Aside from another painful run, I thought about preparing for my bike trip today, but then I remembered that I never prepare for anything. So I’m just going to do a solo bike ride from London to Ibiza and not worry about it.
That may sound crazy but only because bikers, or should I say cyclists, enjoy getting all geared up like they’re on the Tour de France or going to make a moon landing. I remember being in a bike store once and telling them I was going to take a bike trip through New England for a few days (200 miles/ 300k). They asked me what kind of support I’d have. What? Like a couple F14’s in case I need an airstrike?
When my friend invited me to bike to Chicago with him, I didn’t decide to go till the night before. For my gear I used some baskets I’d bought at a flea market and attached them with some twisty ties and duct tape.
I don't normally pack so much, but it was barbecue night.
Now I’m not against some level of preparedness. Lights are great and I never ride without my helmet, but that said, far too many trips are put off or never happen because of a perceived need for more preparation. In the end we’re a lot stronger than we think and need much less than we imagine. Believe it.
Aut Viam Inveniam Aut Faciam
I will either find a way or make one
-Hannibal crossing the Alps
