Crackle said:Do you know what kind of daily mileage you will do, how much you'll be carrying i.e B&B or camping. When are you going and do you have a budget for a new bike?
No idea, most I've ever done on a bike before is about 16 miles in one day. Don't know how much I'll be carrying but camping is likely. Planning on staying with family and friends too and also a bit of couchsurfing. I know it seems a bit ridiculous to just up and go without any real plans but that's exactly what appeals about it.
Will be going once my exams are over, so from the end of June. I have until end of September. I don't really have a budget but I do have some money saved up so could buy a new bike if necessary.
I decided to get that other freecycle bike by the way - will be good for practise, if nothing else.
I exercise regularly, as I've mentioned, so overall my fitness isn't that bad.