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I was hungover for only the second time on this trip, so a day of chilling at the hostel was all I could really manage. I did make it out...

I haven’t woken up at 5:00 a.m. once this whole trip, but this morning was worth it. From where we were staying, we had a panoramic view...

It was the first time setting an alarm because there was an early ferry to Fethiye, Turkey from Rhodes. I still managed to wake up to the...

A Cold Drink and Coastal Cruising I set off fairly early from my campsite and after a bit of riding, someone waved me down outside a café...

Pancakes, Punctures, and a Reunion in Tiranë I arrived early doors in Durrës and, after unsuccessfully trying to find a bike shop to sort...

A Roman Rest Day I was tempted by Daniele’s offer of joining him on a 10K run around Rome, but I decided it was best not to overdo it and...

The decent to Florence I set off from my campsite at the top of the mountain and descended nearly 1,000 metres in about 30 minutes. From...

Crossing Into Italy and the Bustle of Milan I set off from the campsite in Lugano and weaved through the final Swiss town, Mendrisio,...

Leaving Zurich — Buzzards, Vineyards, and Friendly Faces Rolling out of a busy Zurich , I cycled along the north side of the river ,...

From Kehl to Kembs — Lizards, Laundry, and a Slower Pace After reaching a campsite across the river from Strasbourg  in Kehl, Germany , I...

Swimming Breaks and Squealing Brakes I started early from my campsite just outside Roetgen , and only 18 km later — after a glorious...

Setting Off from the Ferry After a massive buffet meal on the ferry and a fairly good night’s sleep in the cabin, we set off toward...

Easing Into the Adventure The first five days were a real success — with great weather and lovely cycling to ease me into the adventure....

Bike and bags Vitus Substance VRX-HT Thule back panniers (2) 25L Rogov fork bags (2) 10L Rogov feed bags (2) Ortlieb Handlebar 9L Ortlieb...