Day 64: Chur to Surcuoln
We woke up a little earlier because the ride looked a long one on the map. It said it would take us nearly four hours to cycle 40km so I knew we would be facing some pretty big hills. It … Continue reading →
Phil Bowers
Days 62 & 63: Chur rest days
The last two rest days have been very chilled. It is Stan’s final days with us as well so it’s been good to spend some time together. Yesterday, we checked out the old town in Chur. We cycled into the … Continue reading →
Day 61: Triesen to Chur (Switzerland)
Waking up this morning was a struggle. I was feeling tired and achy but pleased the sun was shining. We got ready and left our scenic campsite behind. We all enjoyed our time in Liechtenstein so I urge you to … Continue reading →
Day 59: St Margrethen to Feldkirch
Where has the summer gone? We woke up this morning freezing our butts off (as Brandi would say!). Hopefully it’ll warm up again later this week! On went the extra layer much to my annoyance. We faced a simple ride … Continue reading →
Day 60: Feldkirch to Triesen (Liechtenstein)
Summer is back! The cold has gone and the sun has returned! The previous night with Paula et al had been great but now it was time to get back on the road. We all enjoyed our stay in Feldkirch … Continue reading →
Day 58: Arbon to St Margrethen
We had a nice surprise the evening before. My good ol’ mate from Bedford, Nick aka Stan, arrived from England. He’s going to be joining us for the next six days! It’s great to have him here and I’m looking forward to … Continue reading →
Day 56 & 57: Rest Day & Konstanz to Arbon
Day 56 was my rest day. It is also the half way point of my trip! I can’t believe where the time has gone! Looking forward to the next 56 days! I didn’t do very much on my day off. … Continue reading →
Day 55: Wagenhausen to Konstanz
Today was the sixth day of cycling in a row! I slept well and there were no signs of mosquitoes so I was feeling ready! My right shoulder is still giving me some real grief but I hope to have … Continue reading →
Day 54: Flaach to Wagenhausen
We all slept badly last night so we were struggling in the morning. A window had been left open which meant that 20 mosquitoes (yes I counted) bothered us all night. I was lacking energy and aching after yesterday’s climb. We … Continue reading →
Day 53: Bad Zurzach to Flaach
It was another sunny day on the Bath to Rome trip so spirits were high. Tim was joining me for today’s latest instalment of riding. He’s been doing lots of exercise but not enough cycling so I’ll make sure he gets … Continue reading →