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Monday, 25 April 2011

Italia 2011/// day 10, middle of nowhere to santa lucia

Met with some local riders who showed us the way to our night stop, grazie Mille per la vostra aiuto.
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6 comments:

  1. ciao !!! รจ stato un piacere incontrarvi !!! see you soon !!!

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  2. A great way of travelling trough Italy.
    I am Luca, one of the cyclists of Cassino, the tall one.
    I promise you some question.
    Here is the first one:
    What is the baggage fot a travel like this?
    I think toothbrush, some money,razors etc etc but i haven't a clear idea.
    Ciao ragazzi, siete grandi!

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  3. I'll send over the list of stuff when we get back, no probes. Also tried to correct the spelling, but will need to wait too, need to get to a proper machine.

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  5. HI guys, hope you're all well and watching the Giro,
    As promised, here's the list of the stuff we planned for the route,
    hop this helps.. If ever you decide to visit the UK by bike, let us know
    and we'll help you, although I would suggest extra water proofs.


    Individually:


    Cycle short x 2
    Optional rainproof leggins
    Jerseys x 2
    1 pair Leg warmers
    Thermal top/arm warmers x1
    Rain jacket/wind jacket
    Socks x 2/3
    Helmet
    Hat
    Gloves (summer recommended) x1
    Rain proof cycle foot cover
    Tyre levers Cycling Shoes
    Other shoes
    Flip flops?
    Micro towel (never used it)
    Bike bag, for storage on plane
    Bike rack with bags
    Pants 2-3 pairs
    T-shirts 2-3
    Socks 3-4 pairs
    Jumper (could recommend a warmer cycle jacket for alpes as well as evening..)
    Trousers?
    Shorts(swim shorts)
    2 Water bottles
    Bike lights
    Maps
    Phone and charger
    Camera and charger
    Plug adapter
    Toothpaste / brush
    Small amount of washing powder
    Small amout of shower gel (could get one and share..)
    Small deodorant(could get one and share..)
    Money
    Passport
    Insurance
    Hotel booking details
    Energy bars (can restock on the way..)
    Water mineral pills
    Cycling glasses
    Picture of virgin mary


    Between us!

    Pump x2
    Puncher repair kit x2
    Inner tubes x10 (2 each and we can easily stock up on the way and this allows to borrow each other
    in case of a bad day.. )
    Tyre levers x2
    Chain tool x2
    Alen keys x2
    Screw driver x2
    Wrench for pedals x2
    Bike lock?? (x2 between us) or 1 lock and a couple of metal ropes
    Cream to protect bum
    A spedometer
    1 medi kit
    Flat pack tyres x5 (1 each)

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  6. Hi guys! Before all, thx for the precious list. I am sorry i am so late. We are planning a cycle- tour of Abruzzo for this summer too. I hope it will be just a first little step. My real plan is to make a long trip abroad, riding our bikes, just like you,as soon as possible.
    You are been a source of inspiration.
    Thx again for the list!

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