The nearest this years Tour de France got to England was Boulogne, perfect for a day trip. We left Dover early arriving in Calais just as the sun (and wind) came out. Then it was a hilly 30mile ride down to the stage finish in the old Citadel in Boulogne. A great day out was had by all.
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Russel, Keith and Ali prepare to board at Dover
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Ali gets a head start....
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Securing bikes on the car deck before sailing
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1 mile into the ride and Shaun needs some urgent repairs. Thankfully electrical tape was on hand.
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I'm sure the pro's don't have to resort to taping their cables.
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Posing in the town centre, having locked the bikes up. Now where's the beer tent?
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Beer tent found, and flags up.
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Watching the big screan, at the 350m to go point. Perfect spot.
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On the way back we had to put our foot down to catch the last ferry
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Back at the ferry terminal with hundreds of other riders
