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Renting and riding in Algarve & Mallorca?
In the process of planning a dream vacation for October that will include a few days in Lagos, Portugal and a few days on the Spanish island of Mallorca. In each case I'd like to rent a road bike and explore, as both are pretty much cycling paradise on earth and my SO is cool to chill by a pool in paradise for a couple hours each day while I get my zoomies out.
Questions for anyone who has been to either location: What rental shops did you use, what was your experience like, any can't-miss routes? For Mallorca specifically, where on the island should we be looking to stay? There are dozens of spectacular AirBnB options all over, and we'll probably have a rental car to explore, but we'd like to be somewhat close to good dining/beach options so maybe Palma?
Questions for anyone who has been to either location: What rental shops did you use, what was your experience like, any can't-miss routes? For Mallorca specifically, where on the island should we be looking to stay? There are dozens of spectacular AirBnB options all over, and we'll probably have a rental car to explore, but we'd like to be somewhat close to good dining/beach options so maybe Palma?
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My wife and I have been to Mallorca 4 times. Once with Santana Adventures in 2008 where we rode our tandem and the other three on our own staying at Club Son Antem that is a Marriott Vacation Club. We have another trip planned for next year.
IMO, Mallorca is ground zero for cycling and pro cycling. Most UCI world tour teams have a camp in Mallorca and there are numerous Sportiv’s, rides, tours and etc. The roads are generally good and the car traffic light in most areas but can be fast and aggressive although drivers like cyclists.
On all the trips, we packed and took our road bikes and for the Santana trip, the tandem. The cycling is so good, it seems like a crime not to experience it on ones own bike. However, rental shops are abundant and it is possible to rent really nice bikes. When we go next year, once again, we will take our road bikes. We will be there for 10 days.
Routes can be picked up on Strava and etc. The ride to Deia fro Palma over the Col du Sole is pretty amazing. The col has 33 switchbacks and the city of Deia is very picturesque. There are a couple of restaurants in Deia on the cliffs with views that will take your breath away. The other marquee ride is the ride to the Formentor that is on the other side of the island. Deia has a lot of climbing and the Formentor even more with tougher grades. The climb to the lighthouse is worth every pedal stroke.
There are other classic climbs on the island, and in general, the terrain is hilly and difficult. From Club Son Antem, we can ride south along fairly flat good roads to the sea, have a coffee and ride back for a solid 2 hour fast ride.
Since we have a 2 bedroom villa with kitchen, dining, barbecue and etc, we shop and eat many of our meals at the villa. Mallorca is very popular with German tourists so there are a lot of restaurants that cater to German tastes.
And there is another island Ibiza, between Mallorca and Spain that is noted for its club seen (dancing among other things) and beaches. On our trip, we may try taking a ferry to Ibiza.
There is a BF member who lives in Algarve. I will give him a mention in another post.
IMO, Mallorca is ground zero for cycling and pro cycling. Most UCI world tour teams have a camp in Mallorca and there are numerous Sportiv’s, rides, tours and etc. The roads are generally good and the car traffic light in most areas but can be fast and aggressive although drivers like cyclists.
On all the trips, we packed and took our road bikes and for the Santana trip, the tandem. The cycling is so good, it seems like a crime not to experience it on ones own bike. However, rental shops are abundant and it is possible to rent really nice bikes. When we go next year, once again, we will take our road bikes. We will be there for 10 days.
Routes can be picked up on Strava and etc. The ride to Deia fro Palma over the Col du Sole is pretty amazing. The col has 33 switchbacks and the city of Deia is very picturesque. There are a couple of restaurants in Deia on the cliffs with views that will take your breath away. The other marquee ride is the ride to the Formentor that is on the other side of the island. Deia has a lot of climbing and the Formentor even more with tougher grades. The climb to the lighthouse is worth every pedal stroke.
There are other classic climbs on the island, and in general, the terrain is hilly and difficult. From Club Son Antem, we can ride south along fairly flat good roads to the sea, have a coffee and ride back for a solid 2 hour fast ride.
