the journal

INSPIRED MINDS

voyages of discovery, boundless possibilities, journeys for the journeys sake


Welcome to the the journal, the musings of our crew and contributors on everything from cycling culture to bike touring adventures to film & photography to environmental issues facing our planet. Updates on our travels, cycling location discoveries and progress with our fundraising activities are posted here, follow to stay in the know.

cycling culture RICHARD JOHNSON cycling culture RICHARD JOHNSON

KILL THE HILL

So you’ve cycled Mallorca, ridden the Tramuntana mountains from Cap Formentor to Andratx, conquered Sa Calobra and hit the peak of Puig Major? Well, no you haven’t…but now you have the chance.

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DISCOVER MALLORCA

From the capital city Palma in the south to Port de Pollenca in the north, the international cycling community enthusiastically and sustainably exploits its natural resources. Ask any seasoned cyclist about Mallorca and they’ll wax lyrical about the roads, especially those that navigate the stunning Serra de Tramuntana mountain range which dominates the islands northwest coast.

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EXPLORING SARDINIA

Sardinia, Italy’s second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, is pretty wild but also more accessible for cyclists than some other Italian regions, especially in the south. The island really fascinates those who travel there; history, culture, food and marvellous, clear blue waters enchant everyone in search of a cycling trip here.


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REFUEL AND REST

Getting the very best out of the days in the saddle means planning some down time off the bike to recharge and recuperate. Amazing rides require great places to stay and enjoy the local hospitality, food and culture.

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PACKING LIGHT

Packing for your cycling holiday or bike tour may not be the most exciting part of the planning, however it might be the make or break of a really successful trip. There’s an art to ensuring you have exactly what you do need but not too much more.

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FREEDOM

Have you ever dreamed of how it might feel to be totally FREE?! No baggage, no responsibilities, no worries or deadlines to meet, no-one demanding anything of you. Totally free and liberated to choose what happens next…

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