Whilst the crowds can sometimes make the climbs a bit frustrating, they also add to a great atmosphere – this was probably a big contrast to when I rode the Roubaix sportive which has far less numbers. I think Flanders this weekend was extended to almost 20000, whereas Roubaix has only a couple of thousand or so.
Flanders is still a great weekend, a really good choice for a trip away with family and mates – I keep going back for sure!