Since we have a 2 bedroom villa with kitchen, dining, barbecue and etc, we shop and eat many of our meals at the villa. Mallorca is very popular with German tourists so there are a lot of restaurants that cater to German tastes.
And there is another island Ibiza, between Mallorca and Spain that is noted for its club seen (dancing among other things) and beaches. On our trip, we may try taking a ferry to Ibiza.
There is a BF member who lives in Algarve. I will give him a mention in another post.
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My wife and I have been to Mallorca 4 times. Once with Santana Adventures in 2008 where we rode our tandem and the other three on our own staying at Club Son Antem that is a Marriott Vacation Club. We have another trip planned for next year.
IMO, Mallorca is ground zero for cycling and pro cycling. Most UCI world tour teams have a camp in Mallorca and there are numerous Sportiv’s, rides, tours and etc. The roads are generally good and the car traffic light in most areas but can be fast and aggressive although drivers like cyclists.
On all the trips, we packed and took our road bikes and for the Santana trip, the tandem. The cycling is so good, it seems like a crime not to experience it on ones own bike. However, rental shops are abundant and it is possible to rent really nice bikes. When we go next year, once again, we will take our road bikes. We will be there for 10 days.
Routes can be picked up on Strava and etc. The ride to Deia fro Palma over the Col du Sole is pretty amazing. The col has 33 switchbacks and the city of Deia is very picturesque. There are a couple of restaurants in Deia on the cliffs with views that will take your breath away. The other marquee ride is the ride to the Formentor that is on the other side of the island. Deia has a lot of climbing and the Formentor even more with tougher grades. The climb to the lighthouse is worth every pedal stroke.
There are other classic climbs on the island, and in general, the terrain is hilly and difficult. From Club Son Antem, we can ride south along fairly flat good roads to the sea, have a coffee and ride back for a solid 2 hour fast ride.
Since we have a 2 bedroom villa with kitchen, dining, barbecue and etc, we shop and eat many of our meals at the villa. Mallorca is very popular with German tourists so there are a lot of restaurants that cater to German tastes.
And there is another island Ibiza, between Mallorca and Spain that is noted for its club seen (dancing among other things) and beaches. On our trip, we may try taking a ferry to Ibiza.
There is a BF member who lives in Algarve. I will give him a mention in another post.
IMO, Mallorca is ground zero for cycling and pro cycling. Most UCI world tour teams have a camp in Mallorca and there are numerous Sportiv’s, rides, tours and etc. The roads are generally good and the car traffic light in most areas but can be fast and aggressive although drivers like cyclists.
On all the trips, we packed and took our road bikes and for the Santana trip, the tandem. The cycling is so good, it seems like a crime not to experience it on ones own bike. However, rental shops are abundant and it is possible to rent really nice bikes. When we go next year, once again, we will take our road bikes. We will be there for 10 days.
Routes can be picked up on Strava and etc. The ride to Deia fro Palma over the Col du Sole is pretty amazing. The col has 33 switchbacks and the city of Deia is very picturesque. There are a couple of restaurants in Deia on the cliffs with views that will take your breath away. The other marquee ride is the ride to the Formentor that is on the other side of the island. Deia has a lot of climbing and the Formentor even more with tougher grades. The climb to the lighthouse is worth every pedal stroke.
There are other classic climbs on the island, and in general, the terrain is hilly and difficult. From Club Son Antem, we can ride south along fairly flat good roads to the sea, have a coffee and ride back for a solid 2 hour fast ride.
Since we have a 2 bedroom villa with kitchen, dining, barbecue and etc, we shop and eat many of our meals at the villa. Mallorca is very popular with German tourists so there are a lot of restaurants that cater to German tastes.
And there is another island Ibiza, between Mallorca and Spain that is noted for its club seen (dancing among other things) and beaches. On our trip, we may try taking a ferry to Ibiza.
There is a BF member who lives in Algarve. I will give him a mention in another post.
