Monthly Archives: September 2024
Day 14 – Slow walk and then a ride to Don Benito
OK, hands up. I took my eye off the ball on the planning. Relative short distance today but as I was close to a Auto Via, the road quickly went from OK to a dirt track. Think all would have … Continue reading
Day 13 – Trujillio
Another day of climbing with over 1000m climbed. Whilst a relatively short distance, the combination of not enough food, climbing and rough roads in places made the day hard. It was great to arrive at Trujillio. I found a place … Continue reading
Day 12 – Moving west
Out on the road, the weather is fine and settled for the week ahead in this region. The mountains of Gredos still visible and will only drop from view tomorrow when I reach Trujullio. Whilst the ride was great, the … Continue reading
Day 11 – Amazing ride but tiring
So here we are, perfect weather and in rural Spain where its a rough road to start the day! After 5 KM, its a better road but the energy situation is not so good. Its a98KM ride ahead with over … Continue reading
Day 10 – Storm Dodging
The day started out dry with thunder storms forecast for 1400. Energy levels quite low this morning as only managed to grab a sandwich from a corner store. Most places do not star taking food orders until 2130 in this … Continue reading
Day 9 – back on the road
Back on the road again and traveling down a route I have used before. Weather is still a bit unstable but started out fine. I managed to reach my destination missing the thunder and deluge which was a short distance … Continue reading