[David]

Renting is difficult for a 62cm frame. I wouldn’t be happy without a race bike so that limits options too. My riding would be early morning while the wife sleeps so no real touring. Travel would be flying into France and then traveling by car which would have to be big enough for the bike and 2 medium suitcases. Hardcase would be a must so I wouldn’t stress about bike damage. We’re spending 3-4 nights in each town so there’d be a bit of packing and unpacking the bike. I’m not feeling this would easy since cycling would be secondary to everything else we’re doing but it kills me to see riders all kitted up riding thru some of the best roads in the world.