Road Cycling Destinations?
Hi Folks:
After spending a few days of fruitless googlery, I decided to ask the people who know: Where are the true destinations to travel to for serious road cycling (US and abroad). Sure, it's enough to have a road, and a bike, who needs more than that. Sure there are wonderful package tours that will free you from all logistical worry. But really some places are better to just go and train in (this means getting there!) than others. I have criteria:
1) Good rides (of course) in varied terrain (at least some real climbing), well maintained low-traffic roads
2) Local bike shop(s) that rent/service road bikes (name one?)
3) Nearby airport or other transportation (where do you fly into?)
4) Good food and accommodation, not too expensive
5) Stuff for your family to do while you're out riding (semi optional)
6) Drivers who won't kill you.
Cheers,
Jon