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Three months after breaking his neck in a mountain bike crash, Abe Kaufman returned to racing at the Mountaineer Monster in West Virginia, winning the 110-mile course and setting a new fastest known time. Find photos and learn more about Abe's ride here... The post Abe Kaufman Wins 2026 Mountaineer Monster 110 appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Seven years after the team time trial last appeared at the Tour de France, Jonas Vingegaard, Tadej Pogacar and Remco Evenepoel opened the 2026 edition with a dramatic battle against the clock in Barcelona. Now, as the discipline prepares for a historic debut at the Tour de France Femmes in 2027, exp...

A Limerick councillor has hit out at council management after officials brought forward a plan to adjust a section of the South Circular Road active travel project, which is currently under construction.Limerick City and County Councils planned changes are understood to focus mainly on limiting the number of people who need access to the section of the street controlled by automated bollards, while also allowing two-way access for a short section of the street for some residents.Limiting traffic movements on this stretch of the street is key to making two-way cycling work alongside motorists travelling one way and retaining parking, as councillors set as a condition under the Part 8 planning process.To limit motoring access to the bollard-controlled section, two-way access will be allowed on the South Circular Road for around 130 metres from Quin Street to Laurel Hill Ave. This will mean more residents and all school staff can access parking without handing out a large number of key fobs. Another change is the addition of more parking spaces just north of Quin Street, which will require changes to the carriageway and cycle path around this location. The council has published a Section 38 notice on its website, signed by Patricia Liddy, director of services for the councils Transportation, Mobility and Public Realm Directorate.IMAGE: The combined drawings stitched together roughly, with the August 2026 construction drawings at the top and the new plans shown at the bottom. In this section, the main changes are to make the carriageway two-way for all and the associated changes for the cycling crossover. The changes also include a new raised parallel crossing for pedestrians and cyclists, south of the Quinn Street/South Circular Road junction, and modifications to build-outs, landscaping, road markings, signs and drainage to accommodate the two-way section of street and the parking changes.Submissions can be made in writing and via mypoint.limerick.ie by 5pm on Friday November 20th.Cllr Elisa ODonovan (Social Democrats) said she is increasingly frustrated with what she claims is a lack of communication and answers from the Active Travel team regarding the ongoing works on the South Circular Road.I am being contacted almost daily by residents and businesses with legitimate concerns, yet despite repeatedly raising these issues and requesting clarification, I am not getting the answers I need to pass on to people, Cllr ODonovan said in a post on Facebook on October 26th.Councillors were briefed on the planned changes, but it is understood that Cllr ODonovan did not attend the briefing. IMAGE: The combined drawings stitched together roughly, with the August 2026 construction drawings at the top and the new plans shown at the bottom. In this section, the main changes are a removal of green areas and localised narrowing of the cycle path to allow for space for extra car parking.Now we have a Section 38 consultation proposing significant changes to traffic arrangements between Laurel Hill Avenue and St Gerard Street. These changes were not approved by councillors as part of the original Part 8 process. Yet Active Travel is now seeking to introduce them through a Section 38 process, she said.She said: Ive walked around the area and could only find two public notices, both dated simply October 2026, with no actual date of publication. I have no idea when these notices were erected.Section 38 is the process the national guidelines deem suitable for such limited changes, and the process does not require site notices. Cllr ODonovan claimed that the proposals will have an enormous impact on traffic movements, particularly for the many schools in the area, as well as surrounding residential streets and local businesses.I have repeatedly asked for affected