Gilles Laurin
Travel Guide
Biography
An experienced cyclist, both in organized group trips and independently, Gilles has traveled the roads of Quebec and many parts of the country. He has collaborated with Vélo Québec in many ways: he has been a coach since 2009, leads bike-to-work workshops, and prepares the next generation through the Cycliste averti program for elementary school students. This great lover of the outdoors enjoys sharing his passion for all things cycling. Gilles is a team player who thrives on fun. He brings humor to everyday life and his joie de vivre is contagious. You'll easily recognize him by his infectious laugh. A cheerful, friendly, and responsible guy who cares about the happiness of others.
I love listening to my senses, and cycling is the perfect way to do that. I love the feeling of the wind on my skin, hearing a stream flowing, a bird singing, seeing magnificent landscapes, beautiful houses, small villages, smelling the scent of fields in bloom, the salty air, stopping to enjoy a picnic, talking with people from other cultures. As I have an excellent sensory memory, I am lucky enough to be able to escape and relive these beautiful moments for a long time.
- Gilles Laurin