rain – Europe Rides

In the Alps again

July 19, 2011 July 19, 2011

Yep, we’re back on our Alpine Base in the French Alps. Unfortunately it is not really riding weather, with the Galibier Pass having to be cleared of SNOW today, so the Tour de France can pass over it on Friday ! This is one FREAK Summer so far and we’re sitting here watching the rain come down. But the BMW is ready for touring, albeit down in the garage, and we’re hoping for some dryer spells in a few days. We’ll keep you updated of new tours and new places to visit. Stay tuned. Meanwhile, check our ‘Partners and Links’…

Michelin Pilot Road 3 tires

June 15, 2011 June 15, 2011

I don’t know about you, but there are two things that I do NOT fancy too much when riding: gravel in fast corners and wet weather riding. Now, the gravel is a given and you can only slow down and/or trust your luck. But the grip in wet weather depends to a large part on your tire choice. So far I’ve been riding Metzeler Z6’s, but I am pretty sure my next set of tires will be the all-new Michelin Pilot Road 3. Here’s a little video explaining the new tire and having read lots of good reviews on it,…

Weather Info Added

July 10, 2008 July 10, 2008

One of the things I hate most is riding in the wet. I’ll do it when needed, but not with actual ‘pleasure’. So for all of you like-minded riders I have added a tiny little picture on the right, showing the overall rain activity in Europe, in miniature. Clock on it and you’ll be taken to the wonderful ‘Meteox site’ with LOTS more information on the weather all around Europe, and in multiple languages. At least you’ll know whether to bring your rain suit along or not (mine’s always with me).