schools, businesses and residents to be contacted directly, but I have seen no evidence that this has happened. The whole approach feels underhand, and I am deeply disappointed with how this is being handled, she said.Under her Facebook post, a member of the public asked: Who does this? If youre part of the council why arent you given the information or do you need to have a penis to belong to the hierarchy and get information? Sure seems like it.Cllr ODonovan responded: They are a law onto their own and would rather work against the councillors that live locally than work with them. They dont live here so they dont care.Another member of the public replied and asked: Who are they? and Cllr ODonovan confirmed that she was referring to the councils active travel team.Another member of the public, a resident involved with a residents group, said that if Cllr ODonovan consulted with the residents group she might learn how this new plan emerged; its called negotiating. Its not a perfect solution but a reasonable compromise, and suggested that it might be best if u dont get involved at this late stage, particularly pertaining to the section between Quin Street and Gerards Street.Cllr ODonovan responded: Thats not what your neighbours think, and then the resident replied, stating that they had never said what her neighbours think.The resident told Cllr ODonovan that other councillors had engaged with their group and attended meetings with them. The resident added: What matters is we as a group have worked long and hard to get some resolution to our fears and this new plan, while not perfect, is a help.A separate member of the public said: The Active Travel team seem hell bent on making travelling around Limerick as dangerous and as frustrating as possible Cllr ODonovan liked this comment.Cllr ODonovan has repeatedly claimed her support for active travel projects, but she has also told local media that she was completely opposed to the South Circular Road project even after it was approved by a majority of councillors.Last year, she also spread misinformation on the South Circular Road project, claiming detailed designs had not been shared even after she had previously posted a photo of the detailed designs at an event she attended, and she implied design decisions had been made by others when the changes in the design were to comply with the projects Part 8 planning permission set by councillors.More recently, as reported by this website in August, when officials proposed a small project to address cycling safety and accessibility concerns on a 60-metre-long, two-lane, one-way street that is out of place in a residential estate, Cllr ODonovan sided with residents who said they had real trepidation, safety concerns and concerns around anti-social behaviour because of the project. Cllr ODonovan complained about a lack of consultation on that project, even after councillors paused its progress, including public consultation.

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CyclistCyclists way-too-early Tour de France Femmes predictionsHow do you follow up a Tour de France Femmes that was heralded as one of the best Grand Tours ever? Maybe a visit to England.Yes, the 2027 Tour de France Femmes will start in Yorkshire. From Leeds, the race will cross the Pennines twice, back and forth from Manchester to Sheffield before a team time-trial in London. Back in France, the parcours points southwards for stage finishes in Calais, Magnanville and Bourges. The mountains finally arrive on Stage 7 with the races first summit finish atop La Loge des Gardes. To round things out, the Massif Centrals most mythical climb, the Puy de Dme, will host the races final mountain test.So now we know where the next Tour de France Femmes is going, lets drum up some wildly early predictions and guess who will win the nine stages and four distinctive jerseys next August. Check out my predictions for the mens race here once youve read this one.Predicting every stage of the 2027 Tour de France FemmesStage 1A.S.O./Gatan FlammeEy up ar kid. The Tour is coming to Yorkshire and Greater Manchester. Not that the race will spend much time on the roads there, as the opening stage is incredibly short.The days three climbs will seem tough, but they dont seem to be long enough to shake off the likes of Lorena Wiebes or Marianne Vos. In that case, prepare to see Wiebes roar down Deansgate faster than any of her rivals, yielding a third career stint in the maillot jaune. Its a no-brainer, really.Extra