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L'ETAPE DU TOUR 2008 - 2007
The Road to Hautacam (DVD available now from the SHOP)

Road to Hautacam
TOURMALET SUMMIT - October '07


BACK FOR MORE IN THE PYRENEES...

After last year's Pyrenean killer Etape, it seems the organizers have chosen something more manageable for 2008. However, don't underestimate this route! After all, it features the mighty Tourmalet, the climb on which Jan Ullrich lost the Tour to Marco Pantani in 1998. That's followed by the Hautacam, another climb with Tour history. It's where Lance Armstrong undoubtedly set up his 2000 Tour win, blitzing the competition.

So, what will it be for you? Triumph or Agony? For most of us it will be both! Cyclefilm will once again bring you face to face with what's on the agenda, with the sequel to 2007's "The Road to Loudenvielle".

If you've already seen one of our latest Recce DVDs from "The Trilogy" Series, you will have noticed plenty of 'upgrades' and special features, all to help you get that extra edge come event day - July 6th 2008.



ETAPE RIDE STATS
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Profile Maps by ClimbByBike.com

Etape Du Tour 2008

EVENT DATE
Sunday, 6th July 2008

DISTANCE
165km

TOTAL ASCENT
2440m

MAJOR CLIMBS
Tourmalet Hautacam

Etape Logo
TOURMALET | 17.7KM | 7.5%
HAUTACAM | 14.5KM | 7.2%
Tourmalet Hautacam

 

DVD BONUS FEATURES

THE SPORTIVE SURVIVAL GUIDE (Running Time: 45min)
Gain an insight into the basics of Sportive Riding. This informative video guide is narrated by top UK cyclist and Sportive Specialist Michael Cotty. Learn how to climb/descend more efficiently, get tips on Bike set-up and packing, Clothing and Nutrition advice, etc...

BULLET CAM - UNCUT (Running Time: 30min)
Super smooth video footage of each climb and descent to help you visualize the road ahead.

AND MUCH MORE...

Outtakes, Preview Trailers, Cotty's Kit, etc


INSIDE LOOK

SNEAK PEEK - TOURMALET SNEAK PEEK - HAUTACAM
BONUS FEATURE - SURVIVAL GUIDE BONUS FEATURE - SURVIVAL GUIDE



PRODUCTION STILLS (Recce Trip October 30th)
All Images © Rory Hitchens, USE

05:23 - Breakfast in the Car
06:31 - Finally on Location in Pau
06:58 - Last minute preparations...
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07:45 Early morning dew 20km into the ride
09:22 - Still misty, still motoring...
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10.05 - The sun's finally out as we approach Tourmalet
11:25 - Half way up Tourmalet...getting cold!
Etape du Tour 08 Recce Etape du Tour 08 Recce
11:54 - Breaking through the clouds
11:59 - La Mongie, 4km to Summit
12:28 - Cresting Tourmalet at -2C
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14:13 - The lower slopes of Hautacam
14:44 - Not so fast...
Etape du Tour 08 Recce Etape du Tour 08 Recce
15:05 - Final interview on Hautacam
15:49 - Mike draws a crowd packing the bike
Etape du Tour 08 Recce Etape du Tour 08 Recce


ORDER
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OFFICIAL WEBSITE
For more information on this event, please visit the Official L'Etape Du Tour Website

AUTHORIZED TRAVEL AGENCIES
For Etape entry tickets and organized training camps, please contact these Agencies:

HighGear SportsTours Cyclomundo OnYourBike BikeStyle