Superbagnères - Cycling Inspiration & Education
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- Surrounded by no less than fifteen snowcapped peaks above 3,000 metres, climbing to the ski-station at Superbagnères deep in the Midi-Pyrénées opens up a whole new world of freedom all the way to its 1,800 metre summit. Starting from the beautiful spa town of Bagnères-de-Luchon, also host to the start of the Col de Peyresourde and Port de Balès, the road traces its way alongside the river Pique as you wind your way up and around the mountain. Don’t let the average gradient of 6.3% lull you into a false sense of security though as the road regularly holds its form above double figures from the first couple of kilometres. I’m often surprised that it’s only featured six times in the Tour de France so far with greats like Bahamontes, Hinault, Lemond and Millar all being triumphant on its slopes but, to be honest, that’s the most fulfilling thing about Superbagnères, its relative anonymity nestled amongst better known climbs feels like a secret Pyrenean gift that just keeps getting better the higher you climb.
Start: Bagnères-de-Luchon
Length: 18.5km
Summit: 1,800m
Elevation gain: 1,170m
Average gradient: 6.3%
Max gradient: 12%
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Rode this last month. Did Superbagneres, Hospice de France and the Portillon on same day. Got to summit of Superbagneres by 8am with sunrise coming through the clouds. Beautiful climb. It’s why we ride.
Absolutely amazing! That morning sunrise must have been heavenly!
Mike these are films that will become standard viewing for years to come. I studied these before my first Alpine tour in July. Really helped me understand the beauty and the challenge of what lay ahead. Thanks so much and keep them coming!
Peter Cain Brilliant to hear Peter, that's exactly what we were hoping folk would use them for. Happy cycling now and in the future. Ride safe, Mike
If we did not have this Mike Cotty, we definitely would need to invent him.
Thanks, Mike, you are a true inspiration!
+jmbwind Thank you for watching and your kind words, means a huge amount to our little team. Ride safe, Mike
Hola. Me gusta mucho el fondo musical que eligieron para esté vídeo. También me gusta mucho Francia y sus paisajes. Espectacular ascensión. Gracias y Saludos.
Your videos are so well done: professional, beautiful, inspirational. Please keep them coming!
Thanks so much Ellen!
priceless, as ever.....Thanks Mike
Amazing ride ! Amazing Scenery ! Everything juz looks peaceful out there !!
A mythical ascent one of the giants of France.
Wow I tried this climb a couple of days ago and it is a monster... at least for a non-climber 79kg type with 36x28t. Beautiful scenery the entire way but starts with quite a kick coming out of Luchon and the last 300M up to the ski station is the death touch.
love all the music in this video especially the final music, fits perfectly with the surroundings. Good work Mike
MORE MORE MORE !!! please :D
Amazing
Super work, you showed us the beauty of the mountain and the effort you put in Mike Cotty ... with the heavy breathing we can conclude you are mortal :P ... Fantastic work with cameras and some nice shots through jungles, the snippets with real noises from around like the waterfall were good to hear other than really nice music selections on all of your Col Collective rides...Kudos to everyone involved!!
Rahul Kotabage Merci Rahul. We've been busy filming more for season two, I hope you like what you see (coming this autumn) Stay well. Mike
Good, as always.
(am I the only one waiting for this guy to sit down?) :-D
Have to keep watching to see if I take a seat ;-)
No, I just watch the legs... :-P
"Col Collective fans" at 4:40.... :-) Great film and Mike, as allways!
Thanks for your support David, very much appreciated!
Hi Mike, first anything thx for the vid. Nice place and route of course. those Col Collective fans they were really expectant to your path ;D Keep working and motinving all of us including your self... high five!!!
High five right back at you Fran! :-)
Always appreciate your videos Mike
owenspud1 Thank you Owen, really appreciate your support. Ride safe. Mike
Espectacular Mike Cotty ... Como siempre ...
Impresionante la ruta !
Adelante con ilusión Mike ... it has to be that way !!
Very nice production and edit. Superbagnères is awesome. I drove it from Bossost and next to Arreau.
Thank you!! Much appreciated, it is indeed a stunning climb!
stunning!
impressive when you get up and you spilling mountains
Very nice, as always! Keep up the good work. Thanks to your inspirational videos I finally took the step to do some serious climbing of my own. Last week, I travelled to the Mont Ventoux :).
Jasper Beele Thank you Jasper! Big respect, hope Ventoux was kind to you!
Very nice :)
Just listening to your Rich Roll podcast.....great listen.
