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Bicycles on Culebra

Author: Nancy S (---.twcny.res.rr.com)
Date: 11-26-08 08:09

I've never been to Culebra (although I spent a week in Puerto Rico a few years back), but can't wait to get there. Is it realistic to get around on a bicycle? I'm assuming that it is very hilly. Thanks for any advice you can share.

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Re: Bicycles on Culebra

Author: Mort (---.tampabay.res.rr.com)
Date: 11-26-08 08:54

Yes to both. It's realistic. And it's hilly. Just how realistic depends where you're staying. The island is 7x5 miles. No need to ride a bike from downtown to Flamenco, for example, because there are publicos for $2 each way.

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Re: Bicycles on Culebra

Author: Marywho (24.218.14.---)
Date: 11-28-08 08:12

Hi Nancy. The bike riding on Culebra is rugged. I actually think the ride to Flamenco from town is one of the preferable rides...from town you can ride to Melones also, though you might want to walk your bike partway on the way home. the ride to Zoni beach is hard going...many serious hills and almost no shade. Other might disagree, but I think fat tires are way over-rated for Culebra's terrain..you want a lightweight bike with thin tires, and always be looking for thorny sticks and branches along the road. Wear a hat!

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Re: Bicycles on Culebra

Author: Culebra MJ (---.prtc.net)
Date: 12-04-08 17:33

I hear comments from bike riders ALL of the time (sitting at the cart where a lot of them come by) and it really is just about what your stamina and experience are (not what you think or hope they are, but what they really are).

Some say, Oh, GREAT ride!!! Others decide to turn in the bike to rent a scooter or car. And every permutation in between. I just say, got water? Got sunscreen? Got a hat? Go for it then!

Worse case, you walk the bike. Best case, you love the views from the hilltops and the downhill cruisy parts!

Save What's Left!

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Re: Bicycles on Culebra

Author: richard (---.hsd1.dc.comcast.net)
Date: 12-05-08 02:46

there you go again, MJ - voice of reason. sheesh.

one of my recurring dreams occurs in a valley on the way back from Zoni (not on the way in this scenario, but on the way back) under that crumbly house up hill on the left. stranded.

I also have a similar dream where Michigan Ave in Chicago is suddenly woody and perilously steep - so go figure...

town to Flamenco - no problems bike-wise.

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Re: Bicycles on Culebra

Author: Jeannie G3 (---.asm.bellsouth.net)
Date: 12-05-08 19:50

Hola! We tried to bike from the place we were staying, Casita Tropical to Flamingo Beach. We ended up tying up the bikes mid way and taking a publico. We did however bike to the colmados, to town and everywhere in between and yes, lots of walking. Did I mention it was in the heat of July. It was fun though, we're still talking about our adventures. If you're fit, go for it, if not take a publico or rent a car and try to give others a ride. Be green! Happy travels! J

supergarcia3

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