I didn't take my camera on Sunday for the cycling trip through the Black Forest, but I found some pictures that will give you somewhat of an idea of the event. The day was organized by the Forchheim, Germany cycling club RSV Concordia 1920 Forchheim e.V. Being my first cycling event I have nothing to compare the trip to, but the event was well organized, the aid stations well stocked and with friendly people, the route itself quite beautiful and challenging. My friends and I chose to ride the 75 km route, there were also 50, 115, and 154 km routes available for other "skill levels".
Starting easy:
The first aid station at the 25 km point, the route was still flat:
Upwards through the Black Forest:
...and up...
...and would yo believe, up...
...almost there...
...chugging to the top:
Looking down...
...was the view worth the effort...
...I think so:
The trip down the mountain went fast, I wimped out and applied the brakes on the curvy roads at 55 kph (35 mph). Others flew by at scary speeds. But eventually we reached the Concordia clubhouse back at the start and sat down for some food and fun.
