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Posted by on May 31, 2013 in cycling and bike pics, miscellaneous | 0 comments

Garibaldi and his “mille”, a ride to the Pianto Romano near Calatafimi

Garibaldi and his “mille”, a ride to the Pianto Romano near Calatafimi

I love riding my bike in the area near Segesta, but even though I’ve been there countless times, there are still some roads left to discover. So yesterday I decided to go in the direction of Segesta and explore a new route. I took the SS113 in the direction of Trapani and crossed the railroad close to the train station of Calatafimi – Segesta : and followed the road in the direction of Calatafimi. I passed Calatafimi and turned left on the SS188. This road (5.6% average with max. 10/11% gradients) leads through the hilly countryside with many vineyards to the small village of Vita. When in Vita, there are several options to go back in the direction of Calatafimi. I chose the SP61, which is a smaller country road (asphalted though). On the descent you can see the town of Calatafimi in the distance: The SP61 leads to the Pianto Romano, a hill where on May 15th 1860 a great battle between Garibaldi and his “mille” (Resistance Army)...

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Posted by on May 27, 2013 in bikes, gear and gadgets, cycling and bike pics | 0 comments

The most famous lawn in Sicily!

The most famous lawn in Sicily!

So you have decided to organize the Giro dello Scorpione, Sicily edition 2014 and you have a little bit of time on your hands. What would be a nice way to promote this upcoming cycling event? I took the lawnmower and a grass hand trimmer, went to my garden and this is what I came up with… Before: and after: It got picked up by Castelli Cycling and posted on Facebook, Instagram and on Tumblr. After circulating for several weeks on the internet I can now safely say that this is the most famous lawn in...

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Posted by on May 15, 2013 in cycling and bike pics | 0 comments

Bike ride near Terrasini (PA) in March 2013

Bike ride near Terrasini (PA) in March 2013

I decided to go and do the L5 ride on again a lovely sunny day in March this year. Not the best day to set a personal record: there are two railroad crossings, one in Trappeto and one near Terrasini (see photo) and I had to wait at both for the train to pass. The spectators clearly weren’t impressed with my efforts on the bike, so they went on with their...

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Posted by on May 15, 2013 in cycling and bike pics | 0 comments

On my favorite climb, near Carini (PA)

On my favorite climb, near Carini (PA)

The climb near the town of Carini (PA) is one of my favorites: not because of the level of difficulty (it’s mostly 5 – 7%), but because of the route itself: you start near the town, ride to the castle in the “centro storico” of Carini and then follow for Montelepre. During the climb you have some great views of the town and the sea. This is a ride a do a lot as a cycling guide (see route L5 on the on-Sicily website), because halfway on the descent you’ll have the choice to either turn right and go home (following the route) or go straight ahead and do another climb (see route L6 on the on-Sicily website). Then near Ponte di Sagana (PA) you can either go back or go left and follow route...

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Posted by on May 15, 2013 in cycling and bike pics | 0 comments

Bike ride to Piana degli Albanesi

Bike ride to Piana degli Albanesi

Since the end of 2012 I’m taking lots of pictures during bike rides, but I have been working on this blog for only a few days now. So I have some catching up to do! This photo was taken on a bike ride from Balestrate to Piana deglia Albanesi (wiki / google maps). It’s a nice ride with a not so steep climb (max around 7%) starting near Lago Poma and through the town of San Giuseppe Jato. Before arriving at the town of Piana deglia Albanesi you’ll pass the monument at Portella della Ginestra (google maps). On May 1, 1947, 11 people were killed and 27 wounded during May Day celebrations. Although the bandit Salvatore Giuliano was held responsible, many believe he was set up. If you want to know more about this tragic event, read...

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