Bike security?

[rachcarter]

Hi

I am wondering what people do with their bikes at night when they are staying at albergues. Is there normally a shed to put the bikes in - or are they left outside and you just lock them up?

My first night I will need to find accommodation is Pamplona - is there an albergue that is more suitable with a bike?

Kind regards,
Rachael

 

[Deleted member 3000]

Albergue Jesus y Maria has a large bicycle storage area in the foyer, but it will be closed July 5 to July 14. Depending on how busy they are, they will turn away pilgrims who have not walked into the city. In general, bicyclists are not admitted until 6 p.m., by which time it may be full. Albergue Casa Paderborn will be open all of July, but it has only 26 beds, and in July they are likely to be gone by mid-afternoon.

 

[duncan pm]

We were no more or less concerned about this than when cycling/cycle touring elsewhere. We locked bikes together and were alwats careful to remove easily stolen items such as lights and pumps.
By using Ortlieb paniers we could unclip bags very easily. Valuables and documents went in the handlebar bag which also had a mapcase - this, like the panniers also have a useful shoulder strap for easy carrying and were doubly useful for visits in afternoons etc.
I cycle tour alot on my own. I often feel more concerned about theft from campsites then when wildcamping. Albergues seem no more of a concern for cyclists than walkers. Prudence and discretion are key as they are whilst in cafes, restaurants etc. Keeping in sight of my bike whilst having a coffee break gives peace of mind as much as anything else.
The maxim of what you own owns you is appropriate. I can easily feel somewhat like Gollum - treasuring my precious possessions instead of living the life that the freedom of travel gives away from the daily drudge of mere existence.
All the best,
Duncan.

 

[Davroos]

If you look at godesalco, you can work out your itinerary, from there, look at mundicamino and on this site, you can then see if the place has a lockup for your bike

 

[rachcarter]

Hi

Thanks for your replies. I'll take my bike chain and lock to be sure.

Cheers,
Rachael

 

[Davroos]

On both the il Primitivo and VDLP, we took cables and locks and did lock all 3 bikes together inside.

 

[RichaM]

I stayed at Cisur Menor (about 2km outside Pamplona) and locked my bike away for the night in an outbuilding they lent me the key for. They have a quite intimidating looking German Shepherd who sleeps close by so your bike is really quite secure.

A couple of ten-year-olds did try having it away with my panniers in the middle of the old town though (seriously) - it was a bit slum-dog-millionaire-ish.

There's loads of info on the Spanish refuges and the office in SJPDP is really helpful. There's a really good Michelin guide.