I like riding alone. It\u2019s a habit that brings me calm, clarity, and a sense of balance that\u2019s hard to find amid the noise of everyday life. I\u2019ve already shared some of those benefits in this \ud83d\udc49 Deriva<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n Traveling alone gives me peace. I can move at my own pace, without distractions, without having to negotiate anything. If I feel like stopping, I stop. If I\u2019m hungry, I eat. If my body asks for rest, I set up camp. It\u2019s the most honest way I know to discover how the world moves: by observing, adapting, letting myself be surprised. With an open mind, I blend into my surroundings and allow every sensation to flow through me, making the experience more immersive, more authentic. <\/span><\/p>\n But I also like stepping out of my comfort zone. Over the years, I\u2019ve come to understand that discomfort always carries some hidden benefit. It keeps you alert, makes you more aware of your surroundings, and teaches you to find joy even in the unexpected. <\/span><\/p>\n That\u2019s why I accepted Javi Castillo\u2019s invitation: to join him in discovering, on two wheels, a small piece of his world alongside a group of strangers who shared the same outlook (the simple pleasure of pedaling through nature). Each of us brought our own perspective, and that made the experience even richer. Learning to see through someone else\u2019s eyes expands the way you look at things; it adds nuance, depth, perspective. <\/span><\/p>\n The Montsec Bikepacking Loop<\/a> was created to showcase the wonders of the Montsec mountains, just as Deriva Lenta Slowbiking<\/a> seeks to unveil the hidden secrets of the Maestrazgo.<\/span><\/p>\n That weekend we headed to Fonz to ride a short two-day loop with one overnight. The route crossed the Sierra de la Carrodilla and, as Javi writes in his chronicle<\/a>: <\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThe stones of the Montsec constantly reminded us that we were riding through demanding terrain, but the wild beauty of the landscape and the spectacular views made every pedal stroke worthwhile. The recent rains had turned the surroundings into a lush green paradise, offering breathtaking vistas around every bend.\u201d <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n I couldn\u2019t be more grateful to Javi for inviting me to be part of such a beautiful experience. The Montsec Bikepacking Loop is already on my list of routes to ride, and I know that sooner or later I\u2019ll find myself wandering through it, following its drift. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n