In preparation of our cycle tour to/around Italy (nothing's set in stone yet)
We had a service done on our bikes and took them out on a spin to the city and back. Around 30 Kilometers in total.
We realised on our first early morning ride through the forest nearby that we are completely out of shape and need to get fit before we even attempt to cycle long distance on a daily basis.
The weather was dry although not really warm for a summers day and the new jacket and gloves came in handy.
It actually went pretty well and I started to enjoy being in the saddle again.
Munich is a very cycle friendly city with plenty of tracks that get you everywhere, most of the time faster than with a car in jammed traffic. We chose a route that would lead us along the Isar river past the Munich Zoo and away from roads and car traffic.
When we arrived in the city we were looking for a nice Café to reward ourselves with coffee and cake. We found a nice looking one in the Klenzestraße and enjoyed the break.
The way back seemed a lot longer and harder not only because there were some steep passages but also because our legs were already aching.
I guess we need a lot more training before we go on our trip.
Well tomorrow we are gonna fly to Amsterdam and as this is the city of bicycles we will gonna rent some there and continue our training. Riding from coffee shop to coffee shop :)