prediction incoming. Prime Minister Andy Burnham will be there to hand out the yellow jersey to a very happy Wiebes. We can only hope the two will head to Deansgate Wetherspoons for a recovery Curry Club meal and a cheeky pint afterwards.Cyclists prediction: Lorena WiebesStage 2: Manchester to SheffieldA.S.O./Gatan FlammeStage 2 is more the ticket. Its a right tough day out in the Pennines, featuring some UK classics like Winnats Pass and Snake Pass.Now, this is very similar to Stage 2 of the mens Tour, when that headed to Sheffield in 2014. That day, Jenkin Road ended up being a launchpad for Chris Froome, Vincenzo Nibali and Alberto Contador to show face on a rather mundane Yorkshire road.Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney wont be able to resist the urge to attack there, and we suddenly have a real GC battle on our hands. Demi Vollering, Paula Blasi and Elisa Longo Borghini follow and the group manage to hold a gap to the end. Its a sprint between them for the stage win, claimed by the newly-crowned world champion Vollering.Feeling groggy after her microwave jalfrezi, Wiebes hands yellow over to Vollering as a result of the stage win.Cyclists prediction: Demi VolleringStage 3A.S.O./Aurlien VialatteIn London, the women will be treated to the kind of sightseeing tour thats usually only handed to those who fork 200 on a fluffy rickshaw. Weve got Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Hyde Park, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace all squeezed into an 18km loop.While thatll guarantee good TV shots, its unknown how the stage will pan out. We dont have many team time-trials on the womens circuit, so its hard to judge team performance. I reckon thatll motivate a few to get in the wind tunnel this off-season, given that this will be the only race against the clock at the 2027 edition.Lidl-Trek, Visma-Lease a Bike and FDJ United-Suez could all be candidates for victory, but Im backing SD Worx-Protime.In a roster that includes Anna van der Breggen, Lotte Kopecky, Misha Bredewold, Lorena Wiebes and new recruit Cdrine Kerbaol, it seems as though SD Worx have the strength on paper to pull this one off.Cyclists prediction: SD Worx-ProtimeStage 4A.S.O./Billy CeustersWe finally make it back to France after our three-day trip to England. And once the Eurotunnel is conquered, the riders will be back on rolling roads, this time over the white cliffs of Calais.The coast is very exposed to the wind, so an attack on the Cap Blanc-Nez would require some confidence because a 12km solo in harsh winds will be tough to pull off.Theres no need for Vollering to roll the dice, nor Niewidaoma-Phinney to make a move, given whats to come the following afternoon. Its the kind of thing prime Lotte Kopecky could do. However, we dont have prime Kopecky anymore and Lorena Wiebes seems to be ever more comfortable on the climbs these days.Boring.Cyclists prediction: Lorena WiebesStage 5A.S.O./Gatan FlammeTime for another Classics-like stage. This time, it heads into the Vexin, a part of France that rarely gets the chance to host the Tour, thanks to its close proximity to the French capital.Thats a shame, because this stage looks like a banger, with at least six categorised climbs in the final 50km. A few of them will offer double-digit gradients, so expect a more Lige-Bastogne-Lige kind of finale than what we had in Calais the previous day.Fans of cheese will recognise Magnanville as the host town of Paris-Camembert, although the Paris end rather than the cheesy finale. The Cte de Magnanville has appeared a few times at Paris-Nice. Its 1km long and at an average of 5%, so itll be a bit of a drag for the sprinters in the final kilometre of this stage. It seems blindlingly obvious to pick Kim Le Court-Pienaar in that case. Shes won stages like this at both the 2025 and 2026 editions, and shes a winner of Lige-Bastogne-Lige.Its starting to feel like groundhog day, isnt it?Cyclists prediction: Kim Le Court-PienaarStage 6A.S.O./Pauline BalletOn paper, this is the most conventional sprint stage of the week. However, there is one sprinter miles ahead of everyone right now. Thats Lorena Wiebes.Shell win by a few bike lengths, so shell have some time to come up with a showstopping celebration. Something inspired by local hero Joan of Arc? Another two-headed Albanian eagle? A gang sign or a gesture making refernce to her teams HR platform sponsor?Cyclists prediction: Lorena WiebesStage 7A.S.O./Gatan FlammeI guess this will be our first mountain