Club des Cinglés du Mont-Ventoux 2006


     

 

Climb Mont Ventoux by all three sides in one day and become a member of the elite brother – and sister- hood of the Club des Cinglés du Mont Ventoux. 

John Josephs accomplished the triple ascent in June, 2006 and joined the "club".  He said this 85 mile ride with 14,000 feet in elevation gain was, "a true challange and test of endurance, pacing and nutrition.  The triple was a tough, yet an unforgettable experience!  Ventoux is a beautiful monster."

Mont Ventoux  is a mountain in the Provence region of southern France.  Situated as last Alpine mountain ridge before the Rhône plain, the Mont Ventoux can be seen almost from everywhere in Provence. Its isolated position gives it a gigantic and dominating feature. In all directions you'll have no higher peaks in the neighbourhood of the Mont Ventoux. The name Mont Ventoux means "windy mountain", and some bikers will know why. One of the thoughest cols to do in France.  It is the largest mountain in the region and has been nicknamed the "Giant of Provence".  It has gained notoriety through its use in the Tour de France cycling race.   Starting from Malaucene, the Mont Ventoux is 21.2 km long. Over this distance, you climb 1535 heightmeters. The average percentage is thus 7.2 %.  Starting from Bédoin, the Mont Ventoux is 22.7 km long. Over this distance, you climb 1622 heightmeters. The average percentage is thus 7.1 %.  And last but not least, starting from Sault, the Mont Ventoux is 25.7 km long. Over this distance, you climb 1152 heightmeters. The average percentage is thus 4.5 %.


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