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We took on the massive challenge of cycling all the way from London to Amsterdam in just six days! Along the route, we managed to make stops at some incredible European cities, including Ghent, Antwerp, Rotterdam, and Dunkirk.
Overall, the whole trip worked out amazingly well, though I have to admit it got off to a pretty shaky start. Right near the beginning, one of us got a nasty punctured tire, which delayed us and meant our final push into Dunkirk ended up being quite a dark and challenging ride.
Thankfully, every other day was pretty much smooth sailing from there. We did catch another flat tire in Rotterdam, but that one was super easy to deal with since it happened right as we were setting off for the morning.
Looking back, it was a fantastic, eye-opening experience. It really pushed us out of our comfort zones and encouraged us to rely on ourselves. More than anything, this journey has shown me that with the right planning, a bit of determination, and the correct equipment, being truly independent in today’s day and age is completely within reach.
