My first bikerafting trip – Loire Valley, France
Lessons learned during my first bikerafting expedition to the Loire Valley in France
Bikerafting – What is it?
Well that’s the question I was asking myself when I stumbled upon the term on Facebook one lazy Sunday afternoon…Several hours later I found myself getting extremely excited at the prospect of new gear, much to my bank manager’s chagrin. Essentially, bike rafting is simple; Strap an inflatable raft to …
Zaragoza, Lleida and Montblanc
Having been off blogging for a few days, thought I’d share some of today’s ride. It’s been an odd couple of days, mostly enjoyable, slightly weird and very painful. Having hit Zaragoza from Villafranca, a long, flat(ish) and uneventful ride, just in time to check into a hotel, throw my …
Pamplona to Villafranca
Today’s ride was lovely, although a little dull to begin with. I didn’t leave the hotel until gone 10am and my butt didn’t hit the saddle until gone 11am – largely due to several hours spent in a wonderful Irish bar the previous evening and then stocking up on food …
Lekunberri to Pamplona
Today was in total contrast to yesterday. I woke early, as is my norm, and wandered down for breakfast. As the only guest in the hostel I was treated to exceptional personal service – so much that I was actually a good chunk later leaving than I’d intended. A good …
San Sebastián to Lekunberri
I was aware that it was a tad lumpy between San Seb and Pamplona but typically I had underestimated just how lumpy it was. Remembering the end of previous tours where I was able to cope with hills reasonably well, if not quickly, I figured I would be ok. I …
Guernica to San Sebastián
Interesting day cycling. Or not cycling as it turned out. I was up at a reasonable time and after putting some air in the tyres, headed off for what promised to be a tough day’s riding. Some big lumpy bits between Guernica and San Sebastián. Before I’d got to the …