I rode Rocacorba 3 weeks ago-probably nearly the slowest man up there-mind you I will be 75 this year and broke my hip 22 months ago……..enjoyed it but it’s a tough climb-especially for someone who lives in Cambridgeshire……..

Going to ride in Costa Brava this weekend, weather permitting (which it should). Have ridden in Vic but first time on the coast (Figueres to Llança to Port de la Selva to Roses and Figueres) and looking forward to the scenic vistas overlooking the sea. I have only been riding in Spain 4 months but can attest that Spanish drivers of all motorised vehicles in Catalunya are, indeed, very respectful and cautious of cyclists and I've yet to be subjected to road rage or dangerous behaviour on my bike. Truly an amazing place to cycle and live.

Great vid Dave! Next family holiday for sure.

I live just a little further south of the Costa Brava good cycling roads and cycling culture too

God bless you for letting my cycling love get to enjoy your excellent video of "Heaven". I most likely never get to do but you make it real. Thanks .... Tom Byrne

Fantástico, un bonito reportaje. Congratulations.

Lovely video, I'm going!

Wow, great video making me want to go back again. And fun to see myself 9:29 into the video :D

I'll be there in a month....can't wait!

Fabulous little film.

This is quickly becoming a favorite channel!

@viajandodebike2022

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful edition and good tips.

Great piece CyclingTips.

The CT team is on fire with all the content you guys are putting out recently.

I am soooo changing my traveling plans after watching this vid. Thought of going to Amalfi but not anymore. Thx!

Great video.. thank you

Just need to tell you I loved this video!

my god this is brilliant video thank you so much guys

I love the way you edited the video, awesome.

Great video

another great video guys, i just hope you continue all year long !

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

We sure will try our hardest.

excellent

Unreal

Great watch Dave!

@VeloVeloVeloTV

Жыл бұрын

Cheers, good location to play about on the bike. - Dave

Just booked a holiday to Majorca. Wish I’d gone here now 😩. Great review 👍

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

Majorca is great too, just so many cars though. There's always next year.

Nice one by cycling's Guy Martin 😉

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

That made me laugh, cheers. I just need a neat Ford Transit and I'll be that bit closer to being like him 😉

He's such a great presenter, a real character. Took me a while to warm to him at first, but he's great. Oh, and the region of the Costa Brava looks amazing.

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words.

Finally a keen cyclist with a bike that anyone with regular paychecks can afford!

You guys should consider an update - I’m here now and there’s been a considerable backlash against overcrowding and rich cycle tourism by the locals. So many people have flocked here they’ve displaced Catalonians. Worth another look.

@VeloVeloVeloTV

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I have visited a few times since filming this and it certainly is different to even a few years back. - Dave

Nice video! What time of year is this? There is a surprising lack of vehicles on the roads!

Thank you, very nice video. Would it be possible for you to share some strava/gpx rides on the area?

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

I didn't use a computer on the bike so don't have any, sorry. But honestly you can't go wrong what ever direction you head in. Plus there are a heap of group rides everyday.

We live in this area sorry to many bikes !!

go away Covid -- I need some Girona time

Great video! I'm trying to figure what road is that around 5:36 ? It seems to be near Cadaqués ?

@skunkbird

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, it's the road out to Far de cap de Creus to the North East of Cadaqués. You're not actually allowed to ride on some of the little roads in the Tudela Park, so just pay attention to the signage when there.

@madubable

4 жыл бұрын

@@skunkbird Thanks for the response. Much appreciated.

Come inland a little, to the west 40mins, and it's better! Less traffic. More variety, spectacular climbs. #osonaunfiltered

@VeloVeloVeloTV

5 жыл бұрын

Is that an invite ;)

@massivecompacthalo3330

5 жыл бұрын

@@VeloVeloVeloTV yes mate definitely! If you're interested, June 6-9th, special weekend offer, all inclusive with a sportive on the Sunday.

