B(H)iking – Page 28 – SY Hullu Poro

We took the early bus from Crosshaven into Cork. Double decker, for sure. Cork apparently got the best market hall all over Ireland and the UK. After some initial glance, we toured around the city to see some nice parks bridges and buildings.

We enjoyed some light bites over a heavy pint in one of the many pubs before getting back to the market hall, which has become busy by now. Some shopping and back to the bus. Overall a busy and buzzling city, definitely worth to pay a visit.

The evening hours allowed for a short sniff tour on the bike to explore the vicinity of Crosshaven.

My first bike ride on Ireland took me on Bike Route #1 not only through some nice country site but also to Lidl. After my rucksack got filled with some goodies, I followed the track back along River Lee towards the RCYC.

Fair winds…

🚴‍♂️…Lagoa de Santiago…👍

By Bernd

On July 2, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

On my way towards Lagoa de Santiago I had to pass the viewpoint over Sete Cidades. I think, this remains my preferred spot on Sao Miguel from what I was allowed to see up to date.

The weather was perfect, so was the view. Best on my 3rd trip up here today.

Heading on, Lagoa de Santiago might appears less spectacular but I would argue on that, as the lake itself has for sure a different character but the road surrounding it keeps my mind blowing. More photos under the link below.

Another ride in paradise. 🙏

Fair winds…

🙋‍♂️…Gruta do Cavão…😅

By Bernd

On July 1, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

Today‘s short ride took me out of town to first explore some volcanic caves and then stop by at a nice spot with unspoiled sea view offering beer & biscuits.

Every day we find new places to explore.

Fair winds…

Hike – São Miguel (PR12)

By Bernd

On June 30, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

🚴‍♂️…Caldeira Velha…☝️

By Bernd

On June 24, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

Today’s morning swim was not in the 20℃ cold seawater we currently have in PDL’s public piscina next to the marina but rather at the hot springs of the Caldeira Velha.

My bike ride back via Lagoa do Fogo was as spectacular as last year and so was the downhill back into town.

Fair winds…

🚴‍♂️…Freguesia de Relva…👌

By Bernd

On June 23, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

I’m not sure, what to comment on today’s bike ride, which took me into the neighbouring parish of Relva. I am still a bit puzzled.

The nature is mind blowing and so are the cobbles on some parts of the track. For sure, cyclocross is involved with special attention to care & carry. These were the worst cobbles ever, its arrangement simply does not allow any road bike cycling on part of the track.

However, the reward comes instantly with each mile spent in this extraordinary environment. The altitude profile throws you down the steep cliff coast into this exceptional village.

Freguesia de Relva has passed its peak and looks a bit abandoned although some of the houses remain inhabited. What comes next is my question?

Fair winds…

🚴‍♂️…Santo António again…

By Bernd

On June 22, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

Santo António seems to be everywhere on this island but it’s pure coincident that my ride today took me to a parish named after the ananas or vice versa. Neither nor obviously. The strong influence of Saint António dates back to the 12th century and ended in one of the most important public holidays in Portugal.

Leaving history behind, the ride itself also offered magnificent landscape.

Fair winds…

🚴‍♂️ 🎥…Rabo de Peixe…🎥 🚴‍♂️

By Bernd

On June 21, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

I have been to Rabo de Peixe last year and clearly remember how special and different this village was from the rest. It took me up to the point, that I felt uncomfortable spotting junkie needles lying on the road.

Netflix has taken the opportunity to produce a drama in this village based on true facts. Since today I have a Netflix account to watch the first series of seven episodes. As the movie got very popular in Portugal, it was decided a few days back to produce series two in continuation.

Not many film requisites needed, the village fits perfectly into the frame of the movie content. For me, a bizarre coincident.

Need to watch first episode now.

Fair winds…

🚴‍♂️…Reserva Florestal…👍

By Bernd

On June 19, 2023

In B(H)iking, Portugal

After finally getting some crackers, I was set to go to the Reserva Florestal National Park, long time on my list. Not approaching via the main road, there was a bit of cyclocross involved on a 1.5km stretch to get to the entrance of the park. Although this stretch is more suitable for mountain bike and hiking it is brilliant from a nature point of view but impossible to ride with a road bike, even a Roubaix.

The park itself captivated me from the first moment and besides lush green all over I got positively irritated by the sheer variety of plants, bushes and trees, not to forget the colourful flowers sticking out here and there. Fantastic.

Fair winds…