stage of the race, despite some peoples claims that La Loge des Gardes isnt a proper summit finish.Fair enough, it isnt the steepest climb out there. It barely goes above 8%, so its really a climb for the engines. That indicates that it wont be too attritional for the big GC favourites. History concurs. This has been used twice at recent editions of Paris-Nice and the winner has never come home solo.Chances are, Vollering would still win a four-up sprint atop the mountain, meaning she strengthens her grip on the overall lead. The gaps will be slim, but itll distill the fight for the podium down to just a few names.I say that, but heres to hoping Paula Blasi makes the difference and bags her first ever Tour stage atop the Loge.Cyclists prediction: Demi VolleringStage 8A.S.O./Billy CeustersAt this point in the race, we are knee-deep in the Massif Central. As such, Marion Rousse has designed a stage that heads over every bump on offer in this volcanic highland.This is the perfect day to sweep up QOM points, so I believe this will be fought out among the breakaway. I can envision the likes of Puck Pieterse, Magdeleine Vallieres and Clia Gery heading up the road, but it all depends on whether they play out the GC or not.The Cte de Charade will filter the GC group down somewhat, but I feel the riders will be waiting to lay down the gauntlet on the Puy de Dme. Then again, a few time gaps didnt hurt anyone.Cyclists prediction: Puck PieterseStage 9A.S.O./Billy CeustersFirst of all, forgive the above image, because there wont be any fans on Puy de Dme. OK, thats not confirmed yet, but its conservation status has restricted fans in the past, so expect a quiet arrival atop the Massif Centrals most iconic mountain.Now, the final mountain stage of the Tour de France Femmes has never gone to an escapee. Expect the same to happen here, leaving the likes of Vollering and Niewiadoma-Phinney to fight out the stage and possibly the GC.Puy de Dmes final kilometres are fiendishly steep, so Im inclined to favour Niewidoma-Phinney on an arrival like this. She proved on Mont Ventoux this year that shes more of a specialist on longer uphill finishes, and I feel shell be motivated to get something out of this race given Vollering will have led the GC quite comfortably up until now.Saying that, the World Champ does enough to limit her losses in order to retain the yellow jersey for another year.Cyclists prediction: Kasia Niewiadoma-PhinneyThe GC podium and jersey predictionsA.S.O./Billy CeustersUnsurprisingly, I think Demi Vollering will be able to pull on the yellow jersey once again, making her the first rider to win this event on three occasions. Shes gone undefeated in 2026 and it just feels as though shes hitting her prime. As for the remainder of the podium, I have Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney and Paula Blasi written down. Niewiadoma-Phinney will relish the final stage, but Blasi seems like a burgeoning GC all-rounder, possibly with a domestique-de-luxe in Marlen Reusser at her disposal.By virtue of her three stage victories, Lorena Wiebes will comfortably win another green jersey. As for the white jersey, we can only guess because the Tour organisers keep changing the rules. However, Ill go out on a confident whim and say Puck Pieterse doubles up on polka-dot jerseys after her success at this years race.Its 2026 all over again.The post Cyclists way-too-early Tour de France Femmes predictions appeared first on Cyclist.

off:roader PORTUGALFour stages | 386kmBookings for this trip are currently on hold due to the situation in the Middle East.We are monitoring developments and will reopen bookings when it is appropriate to do so.Please register your interest below and we will keep you updated.Nights5Stages4DifficultyRated 4 out of 5PRICE FROM1699BOOK NOWOVERVIEWHIGHLIGHTSACCOMMODATIONGETTING THEREPACKING LISTFAQsOVERVIEWAn unforgettable route across the entire Algarve over four stages, exploring the rural and traditional side of this beautiful region.Starting in the charming coastal town of Tavira, we use the massive network of farm tracks and gravel trails, including sections of the famous Via Algarviana, to head west all the way to the South West point of Europe in Sagres.Staying in a mix of local hotels and beautiful 4* Spa resorts, with stops in local cafes and restaurants to sample the fantastic food of the region, this trip is the perfect way to experience a quieter and lesser known side of the Algarve.Included in Ride PackageAccommodation5 nights