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The cyclists took the climb to the top of the line this weekend This taking into account that this route will not work again for amateur cyclists for the commissioning of the line tunnel next Friday, September 4.
Hundreds of cyclists, men, women, adults, youth and children mounted on their bicycles ascended to the mythical top of the line located between the departments of Quindío and Tolima this taking into account that with the inauguration of the main tunnel of the line, the road will be in a single direction, that is to say, downhill, so it could no longer be traveled on that road.
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The top of the line is cataloged by experts as an outstanding cycling port due to 3,265 meters above sea level it makes the oxygen level lower and the difficulty on the slopes is attractive for the most seasoned cyclists.
Precisely Esteban Mejía, a young 13-year-old cyclist in the company of friends and family, ascended this weekend on his bicycle to the top of the line and crowned the mythical mountain.
In dialogue with Caracol Radio he expressed “Happy and proud to crown the high with my parents and friends although sad because this tour will not be possible due to the inauguration of the line tunnel “
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The commander of the Quindío traffic police, Major Heiver Espinel He reiterated the call to cyclists to exercise great caution and prudence on this road, and also wear protective elements such as helmets and reflective suits.
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