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Jan / 7 / 2021
This last year, we have all been living at some level of COVID alert. After the news in China and then the spread to Italy, we were all washing hands, wearing masks, elbow bumping, trying to keep our distance from each other and working from home. Everything eased up during summer and then the cold weather arrived and with it, our second wave. And I was careful. I followed the protocols, the rules, but this time I got infected.
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Joel Cuenya
Mar / 6 / 2020
Our Chief Driver and great Trip Leader Joel Cuenya tells us about his Argentina, his homeland and some important and interesting facts that you will want to know about Bariloche, Argentina and Patagonia!
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Feb / 28 / 2020
Covid-19 virus... So, do we ignore the elephant and pretend it is not there and hope it goes away? Or do we address the issue of the elephant in the room to work out how to deal with it?
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Covid-19 virus... So, do we ignore the elephant and pretend it is not there and hope it goes away? Or do we address the issue of the elephant in the room to work out how to deal with it?
Drastically the environment changed from limestone and pine smelling forests to sharp limestone rocky slopes, small juniper shrubs …and goats meandering across the road with shepherds scrambling the white rocky terrain not far behind.
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Feb / 14 / 2020
I was looking for inspiration and Google was not helping…then I thought…who do I know that loves bikes and met their life partner through biking? Well knock me down with a sledgehammer! It took about 15 minutes but then I remembered - I met my husband in a bike shop in Sydney...
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Feb / 8 / 2020
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Jan / 10 / 2020
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Jan / 16 / 2020
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Dec / 8 / 2019
After retiring as a professional cyclist and I joined Grand Tours Project, and yet another part of my dream has come true - to develop a training camp or a tour of this magical island, where you can live your passion and share it with friends...
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After retiring as a professional cyclist and I joined Grand Tours Project, and yet another part of my dream has come true - to develop a training camp or a tour of this magical island, where you can live your passion and share it with friends...
Dec / 19 / 2019
The GTP elves have been busy researching and designing tours for 2020. But that doesn't stop us from having fun choosing the top 10 cyclist presents for Christmas! Here we go:
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Nov / 21 / 2019
Ok, so we’ve all heard of blockchain, unless you’ve been living under a particularly heavy and sound absorbing block for the last 5 years...
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Oct / 12 / 2019
Here is your opportunity to reserve and take home a beautiful ex-rental Bianchi Infinito CV disk with Ultegra di2 with minimal kilometres, well maintained by professional mechanics during and after each tour, for only a fraction of the price of a new model.
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Here is your opportunity to reserve and take home a beautiful ex-rental Bianchi Infinito CV disk with Ultegra di2 with minimal kilometres, well maintained by professional mechanics during and after each tour, for only a fraction of the price of a new model.
Sep / 29 / 2019
If you were Dutch, Slovenian or a cycling aficionado, Primož Roglič of Team Jumbo-Visma was always on the world cycle racing radar...
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May / 15 / 2019
From Riding Every Km of a Grand Tour to competing in a Granfondo or enjoying one of our explorer tours, stage rides are more popular than ever, with many professional and amateur athletes keen to test themselves over multiple days. That's why we have partnered with OTE Sports.
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Apr / 28 / 2019
With the 2019 edition, less than 2 weeks away here is everything you need to know about the race...
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With the 2019 edition, less than 2 weeks away here is everything you need to know about the race...
Mar / 22 / 2019
From quiet roads and epic climbs, to beautiful hotels and delicious food... there's 100's of reasons why you should ride the Giro Rosa. Read our top 5!
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Feb / 1 / 2019
Born on the 15 September 1919, some say it was a natural talent that drew Coppi to cycling, whilst some say he had grit; the single minded focus, will and determination to work hard at his dream and become a champion against all odds.
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Jan / 25 / 2019
With the summer just around the corner, it's time to get training. Grand Tours Project has officially set your 2019 Challenge. How many you can tick off our bucket list? Bonne chance!
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With the summer just around the corner, it's time to get training. Grand Tours Project has officially set your 2019 Challenge. How many you can tick off our bucket list? Bonne chance!
Jan / 11 / 2019
If I were asked what ride of 2018 was my favorite, I would pause and reflect ... In 2018, I had the great opportunity to return to cycling through Grand Tours Project. Of all those adventures, one in particular comes to mind: our ride with Primož Roglič, based from Park Gstaad Hotel.
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Photos: Tim Bardsley-Smith & CyclingTips
Feb / 18 / 2018
Riding above 5,000m in Tibet does not just elevate your body, but also your mind
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Dec / 21 / 2018
What is it like to ride every kilometre of La Vuelta ... all 21 stages, just a few hours ahead of the pros? Sylvain, a guest of ours from Canada, took on this challenge in 2018, and succeeded in his quest. Read his great story about his ride through beautiful Spain.
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What is it like to ride every kilometre of La Vuelta ... all 21 stages, just a few hours ahead of the pros? Sylvain, a guest of ours from Canada, took on this challenge in 2018, and succeeded in his quest. Read his great story about his ride through beautiful Spain.
Dec / 14 / 2018
"A couple of years ago. I was looking for a short riding holiday to escape my kids, husband, the laundry, the cooking and all the other commitments that make me a responsible adult. A friend mentioned L’Eroica. Yes, like every other English speaker I was mildly shocked that a bike ride would be called Erotica..."
