42nd Tour du Limousin - Stage 4 Photo Gallery
Out and about from the start in
Châlus and on the road to Limoges in the final
stage of the Limousin.
Fan favorite, Ancien champion de France Thomas Voeckler (5th place overall)
always popular for an autograph. Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
The lovely Limousin tour podium lasses prepare for the stage end ceremony.
Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
Refuelling of the riders, an essential part of the race - 'la zone de
ravitaillement'
Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
"F.O.P." - 'Fan of Perget' -Mathieus fans were visible at every stage
finish
Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
Like its bigger and older brother the Tour du Limousin has a publicity caravan -
it was always popular with the crowds lining the route. Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
With so many vehicles working closely together the Gendarmerie warn of danger
with their whistle blasts & 'drapeau jaune' (yellow flags). Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
Tour Mascot: With accordian music blaring, Limousins most colourful character
Frelontin makes his presence felt. Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
Abit of socio-economic commentary and protest was common sight on this years
tour as French dairy farmers protest against the low bulk milk prices. Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
One more look in passing at the lovely podium girls as they congratulate Mathieu
Perget on gaining the points jersey after stage 2.... until next year au revoir
podium misses. Photo © 2009 Simon Alderson
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have enjoyed the photos & reports from the tour.
All my best,
Simon Alderson
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