What bikes do we use in our Camino by bike tours?

In this short guide, we would like to detail the bicycles we use for our French Way by Bike from Pamplona to Santiago de Compostela and our French Way by Bike from Leon in 1 to 3* hotels.

To ensure we always offer the highest quality on our bikes, we work with two of the biggest bike rental companies in Spain and on the Camino de Santiago who provide us with three different types of bikes for all situations and loads of extra service to ensure you are never without your bike.

Our Cycling Partners

Bicigrino
Probably the Camino Bike Rental Company with the largest network of garages along the Camino de Santiago and the most complete offer. They only rent premium brand mountain bikes (Specialized) and electric bikes (Moustache).
We rely on Bicigrino for any electric bike order and for our Premium Camino by Bike ranges. Find out more about them on bicigrino.info.
Cycling the Camino
A new player in the Camino Bike Rental world founded in 2014 by highly experienced Alberto Pampín who had been working for over 10 years in the industry. Based in the heart of Santiago de Compostela, Alberto ensures our cyclists get the same attention they would dealing with Ultreya Tours. His bikes are brand new and perfect for the Camino. He ensure delivery of your bikes to your starting point and pick-up from your hotel in Santiago, as well as a 24/7 assistance service in Galicia in case you have a problem with your bike.
We use Cycling the Camino's services for bicycle rentals within Galicia and for our Camino by Bike Primo range. Find out more about them on cyclingthecamino.com.

E-Bike rentals

Moustache Samedí OFF 5

All our electric bikes are rented through Bicigrino who uses exclusively Moustache Samedí OFF 5, MTB types. Bicigrino selected MTB ebikes to give cyclist along the Camino optimum performance on both asphalt and dirt trails through mountains.

This bike model has a special geometry and very efficient wheels: the diameter of the front wheel is 29" but the rear wheel is 27.5". This type of arrangement provides better control on downhills and increased traction and power on twisty terrain.

The 500W battery and BOSCH engine will provide a range of up to 120/km.

Bicigrino are official distributors of the brand and their network of BOSCH repair certified garages will ensure they can take care of your ebike at all time if anything happens.

CHARACTERISTICS

FrameAeronautical alloy - Extruded variable thickness hydroformed tubes
Optimized weight balance - Tapered head tube
ForkHydraulic RockShox 30 Solo Air TK29 fork with lock-out - 100 mm travel
MotorBOSCH Performance CX 250W - 40/75 Nm.
Assistance from 50 to 300% - 25 km/h.
1000 measurements/second - Powerful - Compact
Battery PackBOSCH Li ION PowerPack 500 - 36v 13,4Ah.
500Wh - Full charge in 4.5 hours, 50% in 2 hours - 2,5 kg.
60 % minimum residual capacity after 30,000 km
Range50 to 160 km at 20 km/h on aflat road (for a 70kg rider).
30 to 80 km with varied use, depending on mode chosen, wind, gradient, etc.
DisplayBOSCH Intuvia central with separate control unit - 5 modes (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo, Off).
Walk assist - Information available of ine - USB port to recharge MP3 player, mobile phone, etc.
DrivetrainSram GX 10 speed 14x11/42, super wide capacity, more range
ShifterSram X5 10S
CranksetAlloy cranks / 14T motor cog (=35)
BrakesShimano M506 hydraulic disc brakes, 180/180 diameter
HubsShimano - 32 T - Centerlock
RimsAlex MD21 - Double wall alloy - Reinforcement eyelets - 32 holes - Compatible with tubeless (withap)
TiresSchwalbe Nobby Nic
SaddleVelo ergonomic saddle
SeatpostSuntour new NCX - Super comfortable alloy suspension parallelogram - 27.2 x 350
HandlebarAlloy DB 720 mm - Rize 10 mm - 6°up - 9° back - Stem 50 mm
PedalsAlloy, wide plateform
Guarantee5 years frame - 2 years fork, motor, battery (or 500 cycles) and accessories
SizeXS/36 (1,33 to 1,50) -S/ 41 (1,50 to 1,68 m) - M/47 (1,65 to 1,83 m) - L/53 (1,81 to 1,95 m) approximately
ColorAnthracite with blue details
Weight21,0 kg

Premium Bike Rental

Moustache Samedí OFF 5

The bikes we use for our Premium Camino by Bike ranges are provided by Bicigrino who selected the Specialized Crave Comp 29.

The Crave Comp with 29" wheels is a versatile bicyle suitable for all types of land. The increased contact area of the tires gives you greater traction in loose terrain and / or rock, allowing the rider to pedal with less effort on any terrain.