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When I went to portugal in 2018, I rented from this company https://www.cycling-rentals.com/ They'll ship to your hotel (in a HUGE box, it's all put together except for handlebar). In my case I was staying at my parents' house and they were able to ship it to a family member who owned a restaurant, since they don't ship to private residences or rentals. Bike wasn't super awesome, a fuji that definitely was well used, but it worked well for what I did. Unfortunately, my only experience riding is up north and central, but hope you enjoy your time there
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The Algarve region of Portugal is indeed a beautiful place to cycle. It has magnificent scenery, plenty of open roads with a lot less traffic than many are used to elsewhere and a generally cycling-tolerant local population.
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
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In 2020 (just before the pandemic), I rented a bike from NANO Bicycles in Mallorca
https://www.nanobicycles.com/
I'm sure there are lots of other options, as Mallorca is a huge cycling holiday destination.
The riding was great and I don't recall any problems with the bike. I could have used.a stronger set of legs, though.
https://www.nanobicycles.com/
I'm sure there are lots of other options, as Mallorca is a huge cycling holiday destination.
The riding was great and I don't recall any problems with the bike. I could have used.a stronger set of legs, though.
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I would definitely pack your fast legs for Mallorca and Algarve. I really like the idea of riding with AlgarveCycling coach as a tour guide. That would be amazing.
Here are a couple of pics from Mallorca to get the juices flowing.
Formentor in the background with us climbing setting up for a descent. I love this pic since it is one of the few with me leading on a climb. My wife climbs like a feather.
The terrain that we are climbing.
Views from along the cliffs of Deia
Switchbacks on the Col du Soleil.
Here are a couple of pics from Mallorca to get the juices flowing.
Formentor in the background with us climbing setting up for a descent. I love this pic since it is one of the few with me leading on a climb. My wife climbs like a feather.
The terrain that we are climbing.
Views from along the cliffs of Deia
Switchbacks on the Col du Soleil.
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The Algarve region of Portugal is indeed a beautiful place to cycle. It has magnificent scenery, plenty of open roads with a lot less traffic than many are used to elsewhere and a generally cycling-tolerant local population.
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
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Just came back from two weeks in Mallorca. What a great trip. We rented bikes because we did not want to take a chance with bikes getting damaged during transport, etc. We rented Cube bikes from Huerzeler. https://www.huerzeler.com/en I thought the price was right and the support from the shop was great. My Cube bike was disc brakes with Di2. No complaints.
As for routes. I guess the route everyone does is Sa Calobra. Approx 13k straight down to the ocean and then turn around and 13k back up. Make sure you have fresh legs for this ride. One other ride that is quite popular and that I recommend is Cap de Formentor. Great views and just a really nice ride.
Honestly though I think no matter what ride you do, you will not be disappointed. If you have any other questions about where to stay, etc. just ask.
As for routes. I guess the route everyone does is Sa Calobra. Approx 13k straight down to the ocean and then turn around and 13k back up. Make sure you have fresh legs for this ride. One other ride that is quite popular and that I recommend is Cap de Formentor. Great views and just a really nice ride.
Honestly though I think no matter what ride you do, you will not be disappointed. If you have any other questions about where to stay, etc. just ask.
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Amazing advice, thank you so much! We just booked our tickets for the trip today so I remembered this thread and came back to enjoy the great pics from @Hermes and your advice on Algarve. We just booked an airbnb for 4 nights in Lagos, so the rental delivery option seems nice as I know it's not too far from Portimao. I'd love to meet up with a club ride and am quite happy with faster pace since this trip will be at the end of my summer race season so I should be in reasonable shape, but really as long as I have some good routes loaded into my GPS and a solid bike I'll be perfectly happy! Region looks spectacular and it sounds like the weather in mid-October is still excellent for riding.
Velochique post their rides here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/Velochique
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Just came back from two weeks in Mallorca. What a great trip. We rented bikes because we did not want to take a chance with bikes getting damaged during transport, etc. We rented Cube bikes from Huerzeler. https://www.huerzeler.com/en I thought the price was right and the support from the shop was great. My Cube bike was disc brakes with Di2. No complaints.
As for routes. I guess the route everyone does is Sa Calobra. Approx 13k straight down to the ocean and then turn around and 13k back up. Make sure you have fresh legs for this ride. One other ride that is quite popular and that I recommend is Cap de Formentor. Great views and just a really nice ride.
