What's happening in Louisiana's historic town of St. Francisville; where time slows just enough to enjoy the simple pleasures and unique treasures. Essays, blurbs, observations and photos from a small southern town with charm, history and friendship.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Tunica Hills - Road Race
Rouge Roubaix road race, a challenging 100 mile bike ride known for dirt roads, dangerous bridges and steep dirt climbs, is affectionately known as the “The Hell of the South”. The name reflects to France’s famous Pris-Roubiax bike race know as “The Hell of the North.”
Article of this ride can be found in national magazine, Bicycling.
Cyclists were recently seen making a portion of this ride, held annual in March, up in Tunica Hills. Photos taken by a couple of riders whom stay overnight in St. Francisville.