This might be one of the more beautiful roads of the 113th Tour de France thus far. It was quite the sight to see the front of the peloton riding through the gates of the old town as they started one of the only two small climbs of the day, the Cote de Domme. At this point it was an easy fit for the front end of the peloton, but when the main body of the group got there those in the back had to come to a stop, waiting their turn to squeeze into town. While it was a pretty vista, but I am sure those that had to start the climb from a dead stop after a hundred kilometers of racing weren't thrilled with the narrowest of the gate nor with the skinniness of the roads up the climb. Still, it makes a lovely picture, doesn't it?
This is a small 4x6 inch original watercolor painting that is available through my website at greigleach.com or you can simply follow the direct link at the end of the post to purchase the painting above. Since it is an original work of art, it is a first come first served reality. The work sells for $99 USD including shipping, but, yes, international shipping is both available and extra.
Purchase this painting here: "Through the Eye of a Needle TdF26-53" (Original art by Greig Leach)
Learn more about Greig Leach at The Art of Cycling: About the Artist: Greig Leach
And learn about Leach's published books at The Art of Cycling: Cycling Books by Greig Leach
