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Audax Club Parisien (ACP)

Overview:

  • Founded: 1904
  • Location: Paris, France
  • Purpose: To promote and organize Audax-style cycle-touring events.

Key Features:

  • Promotion of Audax: The club is known for its role in popularizing the Audax style of group bicycle touring, where a steady pace is maintained by a road captain and all riders are expected to finish together.
  • Events and Rides: ACP organizes and oversees various cycling events, including brevets and long-distance rides, that adhere to the Audax principles.

Historical Significance:

  • Legacy: As one of the oldest and most influential cycling clubs, ACP has played a crucial role in the development and preservation of the Audax cycling tradition.
  • Contribution: The club has contributed to the standardization of Audax events and has been instrumental in spreading the concept of group cycling tours internationally.
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