Montsoriu Castle

Another gruelling climb on poor pavement (yes, those small grey patches among potholes and loose gravel). This time I was riding an old Rieju I bought cheap two years ago. This bike has undergone only a partial makeover that excluded the traditional saddle swap. When will I ever learn...?
Oh , one more thing: I'd better replace the original brakes for anything with some kind of stopping power. I'm sure it'll be a dramatic upgrade when rolling downhill.

Segur-Sant Jaume dels Domenys- La Múnia

Got out for a relaxed ride in farmland. Quite a few hills but not enough to claim altitude awards. Nice country roads between endleds vineyards spotted here and there with old farm houses and cellar buildings ( no pics this time; forgot my camera). The tarmac was fine and motorised traffic conveniently scarce. Kept successfully on the big ring for long bits. Good feelings but I'm fully aware that it was just a four hour outing.

Wednesday, 12th

Tibidabo again by the hard way. Not that bad for a convalescent guy. This time rode home partially trough dirt lanes (scanning ahead for unfriendly dogs).
Got quite a fright when the front brake lever suddenly failed (someone , all right, me, forgot to tighten the cable nut properly). Fortunately I was on a flat bit; that will teach me to routinely check brakes before mounting.

Feeling better but not enough to ride. Let's take it as a new beginning. From now on every day matters.

Got a bad cold and been unable to train for a week. Feeling horrible right now. Am I supposed to make an outing this Sunday? No way, lad.

See the almonds trees in full white bloom? Tad early this year, isn't it?

Wednesday, 27th

Climbed to Tibidabo but purposely chose the hard way; that is from St Bartomeu following the itinerary of the Transcollserola. I felt good on the bike. Arrived home feeling quite optimistic.
Note: I'd better polish the front rim.