Davide Travelli

11/5/2023 - Day 1538+651 Over four months, countless kilometres, innumerable faces, and one unforgettable Moroccan journey. The landscapes have been stunning, yet it's the heart of the people that leaves the deepest imprint. Language barriers were transcended, religion became a meeting point rather than a divide, and every stranger was a friend yet to be made. To every soul I encountered, thank you for your kindness, your patience, your unreserved hospitality. In a special corner of my gratitude is a salute to the police officer in Nador, for his kindness and empathy, helping me navigate my way out despite overstaying my visa. Morocco, you have been a revelation, a testament to human goodness. Shukran, until we meet again. P.S. The endless journey continues: I took a ferry back to Almeria. #Morocco #BikeLife #BikePacking #adventure #biking #biketour #cicloturismo #instabike #wanderlust #travelbybike #cycling #bikewander #mtblife #maps #map #gravel

26/6/2023 - Day 1538+697 Deja vu in the Gorafe desert! It's rare for me to tread (or pedal) the same paths twice on this journey, but Andalusia is a special exception. It felt like a trip down memory lane, knowing every twist and turn ahead. If you take a deep dive into my posts from last September, you might spot some eerily familiar scenes – only with last year's vegetation having a bit more of a parched look. Here's to the places that draw us back! ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #adventure #bike #bikeporn #biking #biketour #biketouring #cicloturismo #cycletouring #cycling #mtb #mtblife #gravel

26/6/2023 - Day 1538+697 Navigating the landscape, I stumbled upon a sign detailing the resilience of the Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis) in this eroded gypsum-free terrain. It's touted as the region's only "natural forest" a "pre-steppe," a transitional terrain between forest and semi-desert. Here, trees stand on the brink of their endurance. Seeds seldom find fertile ground, and few sproutlings mature into trees. Even the clays pose challenges, compact and hard to root, leading to many trees eventually toppling under their own weight. The mark "Project initiated in August 2020" raises eyebrows. Observing the pattern and placement, the trees seemed more planted than naturally grown. A testament to man's intervention, perhaps? ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #intothewild #explore #outdoors #getoutside #desert #desertlife #flora #desertplants

26/6/2023 - Day 1538+697 Starting my day weaving through Gorafe's captivating desert trails feels like a dream. These familiar paths from last summer beckon, reminding me of previous adventures. Despite the scorching heat and scarce water, the thrill of this journey shines bright. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #adventure #bici #bike #bikeporn #biking #biketour #biketouring #cicloturismo #cycleporn #cycletouring #instabike #wanderlust #cicloviaggio #cycling #bikewander #mtb #mtblife #intothewild #explore #outdoors #getoutside #cyclingshots #gravelride #gravel

26/6/2023 - Day 1538+697 As dawn breaks in Gorafe, I gaze upon the luxurious glass house across the hill, designed for stargazing. Yet, nestled in my modest tent, I can't help but feel that my scrappy traveller's night was truly priceless. The contrast is striking, but adventure has its own luxury. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #adventure #biketour #biketouring #cicloturismo #outdoors #homeiswhereyoustakeit #msrgear #camping #wildcamping #campinglife #wilderness #camplife

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Under the blanket of the Gorafe night sky, I found myself awakened at an odd hour. To my astonishment, the Milky Way sprawled above my tent, a celestial masterpiece. I grabbed my camera, hoping to encapsulate this moment. While my photo may not be perfect, it's raw and real, untouched by the artifices of AI. Just nature and me, sharing an intimate cosmic moment. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #astrophotography #homeiswhereyoustakeit #msrgear #camping #wildcamping #campinglife #wilderness

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 As the sun dips low, the shadows stretch across the vast expanse of the Gorafe desert. Each contour and rocky outcrop is painted with a golden hue, signalling the day's end in this mesmerizing landscape ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #landscape #nature #naturephotography #naturephotography #landscapephoto #landscapelovers #roadslikethese #roadslikethis #trail #dirtroad #desert

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Perched high above, the quaint village of Gorafe sprawls below – just as I remember it from last year. But this trip brought me closer, meandering through its narrow lanes and cooking up tortellini in the heart of the main square, right by the trusty fountain. Memories anew in familiar terrains. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #landscape #rural #naturephotograph #landscapephoto #landscapelovers #desert #andalusia

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Embracing the iconic vistas of the Gorafe Desert. The Badlands route affords me another chance to pedal through this mesmerizing landscape, almost a year after my first visit. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #landscape #nature #naturephotography #landscapephoto #landscape_lover #desert

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Discordancia Angular de Gorafe - The Angular Discordance of Gorafe is a geological wonder where various layers of rock, laid down over millions of years, meet at contrasting angles. This breathtaking formation clearly displays distinct eras of sedimentation, each telling a different chapter of Earth's history, as they converge and diverge near Gorafe. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #landscape #nature #naturephotography #naturephotography #landscapephoto #landscape_lover #geology

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Stopped at this solitary church amidst vast nothingness for a morning bite, but alas, no water in sight. The journey always keeps you guessing! ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #adventure #bike #biking #biketour #biketouring #cicloturismo #mtblife #church

25/6/2023 - Day 1538+696 Morning light filters over my camp, casting a warm glow on my near-naked bike and tent. Atop, my @cumulus_outdoor Quilt airs out, soaking up the sun's rays after a night's rest. Another day on the road awaits. ⠀ #Spain #BikeLife #BikePacking #Badlands #homeiswhereyoustakeit #msrgear #camping #wildcamping #campinglife #cumulus_outdoor