*Days 12 to 21. From 14/02 to 23/02. It's funny how fast things change. What starts with a simple "Wow, I feel this finger is weak", transforms in a couple of days in a "Shit, I gotta go to Paris to check it out". I (Javi) totally understood Gaspard having to leave. I mean, in... Continue Reading →
The separation – (Small) sh*t happens! #3
Unfortunately Gaspard had to leave the trips for three to four weeks to France following a problem with his hand. This lead to a very long hug and sad goodbye. Fortunately he should be able to join Javi in Marakesh for the rest of the trip. 🙂 Since our night in Tordesillas, Gaspard was feeling... Continue Reading →
From Salamanca to Mérida #2
Despite arriving to Salamanca on a Saturday (9th of February), we didn't go partying - an important hobby for both of us -, as we experience a drawback of staying in "El Camino" albergues. Many of them close their doors at 10 or 11 PM and don't let you get out. It makes sense though,... Continue Reading →
Crossing Castilla #1
Day 1 (82 km, 462m+) Despite a sunny forecast, it took 5 minutes since we left Javi's home in Vitoria to start snowing. It also took around an hour to realize that the cycling routes of Google Maps are rather "mountain bike routes", not exactly suitable for bikes with 15 kilo of luggage. Little by... Continue Reading →
Gettin’ ready – #0
During December and January, we were doing all the pre-work necessary for such a trip. First, we planned the route al the way to Marrakech, and then, listed the material. We already have to thank Jean-Baptiste, a quite experienced tour cyclist which was a bit more ambitious than us and made it all the way... Continue Reading →
