Hi Jamie Z

Thank you for the answer. It is always useful to hear opinions from those wo hare involved in the subject. I have also thought that I will take 2-3 weeks to look for a bike and complete the paperwork.

Since I`m flying from Europe to Bogota, I think this city will be the first base camp. I want to buy a new bike from the dealer. This should make it easier and faster to get the paperwork done. At the same time selling a new bike is also a big plus, apart from the trip.

I read that it is possible for a foreigner to buy a bike legally in Colombia. A very comprehensive report was written by Erik_G, for wich I thank him from the bottom of my heart. The whole process has been completed by him, to wich comments and advice have been added.

The height comparison whit the average Colombian rider put me in a good mood. I´say, the day was off to a great start. It made me think that the vast majority do not drive very var. In my house they say about it : drive to the pastry shop around the corner. My planned trip would also be to the pastry shop around the corner, only this little shop is somewhere 9000 km away. And then we still need to get back to the starting point of the trip.

And another aspect that matters is that they are local. They are relaxed, because they know the language and know the culture and customs of their country. Unfortunately, I cannot boast of that.

As for the choise of bike, I hope to get an answer after visiting many shops. Saddle height solves all problems.

Thanks and enjoy your trip.

All the best.