In December 2023, I cycled from Granada to Valencia over 8 days on my gravel bike through some of the most beautiful landscapes I have ever seen. Stopping in small cities like Guadix, Yecla, and Xátiva and many smaller villages completing 362mi (584km) and 21,663ft (6603m) of elevation along the way.
This trip was more touring than proper bikepacking—staying hotels, hostels and apartments—regardless, it has been my most challenging and inspiring cycling endeavor so far.
I hope you enjoy following along with me through fields, forests, and mountains in Spain’s Andalusia, Murcia, and Valencian Community regions.
*ROUTES*
https://ridewithgps.com/collections/2266941?privacy_code=aZb3lESnlpPouQvtAV8lnn5qkgq7mPSI
https://www.komoot.com/collection/2535120/-cycling-across-spain-granada-to-valencia
*GEAR*
Bike: 2021 Giant Revolt 3
Wheelset: Roval Terra C
Tires: Pirelli Cinturato M / Continental Terra Trail
Saddle: ERGON SR Allroad Core Pro
Bags: Restrap Bags (saddle, snack, top tube, frame, handlebar)
Cockpit: Redshift suspension stem, PRO Discover Gravel Handlebars
Drivetrain: Shimano GRX 10sp 46/30 – 11/42
*CAMERAS*
GoPro Hero 12
DJI Air 2s Drone
*PHOTO/VIDEO/DRONE WORK*
https://www.instagram.com/ianjwhitmore
#gravel #cycling #spain #ciclismo #bikepacking #drone #gopro #cycletour
18 Comments
Day 2 looked like a dang dream. Excited to cross those same fields in person one day!
So good buddy ❤
amazing scenery
Thanks for taking us with you. No easy feat. Such a good tone. More plz.
great
Crushed it Ian. These shots are so lovely!
Such a beautiful piece!
Such an epic ride, for you and for us! Those overhead shots are unreal!!
It's so gorgeous! Congratulations on all accounts – the ride and the film
What a fantastic trip. Thank you for the film and the gps tracks
Fue un placer poder haberle atendido, espero que le gustasen las cubiertas que les puse. Saludos.
Thank you for sharing this adventure with us.
Did you had any problems to board on the AVE with a bike? I thought it was not permitted…
Thank you!
Enhorabuena Ian, espero que hayas disfrutado de mi tierra (Murcia), la próxima vez que vengas vente en primavera y vas a alucinar….
Muy bonito gracias por compartir❤
complimenti e grazie per questo bel video
Superbe
Hey, nice work, what a great trip. What did you do with your bike bag that you arrived with, out of interest? Cheers