in a range of local hotels, Choose private single, shared twin (2 beds) or shared double (1 bed) rooms.Airport TransfersFly in and out of Faro (FAO), where our team will be on hand to collect you & drop you back off on departure day.4 Epic StagesFully supported rides with guides leading small groups, van support & regular feed stops with a warm up ride on arrival day.MealsBring some money for drinks but our package includes 5 dinners, 4 lunches & 5 breakfasts.Regular StopsRegular feed stops approx every 30km with excellent local lunch stops.LuggageWe move your overnight bags from hotel to hotel each day and provide a small day bag to collect at lunch.WHATS NOT INCLUDED: Flights, Insurance (mandatory), Drinks with lunch & evening meals, Bike rental.REAL RIDER REVIEWSSupported access to an amazing natural area is what i enjoyed the most about the trip.StefanoJanuary 2026Views, company, sense of achievement, cultural insights is what i enjoyed the most about the trip.GeoffJanuary 2026ITINERARYDAY 1Arrival in Faro airport. Transfer to our hotel. Time permitting we head out for a short warm up ride to make sure legs & bike are in good condition for bigger rides to come.DAY 2Stage One: 92km, 1270m elevation, 65% off roadDAY 3Stage Two: 82km, 2230m elevation, 40% off roadDAY 4Stage Three: 82km, 1610m elevation, 60% off roadDAY 5Stage Four: 63km, 1820m elevation, 55% off roadDAY 6Departure day. Transfer back to Faro airport.RIDE HIGHLIGHTSGravel Riding at its bestDiscover a network of quiet trails, winding dirt tracks and remote gravel roads that reveal a whole different side to the Algarve. With fantastic riding through the regions varied terrain, this is a chance to get off the beaten track and enjoy the freedom of exploring on two wheels.FOUR DAYS, A WORLD OF SCENERYFrom the rolling countryside around Tavira to the rugged hills of the interior, the landscapes keep changing as you ride west. Wind through rural farmland, climb into the mountains and follow the coast towards Sagres, with a fresh perspective around every corner.A TASTE OF PORTUGALGreat riding deserves great food and the Algarve delivers on both. Refuel with delicious local cuisine, fresh regional produce and the simple pleasures of Portuguese hospitality. Our trip offers plenty of opportunities to savour the flavours of the region along the way.FROM THE HILLS TO THE ATLANTICRide deep into the Algarves mountainous interior before heading towards the wild Atlantic coast, where the landscape becomes increasingly rugged and dramatic. The final run to Sagres takes you via Cape St Vincent, the southwestern tip of mainland Europe, for a memorable finish to four days of adventure.KNOW BEFORE YOU GOAccommodationWell stay in a mixture of local style hotels. You can choose between a private single room (limited availablity), shared twin (2 beds) or shared double (1 bed) room. All of our accommodation is hand picked and we have selected some really special places.Bike & Tyre ChoiceA gravel bike with some sort of suspension (fork or stem for example) on 45mm tyres is recommended. You can also opt for 650b wheels with wider tyres. Alternatively, a hardtail MTB is another great choice.FoodOmani cuisine is richly influenced by Indian food. Rice and chicken can be found at every corner, as well as paratha and Dal (lentils). Fresh (local) fruit and dates are our go-to snacks. Some vegetarian options are available, especially in the hotels but the country is geared towards meat, chicken and fish. weatherWe choose time of year for our trips to coincide with the best riding weather. Temperatures should be in the mid 20s during the day with cooler evenings, dropping as low as 13 degrees. Make sure you pack a windproof jacket for early morning and descending. TerrainWe will find coarse gravel mixed in with rocks, dry riverbeds, water crossings and some perfect asphalt roads. The rugged off-road terrain beckons adventurous cyclists to explore the unique beauty of Omans mountains. Roads are wide and designed for offroad driving but can be steep at times too. We take the quiet roads off the beaten track as much as possible. Our trip leads us through the Hajar Mountains hence the amount of elevation we gain on our rides. Some days we climb mountains to the top, but even on days that we dont we will find our challenges on hilly terrain. The perfect destination for those gravel riders on the look-out for true adventure!6 UNMISSABLE HIGHLIGHTS IN OMANNUMBER OneJebel Shams (grand canyon)Towering an impressive canyon this