Global Sports: Reasons To Visit The L'Erocia Cycling Event L'EROICA L'EROICA

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Reasons To Visit The L'Erocia Cycling Event L'EROICA L'EROICA

By Tom Jones


There's a reason why so many cycle riders look forward to L'Erocia. It has a mix of excellent cycle routes, different route distances so that you can tailor it toward your requirements, and you get to cycle through such beautiful scenery.

The end of season event at L'Erocia has a singular atmosphere thanks to the sections of Tuscan mud roads and because most of the riders use vintage bikes and wear old style wool clothing.

The route winds through stunning Tuscan countryside near Siena and the sections on the white roads or farm tracks takes you back to what it could have been like racing in the 40's and 50's. Going Vintage is a terrific way to saviour the camaraderie of cycling

The charm of this event remains unvaried and each year it sees the collaboration of many folk from all across the globe.

In year 2011, 4,009 riders took part from around the globe. What matters for?? L'Eroica is the love for cycling and the rediscovery of roads that haven't been violated by time and asphalt.

Routes that cross the beautiful hills of the Sienese landscape. There are 4 routes available to participants: the longest is 205 km of which 110km is on unpaved roads: the second winds along at 135Km, of which 70km of unpaved roads: the third is 75km, of which 35km are on unpaved roads. The selection concludes with the shortest route of 38km, of which 10km is on unpaved roads. The exit is also staggered, dependent on the route selected :at 5am for those who have chosen the longest road to 8.30am for those doing the 3rd and 4th routes.

Whether you are looking to book a cycling holiday in Tuscany, or simple just looking at bike tours in Tuscany, the L'Erocia event you need to sample just once, then doubtless this event will bring you back for a few years to come.




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