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Sounds like a great first day! Congratulations and tailwinds!
1 year agoSo far, my fears have far, far exceeded reality. That is a happy statement!
1 year agoJacinto tried KT tape twice, in two different patterns, based on YouTube videos. He didn’t think it helped, but has renewed interest based on your experience. I wonder if they have KT tape in Spain?
1 year agoYou made it! Sounds like a very reasonable first day, given that you’re biking out of the largest city in Spain. You should start seeing much quieter roads soon.
And you know what tartare is now so you don’t have to do that again! Things can only get better from here.
Yay you are on your way!
I have a long history of IT problems left over from when I used to run. I have found that taping it with 1 strip of KT-type tape is very helpful in reducing the stress on it. Google it for the technique. I leave the tape on for walking as well. Also-you can wrap a band above the knee just above where it hurts and it takes the hurt away for awhile. Running stores sell bands just for this but I have used an arm warmer in a pinch. Massage is helpful as well, especially cross-fiber right over the sore spot. Hope this helps if Jacinto needs it. Best wishes!
I hope all goes well!
1 year agoI’m glad things are going well for you! It’s definitely an adjustment when you are use to getting good breakfasts and other meals earlier.
1 year agoYou got this! You're off to a good start on this adventure, can't wait to see how it goes.
1 year agoWhoo hoo! You made it to Spain. I was happy to hear that everything is going smoothly so far. Have fun riding!
1 year agoGood luck! We’ll be thinking about you.
1 year agoYou mentioned tapas but they usually have larger portions if you get raciones they are larger portions. See link below.
https://piccavey.com/pintxos-montaditos-tapas-raciones/
Glad you made it!
1 year agoLooking great!
1 year agoGreat write-up! You we’re definitely focused on all the right things.
1 year ago
I bet it feels good to be back on the road and have the first day done! All downhill and tailwinds from here, right?
1 year agoPerhaps Jacinto should try the KT tape again to reduce stress on the IT band. It won't fix the problem, only extended rest will do that. But combined with a less aggressive riding style (i.e. in the saddle), it may help. And maybe some butt butter should be on his shopping list as well :)