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Old 13 May 2017
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CouchSurfing EU - Do you have a couch for a biker?

Hello all,

From June to October, I'll be riding round every country in the EU. I'm planning to camp a lot, will obviously be checking into some hostels and hotels from time to time, but I'm also planning to use the CouchSurfing website to meet-up and stay with some locals whenever possible.

It'll be a great way to learn a bit more about where I am and get some tips on places to see whist travelling - also hopefully an opportunity for me to pass on some good tips about where I've been along the way.


So, my question is, are there any HUBBers who're open to hosting a fellow biker for a night or two?


If so, it'd be great to hear from you - either drop me a private message on the HUBB or get in touch through the CouchSurfing website.

Below is a link to my route and the dates I'll be in each place. It looks quite specific but I'm keeping it flexible - there are some key places I want to see but I'm expecting to adapt the route a bit as I go - you never know what might come up on the trip that will send me in another direction.


Also, if anyone's got any tips on places to go in general, or is open to meeting up for a ride and a coffee (or maybe a , if the day's riding is done) along the way, it would also be great to hear from you!

Link to HUBB Profile (clicking my username sometimes directs to another user's profile):
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Link to proposed route and dates: https://1drv.ms/x/s!Agu7uiMNjgV8gV_Iq3uD5Oy_hwRR

Link to CouchSurfing Profile:
www.couchsurfing.com/people/calwrd

All the best and maybe see some of you over the next few months!

Cal
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