This is the start of my journey — cycling 1,000km from Ireland to Varese, Italy, for my friends’ wedding. I met Luca and Francesca on the Camino last year, and when they invited me to their big day, I knew I had to get there in a way that matched the spirit of how we met.
No flights, no shortcuts just my Dawles Galaxy touring bike, my tent, and a packed suit.
Right now I’m in Reading, England, about to begin the long ride south along parts of the Euro Velo network and through some of the most scenic (and hilly) parts of Europe. im really looking foreword to Switzerland !!!
I’ll be camping most nights, travelling solo, and documenting the real highs and lows of long-distance bike touring.
This journey isn’t about speed — it’s about doing something meaningful, slow, and completely personal. I’ll be sharing moments from the road, from campsite struggles to unexpected kindness, and everything in between. If you’re into bikepacking, raw solo travel, or just seeing how far a bit of stubbornness can take someone, you’re in the right place.
Follow along as I ride through England, France, Switzerland, and into Italy — one pedal stroke at a time.
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For the next month, I’m cycling 1,000 kilometers to a friend’s wedding in northern Italy. Last summer, I met Luca and Francesca while walking the Camino de to Santiago. And on this trip, Luca proposed. I wanted to stay true to my adventurous roots and to make it there in a unique way. So, as always, let’s go.
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Would you cycle 1,000km for a wedding… or just send a gift? 💬👇
You can ride me to Italy any day of the week Oats 😉😉😉😉