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  1. Bikeguy

    Cycling part of camino:Leon-Santiago

    Hi Karen. I cycled the camino last May/June and did not have any troubles finding a bed every night. The rules around cyclists being unable to book into albergue until late in the day to give preference to walkers seems to apply to the municipal albergues and he private ones were quite happy...
  2. Bikeguy

    Cycling el Frances in June

    I second this recommendation. The Michelin Camino map book is very useful. Clipped it to my handlebars. Referred to in regularly throughout the day.
  3. Bikeguy

    Cycling el Frances in June

    Agreed; very limited value. Cannot recommend this book.
  4. Bikeguy

    What type of tyres for Camino Bike

    I like Schwalbe Marathons. Not the lightest but tough and good tread pattern for paved or dirt roads or easy trails. Only flat on the way to SDC train station from old town on very last day in Spain.I enyoyed the quiet roads which followed the camino and dirt road meseta sections of the camino...
  5. Bikeguy

    Cycling and Hotels

    No problems for me when I cycled the Camino in May/June of this year. I generally started early (0630-0730hrs) and so ended early (1330-1500 hrs) and I always found a room or bed. Always provided with secure storage area for bike but good policy to lock it anyways...
  6. Bikeguy

    What kind of bike is most suitable?

    Absolutely agree Newfydog - courtesy and patience. I found when catching up to walkers I would sound my bell well back to notify but not alarm them and then slow right down and pass when possible. Courtesy begets courtesy. I found with the wind blowing in their ears and hoods pulled up the...
  7. Bikeguy

    What kind of bike is most suitable?

    Fopgot one - a kick stand. Lots of serious bikes would never consider a stand (one time me included) being uncool and extra weight. It is just invaluble when touring when you are parking your trusty bike numerous times every day. No always a convenient wall or tree when you want one!
  8. Bikeguy

    What kind of bike is most suitable?

    Completed camino last month on my very sturdy Bike Friday Pocket Llama folding bike with 20" wheels and 1.75" Marathon tires. Bike's fourth Eurpean tour. 27 speeds with very low gearing (17"), rear rack with panniers and handlebar bag. No suspension, no problem. Travelled maybe 40% on path...
  9. Bikeguy

    Pamplona to Santiago on a MTB May 12 to June 5. 2014

    Good honest review. I was also cycing the Camino during this time and found the cold temperatures, horizontal rain and headwinds very challenging. I would certainly recommend being prepared for a variety of conditions, use waterproof panniers or ensure contents in plastic bags, avoid cotton...
  10. Bikeguy

    Cycling the Camino on Paved roads

    Just completed the ride Pamplona to Finisterra this week. Just awesome. I would say I rode 25% on walkers route and only when it was wide enough to not bother the walkers. Must of it is dirt or gravel farm roads and really good cycling. I ride a 20" tire folding Bike Friday Pocket LLama...
  11. Bikeguy

    Cycled Pamplona to Finisterra - Report

    For anyone interested, here is a link to a simple blog I maintained while cycling the Camino. An awesome trip! Randy http://bikeguy32.blogspot.ca/2014/05/camino-de-santiago-de-composela.html

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