I’m just about to head of to Spain for a 10-day cycling tour. And my camera is coming with me, of course.
I’ve been doing extra training over the last few months or so to try to get ready for the trip (which features one of the most difficult mountain climbs in Europe), so I’ve been racking up quite a few miles.
On my final ride before packing up my bike and getting ready to fly to Madrid, I noticed that my bike computer indicated I was going to cross the 3,000 mile mark in just a few miles. This, I thought, was cool. I’ve put enough miles on this bike that I could have ridden across the US.
I decided this was a photo-worthy moment. Mostly because I love preserving memories in photographs. But I don’t carry my camera when I ride (don’t want all that extra weight slowing me down, after all).
Fortunately, I had my mobile phone with me. So as I approached the 3,000 mile mark I pulled it out got it ready (which took a little more time than you might expect, considering I was going about 20mph at the time). As I hit 3,000 miles on the odometer, I snapped a photo. Memory saved.
Of course, in Spain I’m going to want a better camera with me. So I’m thinking I’ll keep my digital point-and-shoot in my jersey pocket. If only my digital SLR could fit in one of my water bottle cages…
Wow you are quite an amazing guy. And nice shot by the way.
That is so cool! Have a great bike trip in Spain. I am envious, I tell ya!
They have very good harness/straps that go around your head and shoulders that will hold your camera close to your chest. Very light, and not cumbersome. This positions your camera ready to take pictures at any time; you just grab it (even while riding). It won’t bounce or hit any bike gear. Something to consider.