@dwabra

5 жыл бұрын

@@massivecompacthalo3330 Do you have a link to check it out, along with recommendations for visitors (rentals, routes, etc.)?

@massivecompacthalo3330

5 жыл бұрын

@@dwabra yes if you go to www.osonacyclingtour.es or their Facebook, Instagram page, you'll find details. Any specific questions send us an email. Be happy to help!

@jacksonjxnatti596

5 жыл бұрын

I'm visiting the area in a month...where do I go to check it out?

Really good , thanks , I enjoy cycling and skiing , just retired , divorced and age 58 , looks like a great place to live , I’ll drive over and get an air bnb for 3 months . Would you recommend a place in the centre or on the outskirts ? Liked and subbed.

@VeloVeloVeloTV

3 жыл бұрын

It's a small city/town so it really wouldn't make much difference. -Dave

@normhanson981

3 жыл бұрын

@@VeloVeloVeloTV thanks Dave.

the roads look rough. What is the best road with the best smoothest pavement? Best Ive seen is backside of Mt Palomar, Sd.

@VeloVeloVeloTV

11 ай бұрын

From the short time I've spent there, it seems that there are loads of good roads. One of the many reasons the pros live there. - Dave

I know all roads around Girona, fantàstic place to live and train, If anybody needs any informartion I live in Lloret de Mar. Come to my land.

@jfvanschalkwyk

3 жыл бұрын

It is on my bucket list....I will do it as soon as we can fly again... May see you there!

@pdrvn1

3 жыл бұрын

Hola Jesus! Estoy planeando ir. Como te contacto?

@Jesus-mg9ee

3 жыл бұрын

@@pdrvn1 jgalibier@hotmail.com

@Jesus-mg9ee

3 жыл бұрын

@@jfvanschalkwyk of course, let me know when youre comming.

@jfvanschalkwyk

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jesus-mg9ee Thank you !!!

;)

The attraction of Girona is largely down to having a fantastic city with everything you need off the bike because the traffic around there is terrible. You really need to get into the hills and even there the drivers are nutters. There are many corners of Spain that are overlooked due to the lack of infrastructure. I'm in Lleida province where the roads are much much quieter and neighbouring Huesca is not dissimilar to Provence during springtime. I personally love the Mataraña with it's backdrop of Els Ports, athough I would argue that Castellon province is hard to beat for variety and is a climbers dream if you have the stamina to explore inland.

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

There seems to be so many good places. We will have to at some point find the budget to visit more of Spain. I used to live in the Basque region. I loved it there too.

@gadgetgrader

2 жыл бұрын

Where in Spain do you recommend which has the sea and mountains and good bike riding?

@TamzinVokes

2 жыл бұрын

@@gadgetgrader People seem to enjoy the Costa Blanca as it caters for cyclists, check out Citrus Cycling if you are interested. I personally prefer being up the coast as it's quieter. Check out around Alcossebre. You can see from Strava heat maps there are some interesting climbs but flat along the coast. This zone you are better opting for self catering accommodation as it's less well known for cyclists but is a cheap option.

@dickieblench5001

Ай бұрын

Girona is overrated IMO. Which is great cos the place is teeming with wannabes and IG influencers leaving the rest of Spain nice and quiet

Would like to have the places visited in video listed... cannot understand the dialect :D

@andycorso8498

5 жыл бұрын

Manne its not a dialect it’s an accent.......Manchester actually........embrace diversity, don’t wait to be spoon fed

@joskoevoet9569

5 жыл бұрын

I just love the accent, sounds so layback n relaxed.

Can we just have a vid where he says “camaraderie” over and over?

@DavidEverettshoddycycling

5 жыл бұрын

I'll get working on one now.

Not 'ExPat' the word you are looking for is immigrant........

@dantelectro

5 жыл бұрын

Emigrant (synonym for expat) and immigrant are both true at the same time. Which one you use depends on the context and the perspective you want to look at it from.

Say good bye to all this come brexit time

What is up with his hair? He still living in the 80s.