Exhausted but fueled by a solid breakfast, I set off from Norway with a buckling leg and a tailwind that felt like a parting gift. The ride to Muonio flew by, with the sun on my face, wind at my back, and a newfound energy. Maybe it was the promise of warmer climates, or maybe it was just the relief of leaving the worst cold behind.

Fighting through rivers, snow, and knee-deep mud, I lost a tripod but gained a new respect for survival. The final stretch to the road was the hardest 10km of my life.

A brutal climb through snow and mud pushed me to my limits, forcing me to camp in a desperate bid to avoid freezing. The mountain tested everything I had.

Day 2 brought a tailwind and sunlight that never faded. The kilometers passed quickly, fueled by coffee, waffles, and the need to stay warm.

Gear I’m packing for a 7000km bike ride, and the pitfalls I’m trying to avoid.

I’m biking 7,000+ km from Norway to Spain to slow down and break the rhythm of everyday life. Follow the journey for updates, photos, and the story behind the adventure.