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Packing for a cycling trip to Tenerife has a catch: on the same day you can start in the heat on the coast and arrive in the cold at 2,000 metres. Here is our list so you don't miss anything and don't carry what you don't need. Clothing: think in layers Two or three jerseys and bib shorts, so you can wash and rotate. A gilet and windproof jacket: essential for the descents and the mountains, especially from Decemb...
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When the cold arrives, many cyclists look for an island to keep riding. Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Mallorca are the three best-known destinations. All three are great, but each has its own character. Here is how they differ so you can choose the one that suits you. Tenerife: the longest climbs Mount Teide, at 3,715 metres, is the highest peak in Spain, and the road goes above 2,000 metres in Las Cañadas. That mean...
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Spring is one of the best times to come to Tenerife with your bike. Temperatures are pleasant, days are getting longer and the island is greener than ever. Here is what to expect and how to make the most of it. Ideal weather for riding Spring brings neither the summer heat nor the mountain cold of winter. On the coast it is comfortable from early morning, and on long climbs the cooler air is welcome. Even so, it c...
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When the cold starts in northern Europe, the cycling season begins in Tenerife. Autumn is an excellent time to come: the weather is still good, there are fewer people than in summer and the roads are inviting. Mild temperatures After the summer heat, autumn brings very pleasant temperatures on the coast and cool mornings in the mountains. Perfect weather for spending many hours on the bike. Quieter roads After the...