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Nov / 25 / 2018
We are experts in designing the best routes, organising all logistics, selecting beautiful hotels and delicious restaurants, and developing activities for the non-riders in your group.
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Nov / 30 / 2018
The roads wind their way around peaceful fjords, past the most breathtaking mountain peaks you’re ever likely to see, and along dramatic coastlines.
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The roads wind their way around peaceful fjords, past the most breathtaking mountain peaks you’re ever likely to see, and along dramatic coastlines.
Oct / 26 / 2018
"Being overtaken by a motorised shed was a particular low point in my non-existent cycling career"
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Oct / 7 / 2018
Read why Yvette keeps coming back to the Maratona dles Dolomites
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Sep / 4 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 9 of La Vuelta
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Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 9 of La Vuelta
Sep / 4 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 8 of La Vuelta
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Sep / 4 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 7 of La Vuelta
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Sep / 4 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 6 of La Vuelta
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Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 6 of La Vuelta
Aug / 30 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 5 of La Vuelta
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Aug / 29 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 4 of La Vuelta
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Aug / 29 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 3 of La Vuelta
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Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 3 of La Vuelta
Aug / 27 / 2018
Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos ... from Stage 2 of La Vuelta
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Aug / 26 / 2018
Beardy McBeard's Caravan is now live ... read his story form Stage 1 of La Vualta a España
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Feb / 3 / 2018
In 2013 Keith cycled every kilometre of La Vuelta, just hours ahead of the pros. Here's his story about the infamous steep hills and passionate fans of this incredible race.
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In 2013 Keith cycled every kilometre of La Vuelta, just hours ahead of the pros. Here's his story about the infamous steep hills and passionate fans of this incredible race.
Jan / 13 / 2018
Off the beaten path
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Dec / 22 / 2017
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Dec / 12 / 2017
Most of us love to ride in beautiful destinations in spring and summer. Places like Sicily, Provence and Tuscany, where the 25°C conditions and glowing sun keep us warm and comfortable. But what’s it like to cycle when it’s -30°C? Or even worse, when the 50 km/h wind creates a wind-chill factor of -52°C?
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Most of us love to ride in beautiful destinations in spring and summer. Places like Sicily, Provence and Tuscany, where the 25°C conditions and glowing sun keep us warm and comfortable. But what’s it like to cycle when it’s -30°C? Or even worse, when the 50 km/h wind creates a wind-chill factor of -52°C?
Dec / 1 / 2017
From Jerusalem to Rome, Mt Etna to Zoncolan, Froome to Dumoulin ... here is Keith's Top 3 List for the Giro d'Italia 101st edition. What's yours?
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Nov / 18 / 2017
Luca shares his love for riding and enjoying life in his home region
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Nov / 17 / 2017
A new sportive will take place in Switzerland on August 11, 2018: le Tour des Stations
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A new sportive will take place in Switzerland on August 11, 2018: le Tour des Stations
Nov / 12 / 2017
Imagine the following ... it's 6am, you get on your bike at (or before) sunrise and ride to the race start with your cycling friends.
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Nov / 10 / 2017
We rode the hardest stage of modern Giro history just before the pros.
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Oct / 19 / 2017
Keith Tuffley shares how and why he founded Grand Tours Project
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Keith Tuffley shares how and why he founded Grand Tours Project
Oct / 19 / 2016
"Do you really think I can make it?"
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Aug / 19 / 2017
The Col Collective climbs our favorite pass in the world
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Feb / 8 / 2017
Discover Sardinia, an underrated cycling paradise
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Discover Sardinia, an underrated cycling paradise
Dec / 25 / 2016
Some great videos featuring our favorite passes coming up in 2017
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Feb / 9 / 2018
I took the opportunity to sit down with Emily and find out more about her; from the starting point of her career to her most memorable professional career moments and find out what she loves about Girona.
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Photos: Richard Haynes, Grand Tours Project
Dec / 29 / 2016
Richard shares his Western Switzerland & Le Tour de France experience
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Richard shares his Western Switzerland & Le Tour de France experience
Photos: Graham Longford, Alain Rumpf
Nov / 5 / 2016
Exploring a lesser known cycling paradise
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Oct / 18 / 2016
Fill in the questionnaire created by Switzerland Tourism
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Sep / 28 / 2016
Finding time to live meaningful moments in our crazy busy world
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Finding time to live meaningful moments in our crazy busy world
Sep / 21 / 2016
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Jun / 30 / 2016
Alpine adventures
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Jun / 3 / 2016
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The Tour de France is visiting Switzerland! Take a break to watch the race and discover our local roads on your bike.
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May / 11 / 2016
Embracing the Alpine lifestyle on two wheels
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May / 4 / 2016
A fantastic day riding on our favorite local roads and watching the WorldTour stars
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A fantastic day riding on our favorite local roads and watching the WorldTour stars
Apr / 8 / 2016
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Photos: PatitucciPhoto
Mar / 23 / 2016
ALPSinsight is where we share our passion for playing hard in the Alps, the region we love. With words and - beautiful - images.
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Ride, watch, and relax: join us for the trip of a lifetime on the self-proclaimed "toughest race in the world's most beautiful country"
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Ride, watch, and relax: join us for the trip of a lifetime on the self-proclaimed "toughest race in the world's most beautiful country"
Oct / 27 / 2015
If you want to have a special experience, go to the Dolomites and have a go at the Maratona.
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Nov / 11 / 2015
Where to ride in Switzerland, the best kept secret of Alpine cycling
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