I want to train for the 145 mi. Camino de Santiago trail in Spain. I live in No. Calif. Which bike would you recommend? I have been a road cyclist for over 25 years.

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Julian M. · Accepted Answer

The trail is mostly paved, I have a Century Café Pro that would make this an easy ride

brian s. · Answer

A 29er mtb is the best bet. If you have the time, hike it instead of bike it.

Scott G. · Answer

I've mountain biked for years, but know nothing about the trail you're going to ride. The bike I bought is a good do some of anything bike. Your drive train and brakes are important. I like at least 27 speeds hydraulic disc brakes. A lock out fork for tough long rides. I lean towards sram drive train. I have found 29 tires great on trails. Your budget is going to decide what you end up with. Full suspension is my next buy. I'm trail riding a lot and go down hill fast. You will spend double for a bike in that bracket. Good tires, right bars, and saddle are huge

John Z. · Answer

Personally, any bike would do. It's your training PLAN that matters. Intervals and base miles! As for the trail itself, I prefer hard tail cross country bikes for the control & feel.

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