26 to Wizna

Distance: 132 kilometers, accumulated: 2,286 kilometers | Elevation: 550, accumulated elevation: 8,510 meters, distance from home: 1,218 kilometers (as the crow flies)

Today, I conducted several self-experiments that are not scientifically supported or validated, observed by witnesses who would gladly confirm them. These would be the wind, the sun, the clouds, and even a rainbow. But now, let's talk about the self-experiments that were sometimes quite difficult today. I have come to realize once again that when urinating, one must either stand sideways to the wind or turned away from it; otherwise, quite literally, it goes in or on your pants. 😂

This is one of the silly thoughts that come to mind during the ride. Most I forget again, but these words stuck with me. I hope you can laugh about it and do not take it badly, even if it has nothing to do with the actual tour. Still, it's a task that is so simple for a man.

Today was the first day of the tour when it rained. Other than that, it had only rained in Tallinn on a no-traffic day. However, since I saw that the strong rain stopped after half past eight, I postponed my departure to later. In fact, the forecast proved to be accurate; it wasn't until the later afternoon that I encountered two showers. The first time I wanted to stand near a house where it was dry, and lo and behold, there was a small shop that was open, and I could buy something to drink. Since Poland does not recognize euros, I have to pay everything with a credit card; even those small amounts!

My tour today was organized by Komoot, and after a thorough review, I adopted it. There were several kilometers of routes that are difficult, like cobblestones, loose gravel, sand, and other things that slow you down significantly. However, I much prefer this to heavily trafficked federal roads, which stress me out and are dangerous.

Many of these routes are very scenic, and I've encountered animals more than once. For example, today, a squirrel jumped across the path only about 2 meters in front of me. Speaking of animals: I took some dogs for running training today; they can also bark and try to bite me in the calves. However, as my legs are always in motion, no one has been successful so far. 🙏 I only hope it’s not like that all over Poland.

Today, I encountered many churches, even more wayside crosses, and other 'holy sites.' Are the Poles that religious? After all, they recently had a Pope who was very popular.

After nearly 7 hours on the bike, I was glad to have reached my destination. I didn’t book until 45 kilometers before arriving because only then was I sure that the energy from the battery and myself would suffice to complete the rest. And in the end, I wonder where I still find the energy to write such a long daily report. ✍️

https://www.komoot.com/de-DE/tour/2218206912?ref=itd

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**Spanish:**

Hoy he realizado varios autoexperimentos que no están respaldados científicamente ni son validados, observados por testigos que estarían dispuestos a confirmarlo. Estos serían el viento, el sol, las nubes y hasta un arcoíris. Pero ahora, hablemos de los autoexperimentos, que a veces fueron muy difíciles hoy. He constatado, una vez más, que al orinar se debe estar de pie, ya sea de lado al viento o de espaldas, de lo contrario, va en el sentido más literal a los pantalones. 😂

Este es uno de los pensamientos absurdos que me cruzan la mente durante el viaje. La mayoría los olvido, pero estas palabras se quedaron. Espero que puedas reírte de esto y que no te moleste, a pesar de que no tiene nada que ver con la ruta real. Y, sin embargo, es una actividad tan sencilla para un hombre.

Hoy fue el primer día de la gira en que llovió. Fuera de eso, solo llovió en Tallin en un día sin tráfico. Sin embargo, vi que la fuerte lluvia cesaba después de las ocho y media, así que pospuse la salida para más tarde. De hecho, la predicción resultó ser cierta; recién en la tarde volví a encontrarme con dos chaparrones. La primera vez quería parar cerca de una casa donde estaba seco, y ahí estaba, una pequeña tienda abierta donde pude comprar algo para beber. Como Polonia no conoce los euros, tengo que pagar todo con tarjeta de crédito, ¡así que también para pequeñas sumas!

Mi recorrido de hoy fue organizado por Komoot y, tras una revisión minuciosa, lo adopté. Hubo varios kilómetros de caminos que son difíciles, como adoquines, grava suelta, arena y otras cosas, donde uno avanza muy lentamente. Sin embargo, prefiero esto a las carreteras nacionales muy transitadas, que me estresan y son peligrosas.

Muchos de estos caminos son paisajísticamente muy bonitos, y he encontrado animales ya varias veces. Hoy, por ejemplo, un ardilla saltó sobre el camino a unos 2 metros de mí. Hablando de animales: hoy llevé algunos perros para entrenamiento, que además pueden ladrar y tratar de morderme los pantorrillas. Pero como siempre mantengo las piernas en movimiento, nadie ha tenido éxito hasta ahora. 🙏 Espero, sólo, que no sea así en toda Polonia.

Hoy encontré varias iglesias, más cruces de camino y otros 'lugares sagrados'. ¿Son los polacos tan creyentes? Teniendo en cuenta que recientemente tuvieron un Papa que fue muy querido.

Después de casi 7 horas en la bicicleta, estaba contento de haber alcanzado el destino. Hice la reserva solo 45 kilómetros antes de llegar, ya que sólo ahí estaba seguro de que la energía de la batería y la mía serían suficientes para completar el resto. Y al final me pregunto, ¿de dónde saco aún la energía para escribir un informe diario tan largo? ✍️

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**English:**

Today, I conducted several self-experiments that are not scientifically supported or validated, observed by witnesses who would gladly confirm them. These would be the wind, the sun, the clouds, and even a rainbow. But now, let's talk about the self-experiments that were sometimes quite difficult today. I have come to realize once again that when urinating, one must either stand sideways to the wind or turned away from it; otherwise, quite literally, it ends up in or on your pants. 😂

This is one of the silly thoughts that come to mind during the ride. Most I forget again, but these words stuck with me. I hope you can laugh about it and do not take it badly, even if it has nothing to do with the actual tour. Still, it's a task that is so simple for a man.

Today was the first day of the tour when it rained. Otherwise, it had only rained in Tallinn on a no-traffic day. However, since I saw that the heavy rain stopped after half past eight, I postponed my departure to later. In fact, the forecast proved to be accurate; it wasn't until the later afternoon that I encountered two showers. The first time I wanted to stand near a house where it was dry, and lo and behold, there was a small shop that was open, and I could buy something to drink. Since Poland does not accept euros, I have to pay everything with a credit card; even those small amounts!

My tour today was planned by Komoot, and after a thorough review, I adopted it. There were several kilometers of routes that are difficult, like cobblestones, loose gravel, sand, and other things that slow you down significantly. However, I much prefer this to heavily trafficked federal roads, which stress me out and are dangerous.

Many of these routes are very scenic, and I've encountered animals more than once. For example, today a squirrel jumped across the path only about 2 meters in front of me. Speaking of animals: I took some dogs for running training today; they can also bark and try to bite me in the calves. However, as my legs are always in motion, no one has been successful so far. 🙏 I only hope it’s not like that all over Poland.

Today, I encountered many churches, even more wayside crosses, and other 'holy sites.' Are the Poles that religious? After all, they recently had a Pope who was very popular.

After nearly 7 hours on the bike, I was glad to have reached my destination. I didn’t book until 45 kilometers before arriving because only then was I sure that the energy from the battery and myself would suffice to complete the rest. And in the end, I wonder where I still find the energy to write such a long daily report. ✍️