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
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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
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,