I will be biking the Camino leaving in ten days. For the past two years and up until 3 days ago, it was my intention to walk the Camino. Due to unforeseen physical issues, the walk is now not possible.
Considering all of my equipment is for walking (haven't sat on a bike in 10 years and not incredibly healthy), I'm still going to just get on the plane with what I have, rent a bike and take a leap of faith.
My concerns are that I will not be able to climb big hills with my bike (not due to lack of confidence - I just know my bodies limitations.) I will be staring in Pamplona.
Also, considering my lack of skill on a bike, I am worried about injuring another pilgrim with my "klutzy" ways.
Finally to the question:
Are all the bike routes or alternative routes marked or will I have to learn how to read a road map and in Spanish no doubt?- YIKES
For those who feel the need to warn me about the possible failures, please don't.
I have no disillusions that it will be one of the most physically trying things I've ever done...but failing to try is not an option.
Considering all of my equipment is for walking (haven't sat on a bike in 10 years and not incredibly healthy), I'm still going to just get on the plane with what I have, rent a bike and take a leap of faith.
My concerns are that I will not be able to climb big hills with my bike (not due to lack of confidence - I just know my bodies limitations.) I will be staring in Pamplona.
Also, considering my lack of skill on a bike, I am worried about injuring another pilgrim with my "klutzy" ways.
Finally to the question:
Are all the bike routes or alternative routes marked or will I have to learn how to read a road map and in Spanish no doubt?- YIKES
For those who feel the need to warn me about the possible failures, please don't.
I have no disillusions that it will be one of the most physically trying things I've ever done...but failing to try is not an option.