mountain is the highest point in Oman (3009m above sea-level). The canyon can be explored from the top as well as in the valley. The balcony hike, leading the visitor along the edges of the canyon is very popular among tourists and locals alike. The name means Mountain of the Sun since it is the first part on the Arabic Peninsula to receive light each day.NUMBER TWOWadi Bani Awf (Snake Canyon)This beautiful wadi runs down the Northern slopes of Jebel Shams and hosts many adventures. Most known for canyoning through Snake Canyon there are numerous hiking trails, climbing walls and other activities that attract many adventurers to Oman yearly. Breathtaking rock-formations and steep mountains all around make this the favourite place to cycle for our local guide.number threeAl HamraA wide stretched are of palm trees, mixed in with mango trees and crops on the surface level show the inventive way in which Omani have farmed their lands for many years. The Falaj system is on the world heritage list by Unesco and is used to bring water from the mountains to the town and has been a constant source of life. Being in Al Hamra gives you a greater understanding of how people have thrived in these lands by using what they had resoursefully.Number FourNizwaFormer capital of the internal lands and still very influential in the religious spheres. In the winter season very popular among tourists and mostly famous for its fort, markets and in particular the weekly cattle market. Roaming around through this town at night brings modernity and ancient history into a beautiful mix. The markets are home to many local delicacies and art. Number fiveBeautiful mountains and wadisRecently Oman is being discovered as an adventure destination. The Hajar Mountains and the numerous wadis that run down its slopes are incredible places to explore. We cycle through many different wadis that all have their own character. Breathtaking views and lush pools of water are around the corner for those that dare to venture inside the Hajar Mountains. There is a reason that the slogan used by the Ministry of Tourism is #beautyhasanaddressNumber sixBilad SaytA hidden mountain village on the Northeast slopes of Jebel Shams. Its clustered mud-and-stone houses are unique and still inhabited by locals. By using underground water sources people have been able to farm many different kinds of crops in this barren land for centuries. Located beautifully at the base of steep cliffs it is a must-see highlight on our tour.STAGE DETAILSSTAGE ONE: TAVIRA LOOPRoute Summary:We kick things off with a fantastic introductory ride from Tavira, heading east towards Vila Real de Santo Antnio, right on the Spanish border. The relatively flat route takes us along the coast and through the spectacular salt flats around Castro Marim, where the landscape is particularly striking after the summer months. Its a beautiful way to ease into the adventure, with plenty of time to soak up the scenery and get a feel for the Algarve beyond its beaches.Ride Distance: 70km Ride Elevation: 600m % Off Road: 65%STAGE TWO: TAVIRA TO BENAFIM OR OLHOS DE AGUARoute Summary:Today we head inland, leaving the coast behind as we venture into the quieter, wilder side of the Algarve. Expect a challenging day in the saddle, with fantastic gravel tracks winding through the countryside, rewarding climbs and breathtaking views that stretch back towards the sea. Its a chance to discover the regions rural heart, where peaceful trails and wideopen landscapes make every kilometre worthwhile.Ride Distance: 88km Ride Elevation: 1700m % Off Road: 55%STAGE THREE: BENAFIM OR OLHOS DE AGUA TO MONCHIQUERoute Summary:Our journey continues west into the Algarves mountainous interior, where the terrain becomes more rugged and the landscapes increasingly dramatic. A day of remote gravel tracks, rolling hills and rewarding climbs takes us deeper into the countryside, with beautiful views across the regions reservoirs, forests and sparsely populated hillsides. As we approach Monchique, the scenery changes once again, setting the scene for a memorable evening in this picturesque mountain region.Ride Distance: 80km Ride Elevation: 1200m % Off Road: 55%STAGE FOUR: MONCHIQUE TO SAGRESRoute Summary:Our final stage takes us from the rolling hills of the Algarves mountainous interior towards the rugged Atlantic coastline, riding a mix of gravel tracks and quiet roads through ever-changing landscapes. The grand finale is Cape St Vincent, where towering cliffs plunge into the ocean at the southwestern tip of mainland Portugal. 