David Proulx - The Race Across France

By David Proulx

Hello, my name is David and I'm an ultra-distance cyclist. I love traveling by bike and discovering new routes. A sportsman at heart, I'm a wanderer on two wheels in my spare time. 

Pushing my practice ever further, I set off on the Race across France this summer. I'd like to take a moment with you to recount my misadventures during this race. I'm going to touch on several aspects of my learning curve during this attempt to cross France, and share with you a few aspects not to be overlooked during preparation. From overseas travel to the role of the mind and the beauty of the French landscape, I'll paint a portrait of a colorful adventure.

Take a trip through France with me and get ready to experience some great emotions.

La Maison des cyclistes: a unique cycling hub

The Maison des cyclistes is located a stone's throw from Parc La Fontaine, where two of Montreal's most important bicycle paths intersect. In addition to Vélo Québec's offices, it features a bicycle travel agency, a boutique and a café, where Vélo Mag conferences are held.

The Maison des cyclistes is a space for services, exchanges, information and troubleshooting for cyclists, and is a project financed under the Agreement on the cultural development of Montreal between the Ville de Montréal and the Government of Quebec.