A quiet day in Dijon due to a holiday in France today. Went for a ride at 7.00 am this morning and met up with a group of around 100 Cyclists who were meeting up at the Dijon Velodrome. Spoke to a local who had excellent english and explained that it was a touring ride. This form of cycling is a little like the popular rides such as round the bay and the recent Marysville ride for the bushfire relief fund.The photo of the Dijon is for my Trackie mate from Oz, Mike Goldie whose blog keeps me informed of local cycling.
The fellow I met told me that the future of the Dijon velodrome is in doubt and may be demolished soon.
The picture of the bikes lined up is a similar project to the rental bikes in Paris. Mainly for locals, you can pick up a bike and then deposit it at another location during the day. Note that the bikes have no chain or drive wheels, its all by way of internal drive. By the way, I'm amazed at the courtesy shown by the local drivers to cyclists here, in fact its all over most of France that I have ridden in.
Later in the morning Sue and I went to breakfast at a local cafe before taking the Owl walk around Dijon.
The photo of the baby playing the cello is in our street, Rue de Bon enfants - street of the good little children (I think).
The Owl walk passed by Dijon's most historic buildings and landmarks. We did take a detour into the local "Monoprix" for some lunch-time ingredients and some more local wine. My friend Clive who is coming to France for Le Tour is concerned there will be no wine left in France after we return... Be very concerned Clive.
Speaking of friends, several of my Bayside Bandido riders are currently in Italy for the Giro. Go Michael Wilson, an Aussie in 3rd place so far.
The more I see of Dijon, the more I warm to it. Our hostess, Coco is wonderful and I suggest you look at her website on my blog. This apartment is perfect.
Well, time for an afternoon walk to wear off the lunch-time Rose. Or maybe not, the rain has just started. Maybe the museums are the choice this afternoon.
