Jibé, the local of the stage
They-they crossed the Alps and they-they tell...
Do you want to introduce yourself?
My name is Jibé, I'm 63 years old. Music is one of my great passions: I've been a guitarist for many years. At the same time, cycling is an important part of my life, whether on the road, on mountain bikes or on bike trips.
What motivated you to embark on an itinerant bike trip in the Alps?
After various bike trips (tour de l'Aubrac, tour du Morvan, traversée du Jura, tour de l'Ardèche) and living in Briançon, I very logically felt like doing the Thonon/Briançon route on my own.
Which route did you take and why?
The first half of Route des Grandes Alpes®, from Thonon-les-Bains to Briançon, in 8 days. Route des Grandes Alpes® passes under my apartment... ! So I thought I'd take a trip back home.
Ane anecdote to share?
On the ascent to Joux Plane, a car follows me. It slows down behind me. On the next bend, the driver comes alongside me, rolls down the window and cheers me on. Very nice!