Timeline
Big Vern went for a bike ride
October 1, 2025
Following the cycle path to 16700 Ruffec
Beautiful Autumn day. Slow at times due to poor track, I’ll stick to the roads around here. I tried to put the Chateau at Saveille on my knee but I wasn’t wearing my glasses 😂😎
Time
4h15m
Distance
47.5km
Speed
13.4km/h
Ascent
380m
Descent
390m
Big Vern went for a bike ride
April 17, 2025
Final stage (and return) of the Camino Francés from StJean PdP to Santiago de Compostela. 1600km, 8 high passes
Due to the removal of a spinal cord tumour, and additional damage in my neck and lower back, I am classified as 80% disabled. I had dispensation from the Pilgrim’s Office at SdC to use an assisted trike (no balance, use of cane/s, catheters etc) to finally finish the last…
Time
9h34m
Distance
90.0km
Speed
9.4km/h
Ascent
1,550m
Descent
1,550m