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Hopkid   
I may not be able to see it all, but I can die trying!


Real Name: Andy
Lives In: Richmond, US
Member Since: Feb 25, 2005
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2004 Tour de France

by Hopkid - last update: Mar 17, 2005

Lance Goes for Six!

The Posties Celebrate Lance's 6th Straight Victory
My wife, Rita, and I fulfilled a life-long dream by going to see the Tour de France in person. We even brought our bikes and did a bit of riding in the Alps. We booked our trip through Graham Baxter Sporting Tours and also added a couple of days in Paris on either end of the trip. And what a trip!

All of the tips here will be specific to the Tour de France in hopes that it will help others who are thinking of watching this amazing event in person. You can also get a more detailed do-it-yourself guide on the Tour from Ted Arnold

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Pros:"Seeing the pros up close; meeting folks from all over the world"
Cons:"Waiting, waiting, waiting"
In A Nutshell:"An experience like no other!"
Hopkid's France Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 3 - Photos: 3
 
RestaurantsHotels & Accommodations
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 1
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Shopping
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
General Tips
Tips: 3 - Photos: 3

Hopkid's France Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
Stage 15 - At the Finish in Villard de LansJuly, 2004 8
Stage 16 - Alpe d'Huez ITTJuly, 2004 7
Stage 17 - The Long Hot DayJuly, 2004 5
Stage 18 - Stage Start in AnnemasseJuly, 2004 5
Stage 19 - ITT in BesanconJuly, 2004 8

Comments for Hopkid about France
cnango Wed Mar 12, 2008 05:39 UTC
 I Andy,Interesting info about Tour de France. We are going to France this Spring, sounds like we should rent some bikes when we are there ! Nancy : )
Nemorino Thu Jul 26, 2007 12:38 UTC
 The news from the Tour de France is pretty depressing this year, what with all the doping scandals, so I find it refreshing to read about your view of it in 2004. Great that you brought your own bikes along and did some cycling yourselves.
mvtouring Fri Feb 2, 2007 11:33 UTC
 I think you are the envy of many people who would love to share in the events of the Tour de France ;-)
matcrazy1 Sat Oct 28, 2006 23:44 UTC
 Unique page made with great passion! One of the best travelogues on Vt as well. My congratulations! Great reportage, an exciting reading.
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