Summary

Despite the less-than-ideal preparation in the few weeks building up to the trip and a few big hurdles to overcome during my time in Italy the trip was a success and I loved it. Aside from me feeling of accomplishment from completing the Elbaman/cycling to Turin/Turin Marathon I had discovered some beautiful places off the beaten track that I would have never seen had I not have taken on the cycle. My mental strength has improved, I have learnt more about myself and hence my appetite for cycling around the world has increased again. Thanks again to Ben/Colm and the guys at Reading Bicycle Kitchen for helping with the pre-trip move, the woman at the bar, the guy at the hotel in Alba and all the people that made Elbaman and Turin Marathon a success. I've got more trips planned for 2016 so keep your eyes out for the next blog...