Honestly though I think no matter what ride you do, you will not be disappointed. If you have any other questions about where to stay, etc. just ask.
As for routes. I guess the route everyone does is Sa Calobra. Approx 13k straight down to the ocean and then turn around and 13k back up. Make sure you have fresh legs for this ride. One other ride that is quite popular and that I recommend is Cap de Formentor. Great views and just a really nice ride.
Honestly though I think no matter what ride you do, you will not be disappointed. If you have any other questions about where to stay, etc. just ask.
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I’ve been to both, but unfortunately neither for cycling. During my Navy career, my ships stopped at Mallorca on a few occasions. And, I lived in southern Spain but never took the opportunity to cycle in southern Portugal. Most Navy folks who’ve been to Mallorca will tell you that it is one of the best…if not THE best…liberty port the Navy will take you to. Of course that sorta depends on the time of year. Either way…have a great time in both places.
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Thank you for the advice! We just booked an amazing AirBnB in the hills above Soller which appears to be basically the epicenter of some excellent routes around the island, I couldn't be more excited. For the rental company you linked to, I'm almost shocked the prices are so reasonable... 175 euros for a 5 day rental on a carbon Di2 bike is incredible. Where is their store located? Obviously the preferred option would be a rental company that delivers to your location but we'll have a small car so I can pick it up and hopefully fit it into the back seat with some disassembly (knowing how small euro cars can be, that may be challenging).
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The Algarve region of Portugal is indeed a beautiful place to cycle. It has magnificent scenery, plenty of open roads with a lot less traffic than many are used to elsewhere and a generally cycling-tolerant local population.
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
Lagos area...I can recommend three rental options and they largely depend upon what you intend to do.
Onebike is one of our LBS's with a great reputation that rents bikes, all types, road, MTB and e-bikes. They can deliver the bike to where you are staying. Rui is the owner. Based in Portimao.
https://www.facebook.com/onebike.pt/
Alternatively, Velochique is our premier cycling cafe and they also have a bicycle repair and rental centre plus an AA-style recovery service, based in the picturesque town of Monchique, owner is Lee, and he rents Trek road bikes and runs two weekly club rides and some guys from Lagos join us. Plus, if you are opting for road cycling here, Monchique and Velochique are must-visits; Monchique for the spectacular scenery and Velochique for the great food!
https://www.facebook.com/velochique/
With Velochique, the club rides - Wednesdays and Saturdays - are no drop and we regularly have new folk's from around the World join us; usually those who have rented bikes from Lee.
In Guia, there is BikeSul, a KTM main dealer and they have organised bike tours and casual rentals too for all types of bikes.
https://www.bikesul.pt
These are the 3 I am most familiar with but there are many others. I have bought bikes from both these LBS's, a friend with the owners, and I am a regular on the Velochique rides.
The region is excellent for road, MTB or gravel - or Touring, or course. You cannot go wrong with any type of cycling here, there is plenty to offer all.
Edit to add: My coach and training partner is also a tour guide...not sure what his plans are for October, but possibly an option if you are looking for someone to show you the region for a day or more. I would just say, while he'll be happy to have a stop at Velochique, he is more a 'serious cyclist' option who wants to either train or the 'slow' pace is not very slow, he is an ex-Cat 1 national level racer who doesn't do slow very well...and he'll drag me along too!
Also found a rental shop near where we're staying in Mallorca the next week, have the newer version of my Emonda lined up to ride for 5 days with discs and Di2, hope I don't come home wanting to upgrade
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Oh last question for anyone who has ridden in either region during mid/late October... do I need any warm kit or just jersey/bibs/baselayer? Forecast looks like it'll be mostly low 70s and sunny but not sure how things are in the morning or on mountain roads.
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There is a Youtuber from that region (South of Spain) I don't know if he speaks English but he will help you for sure in Spanish
https://www.youtube.com/user/Miguelms83
just comment is his recent videos and he will answer you.
https://www.youtube.com/user/Miguelms83
just comment is his recent videos and he will answer you.