trips/1832576
Lunch on the terrace in Uzès before the ride Les Amis The September 2002 flood line is scarily high
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Start Locations: WMP
Wantage Market Place; OMH
Old Mill Hall, Grove

Categories: 1* - Suitable for irregular, social, beginner or family riders, pace will match the slower riders. Not hilly or long. Expect rides up to 3 hours. Gentle exercise.; 2* - Suitable for regular riders who prefer to cover some distance but at a more relaxed pace. Likely to be half-day rides. Solid exercise.; 3* - Suitable for experienced riders, may be hilly, long, quick, or any combination! Likely to be half or full-day rides. Challenging exercise.; 4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.; More Information