The Coasts and Cols Tour - Final Numbers and Photo Essay
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Numbers aren't everything; but when combined with pictures, and context, they tell a story. The ' Coasts and Cols ' Tour was the hardest multi-day ride I have ever ridden. It was the biggest riding 'set' that I have ever completed. It was an achievement; an experience, and a challenge. It was also, crucially, a beautiful and enjoyable journey. Here are some of the key metrics from the trip; accompanied by my favourite photo from each of the twelve days away from home. 94 hrs 20 mins - Total Riding Time 1933 kilometres - Total Distance Ridden 28,629 metres - Total Elevation Climbed Every kilometre and every metre climbed holds a little story. Below is a montage of memories. Photo Essay Day 0 - 'Rolling Out' The trip begins. I sit on the deck of the ferry, sipping a cold beer. We head out into the English Channel - bound for Spain, the mountains, and the unknown. Day 1 - 'First Pedal Strokes' Ferry delayed by a