Day 46: Relleu (Rest Day)
Relleu by day: The first task of the day was to do some routine cycle maintenance, which included a check of the chain's wear. It turns out that the chain has
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Day 45: Relleu (Cycle)
Just a mere 100 kilometres offering more than 2000 metres of climbing was definitely a good way to spend this sunny day with little or no wind and virtually zero motorised traffic. It
Day 44: Relleu (Drive)
Not a very productive day! Had to leave Altea today because where I was parked is used as a market on Tuesdays and, as such, the car park has to be vacated by
Day 43: Altea (Drive/Cycle)
A view from the descent from La font de Partegat: Last night I was attacked by mosquitoes! I managed to euthanise two, but only after they had inflicted seven bites to me: four
Day 42: Moraira (Recovery Ride!)
There are rest days and there are recovery rides, which are rest days on the bike! I left Llíber because, having spent three nights there, I did not wish to out stay my
Day 41: Llíber (Ciclismo)
I'm knackered! Rest day tomorrow! I enjoyed the cycling, but I found myself flagging on the last two climbs of the day (Port de Sa Creueta from Castell de Castells and
Day 40: Llíber (Cycling)
Dawn this morning was similar to yesterday - just about freezing! Warm by 10am, when I set off for today's voyage of discovery. I chose to cycle up the Vall de
Day 39: Llíber (Cycle)
I awoke to a very cold van: 3°C inside 1°C outside - The windscreen was covered in ice! And then the sun rose: By 10 o'clock I was ready
Day 38: Llíber (Drive)
Today was a moving on day. However, based on the all day blue skies and light airs, it should have been a cycling day! Yet, there were chores to be done and other
Day 37: Moraira (Cycle)
Big Stat that I forgot to mention yesterday: My accumulated distance cycled since leaving the UK is now greater than the distance I've driven the van on arriving in Dieppe. Today:
Day 36: Moraira (Ciclo)
Only one photo today, so I thought I'd get it over and done with! It would appear that the zero degree of longitude passes through this piece of ornate signage that
Day 35: Moraira (Ciclismo)
The plan was to have a relaxing day on the bike sightseeing, which was never likely to be realised when the Cumbre del Sol, amongst other climbs, are included in the route. Nonetheless,
Day 34: Moraira (Morning Rain)
Rain in the morning, which presented an opportunity to sort out some personal finances. In particular, my future state pension. I was under the impression that to qualify for the full state pension
Day 33: Moraira (Cycling)
I set off on a route heading inland towards Benissa that avoided cycling on the busier roads. Well, I can confirm that this was mostly achieved but, the fly in the ointment is,
Day 32: Moraira (Cycle)
The first day of the second month of this current campervan/cycling adventure. So, obviously a cycle ride was needed in celebration of the occasion. It was not a very long ride but
Day 31: Moraira (Drive)
The forecast was for strong winds today ... they didn't arrive until darkness fell at about 6.30pm. Anyway, after breakfast, I spent the morning doing vamwork. Early afternoon was spent emptying
Day 30: Denia (More Cycling)
One last day in Denia, which turned out to be a super day. That is, instead of climbing just the Coll de Rates (Elevation 636m) I opted to go the extra mile and
Day 29: Denia (Ciclismo)
A view towards the first climb of the day (The blue sign points to the Miserat masts): I can report that my perception of riding to the Miserat (turn off) via Pego is
Day 28: Denia (Rest Day)
Plan A was to move on, which was still born! Didn't wake up until 9.30am! The result of not setting an alarm for the first time since arriving in Denia.
Day 27: Denia (Cycling)
Mostly an easy cycle today prior to the departure of Lynn and fellow Norton Wheelers to the UK tomorrow. I say "mostly easy" because we cycled "The Wall" for
Day 26: Denia (Cycle)
Perhaps the toughest cycle climbing so far this year! I can confirm that the climb up to Miserat via Atzúbia is not any easier the second time round! Here is a photo of
Day 25: Denia (Ciclo)
Today's outing took us over the Coll de la Garga, which I cycled with Michael the other week. I can confirm that it hasn't miraculously become easier! Recovery outside
Day 24: Denia (Ciclismo)
Coll de Rates is a pretty famous climb in Costa Blanca, which was evidenced today by the large number of cyclists that were on it as we made our way up to the
Day 23: Denia (Cycling)
Good company: Good cycling: Good lunch. Good weather. What's not to like? I suppose my bike's mechanical failure wasn't good! But I think I got away with