Fantastic. Hope you enjoy it Anthony!
+Mike Cotty very much, keep up the good work, read "finding ultra" a few years ago. Inspirational book as are your videos, especially Mont Blanc.. Good luck & keep well.
Thanks again Anthony.
Mike, your videos are just brilliant! So motivating! :) Waiting for next productions.
Thanks so much for your appreciation! Working on the next vid at this very moment, stay tuned! :-)
Beautifully filmed as always. I am a big fan of your videos. If you ever make it to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, I invite you to ride Pike's Peak. I think you will find it unlike any other climb.
Would love to tackle Pikes Peak, looks like the filming permits needed may make it unaccessible though, unless we can find someone who can help us out on that one.
+Mike Cotty
Pike's Peak is owned by the city of Colorado Springs. I contacted the city's parks and recreation department concerning filming on the toll road. Crossing my fingers for some helpful information!
Tyler Kunnary We're keeping everything crossed too!
+Mike Cotty Sounds like the woman who coordinates filming on Pikes Peak is aware of your interest, and is working with your crew as to the possibility. I hope things work out! let me know so I can keep my eyes open for the film. Hey, and if you need any info on cycling here in Colorado, let me know. I may be able to get you some useful info.
Tyler Kunnary A double pronged angle of attack, I like that :-) Let's see if they can help us out!
Amazing as always
But can You put the song's names in the description ?
love it
Mike Cotty can do arithmetic while climbing high mountains of Europe PERIOD
Lucky guess I think. Sometimes it's tricky to remember my own name when the gradient really starts to kick in!
Mike Cotty Hey Mike what size of stem are you generally riding? A fitter put a 110mm on for me which is a bit longer than stock on my Cannondale SuperSix Evo (I think that one is a 100mm). I love the longer stem while climbing out of the saddle as it allows me to lean forward a bit more and have the bars in front of me rather than "behind me" if you know the feeling I'm talking about! Let me know your opinion on this sensation as I know you love climbing out of the saddle and are super smooth!
I really enjoy your videos. I am thinking of making a once in a lifetime trip from Down Under to cycle some European cols. I am interested in how much car traffic there is. In your vids, the roads are remarkably empty. Is it always like that?
Mike have you taken the d125 to the top of the climb to Hospice de france? This last summer I climbed the super to a total fog, wanted to climb to the Hospice de france but didn't...... would it be worth it next time?
no traffic awersome
***** One of the many great things about Superbagnères!
Mike, have you ever used your LEZYNE Pump and if so what do you think of it? Cannondale is my new favorite bike thanks to you.
Absolutely John, in fact I had to bring it to the fore again just last Saturday. I've put a lot of use into my Carbon Road Drive (I'd say around 2 years of regular roadside use) and it's still going strong. I can get over 100psi into the tube and it doesn't break my arm in the process so overall thumbs up. Hope that helps. Ride safe. Mike
Thanks, very helpful.
Wow Mike, do you ever sit down on a climb? How on earth do you maintain stamina dancing out of the saddle like that all the time? You're like a Contador or a Chris Horner!
+BoxCarBoy12 Ha! It just feels more natural to be out of the saddle. Thanks for the compliment towards Contador and Horner, I don't think I'm in their league though! Thanks for watching the vids! Mike
Looking extra trim there Mr Cotty 😜 lol Do you have a fave Climb ? also do you ride a PM ? just out of interest...
lee a dorney Hmm, good question Lee. I'd imagine picking a favourite climb is like picking a favourite child....one reason why I don't have kids ;-) I rode the Nivolet last month, unbelievable! Colle delle Finestre would probably also make it into my top 3. As for a power meter, I used to use one but I was missing a lot of good things always focusing on that little black box on my handlebar so I took it off so I could enjoy the view!
The Col Collective It's a bit like that with power meters isn't it. Can definitely become an obsession to where it almost seems not worth riding without it. :/ :)))
The Col Collective What's the worst??
+The Col Collective Thank you I feel much better, I don't have a power meter and never owned one now I am definitely not interested.
May I add, I'm not obsessional about PM's training or efforts comes from inside, in the mind... in a UK winter theirs no way I'm riding along in 2nd gear freezing @ at a certain wattage...I use mine for performance monitoring, no more and it usually freaks me out lol bit like when the HRM goes to 185 bpm lolz - so I put it on the compass lolz
does anyone know the name of the song from 3:21 and on?
What is that building at 5:02 is that a hotel?
I think it's a haunted house ;-)
Ama