La Ruta Mala: Exploring Cuba by bike is one of the most popular ways to see that country. But most riders tend to stick to a few well-worn and popular road routes on their cycling adventure. In this video though,
we set out on a bikepacking excursion across a tough 1400 km (870 mile) backcountry trail that will test the rider’s strength and determination at regular intervals. Those who do embark on the ride will be treated to a Cuban encounter that few visitors ever get the chance to experience, and as you’ll see in the clip, it looks like it’s worth the effort.
Kraig is an outdoor and adventure travel writer based in Nashville, TN. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to numerous online and print outlets, including Popular Mechanics, Gear Junkie, Outside Online, National Geographic, Digital Trends, Business Insider, TripSavvy, about.com, and of course The Adventure Blog.
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