This year, I was especially thrilled to be in the Hudson Valley in October. The weather and foliage were spectacular—I couldn’t help but think that if the Northeast were always like this, it would easily rival the Côte d’Azur. And there’s no better home base than Troutbeck: our tours spend three nights at this stylish country retreat. With its little babbling brook, cozy fireplaces, and excellent food, there’s no reason to go anywhere else.
What stood out on this trip was the feeling of wanting more. As cyclists, we’re usually content to finish a ride. But here, the routes were so epic and the scenery so beautiful that my energy kept amping up, pushing me to explore further. And with the season winding down, I found myself extending my rides as long as possible, knowing it was nearly time to either put the bike to rest—or head to South America!
