Day 36: Moraira (Ciclo)
7 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
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A collection of 36 posts
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
Day 22: Denia (Benidorm)
An early start to the day for me. Up at 6.45AM and out of the van by 7.15am to meet up with the others at the railway station for 7.30,
Day 21: Denia (Cycle)
We had additions to the posse: Penny and Sue. Accordingly, we had an "easy" ride out cycling up to Cumbre del Sol, which, although not too long, has some steep gradients
Day 20: Denia (Rest Day)
Due to the forecast of rain, today was designated a rest day. And, indeed it did rain for most of the day so, without doubt it was the correct decision. I started my
Day 19: Denia (Ciclismo)
The forecast was for rain this afternoon: 3 o'clock onwards. Accordingly, we set off on a shorter route with an option to extend the ride if, and only if, the weather
Day 18: Denia (Cycling)
Our group of intrepid cyclists were again afflicted by illness. However, the group as a whole did manage to ride together to Pego for coffee. The group then split with the poorly returning
Day 17: Denia (Cycle)
Unfortunately Lynn did not feel well enough to cycle with us today. Fortunately, she was able to take a walk alongside the Denia coastline. Meanwhile, those that were able went for a "
Day 16: Denia (Drive)
The AM was mostly taken up with booking accommodation for a future cycling adventure from Ardnamurchan to Lowestoft, which starts on the 2nd July. Then I returned to living in the van. It
Day 15: Calpe (A Rest Day Cycling!)
I can report that I felt much better on the bike today. Michael and I had a fairly easy cycle: Only 69 kilometres with about 880 metres of climbing. There were some headwinds
Day 14: Calpe (Ciclismo)
Even before we departed on today's ride I was feeling tired. Then, immediately on setting off it was clear that it was going to be a hard day of cycling for
Day 13: Calpe (Cycling)
It was amazing to see the vast number of cyclists heading out of Calpe this morning. There seemed to be hundreds of them heading off for the hills of Costa Blanca, amongst them