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Tag: cycling tour

October 7, 2022October 12, 2022

Sud de France Tour 2022

With travel opening up again, we have finally resumed our Mariposa Cycling Tours.  Michael Barry recently led a tour from Ax-Les-Thermes to Colliure, France. From the heart of the Pyrenees to…

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December 17, 2020

In The News

A collection of stories, news and information that we thought you might find interesting and relevent. It seems that, finally, we can expect the return of the women’s Tour de…

Posted in Health, History, News, Racing, Tour de France, Training  •  No Comments on In The News
August 10, 2020August 10, 2020

Bikepacking Adventure: Syrian Hospitality

The best rides aren’t always the longest or the hardest – they’re the ones you remember. I’m glad I remember this ride, because it’s one you definitely can’t do it…

Posted in Bicycle Repair, Bike Tours, Cycling Tour, History, Touring, Travel  •  2 Comments on Bikepacking Adventure: Syrian Hospitality
July 7, 2020July 8, 2020

Favourite Rides: Vallter 2000

By Ashlin Barry My parents and my grandparents  taught me that a good ride becomes a great ride when you add an element of adventure to it.  Some of the…

Posted in Bike Tours, Favourite Rides, Stories  •  10 Comments on Favourite Rides: Vallter 2000
September 15, 2019September 18, 2019

Pyrenees to Girona Cycling Tour – August 2019

The week This is one of our favorite routes: from the majestic Pyrenees to the Mediterranean to the medieval town of Girona. The route includes Port de Pailheres, a challenging climb on…

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May 31, 2019May 31, 2019

Creemore Springs Turas Mor 2019

By Dede Barry Photography by Jody Wilson Rain, dirt, mud, gravel, sun, quiet country roads, spring flowers, good food and camaraderie will make for a good bike ride with memorable…

Posted in Allroad Bicycle, Bicycles, Bike Tours, Design, Equipment, Events, History, Photos, Road Bicycle, Touring Bicycle, Vintage Bicycles, Vintage Bicycles  •  No Comments on Creemore Springs Turas Mor 2019
November 5, 2018November 14, 2018

Priorat Cycling Wine Tour

A lifetime spent on bicycles traveling the world has allowed us to visit some fantastic areas with phenomenal riding. One of our favorites is Priorat, a region just south of…

Posted in Cycling Tour, Photos, Priorat Wine Cycling Tour, Touring, Travel  •  No Comments on Priorat Cycling Wine Tour
November 5, 2018November 5, 2018

La Ruta Mar i Muntanya: Girona Cycling Tour October 2018

La Ruta Mar i Muntanya is a road cycling tour that is based in Girona, but travels from the Mediterranean into the foothills of the Pyrenees.  Our most recent trip…

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July 18, 2018July 20, 2018

Weekend Adventures

Adventures don’t always require a lot of planning and some of the best trips are planned at the last minute. In big city culture, it has become increasingly difficult to…

Posted in Cycling Tour, Gravel Tour, Touring, Travel  •  6 Comments on Weekend Adventures
June 13, 2018June 20, 2018

La Ruta Tierra

By Michael Barry Away from the traffic and into the green mountains I can quickly find the serenity that is elusive within the city. We climbed for an hour or…

Posted in Bike Tours, Cycling Tour, Events, Gravel Tour, La Ruta Tierra, Touring, Travel  •  1 Comment on La Ruta Tierra
November 13, 2017November 15, 2017

Cycling Tour Feature: La Ruta Mar i Muntanya October 2017

Although Catalunya is in the midst of a turbulent time politically, pedaling bikes in the countryside is as peaceful as ever. A group of 14 cyclists joined us in October…

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