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Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.Rental Bikesgetting to PORTUGALFly Into/out:Faro (FAO)Flights From:There are regular flightsoperated by British Airways, Ryanair and Easyjet.Transfer Times: Transfer times will be released soon.Note: transfer times are subject to change should flight times change. Final times will be confirmed and sent to you a month before your tripAccommodation & MealsThe hotels in Slovenia are a good standard. We stay in a mix of superior 3* and 4* hotels. Choose between a single, shared twin or double room. You can add your preferred room mate in the booking notes.In Kranjska Gora & Bohinj the hotels overlook the mountains & lake. Our hotel in Lipica is world famous for its white horses and we finish overlooking the Adriatic. Luggage is transferred from hotel to hotel & bike boxes are transferred from Bled to Portoroz on the first afternoon.Evening meals are buffets with pasta, salads, meat & vegetables. Lunches at feed stops are local restaurants as we try some of the local delicacies. Vegan, gluten free and other dietary options are available.packing listCycling KitBibs/shorts | Jerseys/tops (consider LS t-shirts for cooler temperatures)Gilet | Waterproof jacket | Arm and leg warmersCycling shoes | Socks | MittsHelmet | Sunglasses2 bottles | Chamois cream | Sun creamGPS device with handle bar mountBike Spares2 x inner tubes suitable for the size of your tyreSpare tyre | Tyre levers1 x puncture repair kit (if running a tubeless set up, have a tubeless repair kit including plugs and spare sealant)Multitool | Chain link specific for your bike chain | Lube | Brake padsSpare rear mech hanger for your bikeSmall pump | Rear light | 2 Bottle cagesSpare batteries/charging cables for lightsPersonal Medical Kit1 x crepe roll bandage | Gauze or similar absorbent dressingSmall set of scissors | Tweezers | Pain Killers (paracetamol) | ImodiumSteri-Strips | Antiseptic (spray, cream or wipes)Assorted plasters | Rubber gloves | Prescribed medicationMust Pack ItemsPower bank | Head torch | Flip flops | Swimming kit | Shower gel | Hydration & Personal energy barsHotels & MealsAccommodation: Well stay in a mixture of local hotels. You can choose between a private single room (limited availablity), shared twin (2 beds) or shared double (1 bed) room. All of our accommodation is hand picked and we have selected some really special places.We stay at:Tavira AP Maria Nova (2 nights)Benafim Hotel RuralMonchique Hotel MonchiqueSagres Memmo BalleeiraMeals 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches on the road, 5 dinners are included in the package. Drinks with lunch & dinner are excludedDATES & PRICESSTARTFINISHSINGLE ROOMTWIN/DOUBLE ROOMDEPOSITSunday 11th January 2026Saturday 17th January 202624992199pP399pp BOOK NOWWednesday 6 October 2027Monday 11 October 20271999PP1699PP399PPBOOK NOWMonday 24 Nov 2025Saturday 29 Nov 202519991699pp399pp BOOK NOWSaturday 13 July 2024Friday 26 July 2024775775775BOOK NOWDATES & PRICESSun 11 Jan 2026Saturday 17 Jan 2026Single2499Twin2199ppDeposit399pp BOOK NOWMon 25 Jan 2027Sun 31 Jan 2027Single2549Twin2249Deposit399 REGISTER INTERESTSaturday 13 July 2024Friday 26 July 2024775775775BOOK NOWFAQsHOW DO I GET TO FARO?There are regular direct flightsoperated by British Airways, Ryanair and Easyjet, just to name a few.WHAT TIME ARE THE AIRPORT TRANSFERS?Transfer times will be released soon.Note: transfer times are subject to change should flight times change. Final times will be confirmed and sent to you a month before your trip.WHAT'S THE WEATHER LIKE IN PORTUGAL IN OCTOBER ?We ride in various different parts Portugal, with temperatures in the mid 20s during the day, falling as low at 13-15C in the evenings.DO I NEED A VISA?British citizens do not require a visa to enter Portugal.DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?Travel insurance is compulsory for our trips, and you are required to provide us with your policy information before departing. Its worth checking your policy, asnot all insurance covers cycling abroad, emergency medical treatment or your bike. We recommend it includes cancellation insurance, should you be unable to join the trip for specific reasons such as illness.Thats why weve partnered with Bikmo to offer a 10% discount* on their travel insurance, and offer a 5% discount* on their comprehensive cycle insurance. 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