Join me in this exhilarating episode of RIDE WITH ME, the ASMR cycling podcast, as we venture into the heart of Montseny, Catalonia's picturesque massif boasting the highest peaks south of the Pyrenees. Brace yourself for a 30-kilometer epic descent from the towering Turó de L'Home at 1700m down to the charming city of Sant Celoni at 200m elevation. This cycling odyssey promises tight switchbacks, breathtaking vistas, and a journey through the natural wonders that define Montseny. Immerse yourse...
Oct 09, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The first stage of the 2023 La Vuelta was a controversial one. The Team Time Trial was planned to take place at the end of the day so that the 40 degree summer heat of Spain wouldn't be so strong. While for weeks Barcelona enjoyed perfect sunny days that only went down after nine o clock, as luck would have, this opening stage coincided with the first storm in months. Soon, what was an enjoyable end of the evening opening stage became a soaking wet, dark stage with little illumination and thunde...
Oct 02, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 10
The Kenda Open Cup brands itself as being an authentic MTB race that mixes in insane gradients through dirt and rocky climbs together with single tracks and some more technical descents. The races are held in different locations throughout the south of Minas Gerais and is a great way to see some of the most beautiful scenery in Brazil. This episode was recorded in the 2nd stage of the Kenda Open Cup. The route went through the mountains, farms and roads of the city of Bueno Brandão. And a specia...
Jun 07, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Quilombo is the name of the settlements that escaped slaves founded throughout Brazil mostly during the 17th to the 19th century. We start at the city of Indaiatuba and we'll cycle through roads and dirt paths towards Itupeva. Our objective for the ride is to visit the former Quilombo that was created 200 years ago by the escaped slaves of the many farms from the region. The location was chosen because it was upstream of the Jundiaí river and also for the abundance of fruits in the flora. Today,...
May 22, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
The road Zeferino Vaz starts at the city of Campinas, in the state of São Paulo Brazil. Good tarmac and wide shoulders made it into a big playground for cyclists at the 7 cities that this road connects. Named after the founder of the University of Campinas (one of the most important in South America), in its 80km of extension Zeferino Vaz brings hundreds of cyclists that use the road everyday to commute and train with their road, mountain and time trial bikes. With it's booming popularity, over ...
May 15, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Today's episode of RIDE WITH ME takes us to southeast Brazil to the countryside of São Paulo. It's almost noon and a high and hot sun burns down on the powder like dirt that goes deep in between the sugar cane plantations of the city of Engenheiro Coelho. Luckily, as it's right before they are milled, the sugar canes are tall enough to give a little bit of shade if you ride next to them. Riding through this route we'll cross a variety of plantations with also animals such as horses, cows, birds,...
May 08, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode of RIDE WITH ME, we'll ride from Platja de Aro to Girona, climbing the Coll de la Ganga and Els Angels, and stopping at the popular cycling hangout, Fabrica Café. As we pedal through the picturesque landscapes of L'empordá, you'll be immersed in the soothing sounds of nature, with the chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves creating a peaceful and calming soundscape. To fully experience this sensory journey, put on your headphones and join us as we RIDE WITH ME through the b...
May 01, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode of RIDE WITH ME, we embark on a scenic cycling journey along the Costa Brava, a stunning stretch of coastline in northeastern Spain. Our adventure begins in the charming town of Tossa de Mar, where we ride along the rocky coastlines and take in the breathtaking views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea and rugged cliffs and culminates in the picturesque village of Sant Feliu de Guixols, where we ride through lush pine forests and scenic vineyards, surrounded by the fragrant scents...
Apr 24, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 4
It's a crisp winter morning with strong winds and a constant drizzle of rain. Leaving the cobbled streets and colorful buildings of Girona behind, we head towards the rolling hills of the Catalan countryside. Along the way, we'll pass through charming villages and paved farm roads before making our way up into the majestic Massís de Cadiretes. As we ascend through the winding roads the wind get's stronger, and the views become even more breathtaking as we reach the summit taking in the stunning ...
Apr 17, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Venturing down to the Valley of Hinnom, which means "hell" we circle the old city of Jerusalem riding north between the Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives. Amid tombs, ruins and archeological site, the history of over 3,000 years is palpable. A short climb to the top of Mount Scopus to is followed by a long descent to cross the Sorek River. Heading over to the Hareh Yehudah National Park white flowers stick to the helmet as the wind blows through the blossoming Almond trees. Equipment used: Wi...
Apr 10, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 2
It's a Friday afternoon as we leave through a cycle path constructed on top of the original Jaffa–Jerusalem railway. Heading down we'll cross the 2km En Kerem Bike tunnel before catching a gravel path that serpents it's way up the mountain. As the birds chirp in this late winter day, gusts of wind hits us as we descend back to Jerusalem while the city unwinds for the weekend. Equipment used: Winspace G2 frame NEWMEN Evolution SL X.R.25 wheels with Tufo Thundero 700x44 tires Mullet SRAM RIVAL AXS...
Apr 03, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 1
