Italy stole my heart

 In 2009 and 2011 I successively joined the ride Maratona dles Dolomites in Corvara. A ride with the level of a professional ride with a route of 138 km and an altitude gain of 4230m and 8 climbs. Totally free of traffic so 100% safe to ride. At the start a real helicopter is accompanied the riders during the first 2 climbs. In my opinion this ride is taking place in one of the most wonderful regions of my beloved Italy. It were occasions my heart melted of happiness. And with me 9.000 other riders. What more can i say? Italy is like heaven for me.