Day 133 29th November 4miles (Alcaucin) Average 5.8mph Top speed 27 mph Day of chores. Did my washing and cleaned bungalow 5. I climbed to nearly the top of the mountain above the bungalows in search of good firewood and enjoyed the spectacular views, but it was a bit hairy on the way down using … [Read more…]
Day 132 28th November 22miles (Alcaucin to Zaffaraya) Average speed 7.2mph Top speed 32 mph A superb ride through the natural park up to Ventas de Zaffaraya. Uphill most of the way on unmade road which had lots of ruts due to the rain, but beautiful scenery all the way. Stopped at a picnic … [Read more…]
Day 130 26th November Alcaucin I’ve been relaxing in one of Raul’s lovely bungalows. He has been so generous it’s hard to believe. We have eaten together and had a few beers too. It’s been wonderful to have the place to myself and relax and to sleep without the interruptions or noise of hostel life. … [Read more…]
Day 129 25th November No cycling today. I walked into town via the woodland path and bought vino blanco and had a couple of beers to avoid the rain showers. When I walked back up the road I got stuck behind a lorry trying to navigate through the narrow street.Wherever you go there are traffic … [Read more…]
Day 128 24th November 6miles (Alcaucin to Mirador Pedro Aguiler) Average 5.3mph Top speed 15 mph Raul’s bungalow After an excellent night’s sleep I got up at 9am, cooked bacon and eggs with toast and cream cheese. then I walked into town via the forest path to buy the tea bags I forgot yesterday. … [Read more…]
Day 127 23rd November 26miles Ave 7.4 Max 27 Odo 4036 3hrs 31 Up early at 8am having been a bit nervous that Woody … [Read more…]