New, fully butted, smooth-welded M4 Premium Aluminum frame is super-lightweight, stiff, and features XC 29er Geometry, integrated headset, tapered headtube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
100mm-travel RockShox Recon Gold 29 SL fork with Solo Air spring, remote lockout and external rebound adjust, plus tapered alloy steerer for precision handling and light weight
Specialized Stout SL Disc 29" wheels feature double-wall rims with sealed bearings for lightweight, durable wheels
Custom SRAM 10-speed XC double-ring crankset with 29er gearing and GXP bottom bracket offers lightweight and durable performance paired with Shimano SLX Shadow Plus rear derailleur for quick and precise shifting
Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes use 180mm front rotor for increased braking power, while 160mm rear rotor keeps weight low

Within the rental price is including shipping to your starting point on the Camino and also pick-up can be arranged anywhere in the Iberian Peninsula.

They offer a network of garages that broadly cover all the Caminos and have arrangements with taxi services and a wide range of accommodation to help solve any problem as fast as possible.

The bikes come equipped with the following accessories:

EQUIPMENT INCLUDED IN THE PACK

• Racks and specific preinstalled
• Extensions on the handlebars for maximum comfort on the road
• Tyres specially chosen for optimal use in road travel
• Bicigrino bottled water that you can keep as a souvenir
• Pair of ORTLIEB BACK ROLLER CITY waterproof panniers
• Secure Bicycle Padlock
• Tool kit with cameras, patches, pump and multi-tool (with chain tool) to solve any eventuality in route.
• Grease and oil kit to lubricate the bicycle during the trip.
• Gel Saddle to prevent chafing.
• Helmets are not included in the equipment for hygiene and safety reasons but can be bought from the supplier. We recommend innovative Høvding (airbag type).

They also offer as an option a Wifi connection device so you can stay connected on the road. (approximately 55 euros to hire for the week)

CHARACTERISTICS

FRAMENew Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, XC 29er Geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welds, tapered headtube and seat tube, forged post-mount 160mm disc dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
FORKRockShox Recon Gold TK SA 29 SL, Solo Air spring, TurnKey damping w/ Push-Loc remote lockout, tapered alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, external rebound adj., S: 80mm travel, Others: 100mm travel
HEADSET1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower threadless, Campy style, integrated full cartridge bearings
STEMSpecialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm
HANDLEBARSSpecialized mini riser, double-butted 6061 alloy, 700mm wide, 10-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
GRIPSSpecialized Body Geometry XC Contour, Kraton w/ gel, closed end, 132mm, lock-on
FRONT BRAKEShimano Deore BR-445, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
REAR BRAKEShimano Deore BR-445, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERSShimano Deore BR-445, hydraulic lever
FRONT DERAILLEURSRAM X5, 10-speed 2X10, 34.9mm clamp
REAR DERAILLEURShimano SLX Shadow Plus, 10-speed, SGS cage
SHIFT LEVERSShimano Deore, 10-speed Rapidfire Plus, w/ optical display
CASSETTE SRAM PG 1030, 10-speed, 11-36
CHAINKMC X10
CRANKSETCustom SRAM S-1255, 2pc., 10-speed XC double for 29er
CHAINRINGS36/22, aluminum
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM GXP BB for 2pc., 73mm shell
PEDALSAlloy, 1pc. body and cage, w/ reflectors, 9/16"
RIMSCrave SL Disc 29", alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 26mm, 28h/32h
FRONT HUBSpecialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, RCC ball bearing system, steel axle, QR, 28h
REAR HUBSpecialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, RCC ball bearing system, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 32h
SPOKESStainless, 14g (2.0mm)
FRONT TIRESpecialized Ground Control, 29x2.1", aramid bead, 60TPI
REAR TIRESpecialized Fast Trak Control, 29x2.0", aramid bead, 60TPI
INNER TUBESStandard presta valve
SADDLESpecialized Body Geometry Henge, steel rails, 143mm
SEATPOSTSpecialized alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, size-specific 350mm/400mm
SEAT BINDERForged alloy, 31.8mm, QR, brass washer
NOTESChainstay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owner's manual

Primo Bike Rental

Model equipped with 27 gears, disc brakes and 27.5in wheels

If you decided to cycle the Camino on a normal mountain bike, or do go for a short tour around Galicia, your bike will be provided by Cycling the Camino.

Their large fleet of bicycles is continually renovated with the latest models as they actively update our stock, and each model in their range has been chosen because it incorporates the most recent technological advances in the field.

For our clients, they selected a custom hybrid model equipped with 27 gears, disc brakes and 27.5" wheels. They feature aluminium frames and all parts are Shimano-made.

Each bike comes with a pannier rack, bottle holder, bell, (front and rear) lights, safety retro-reflectors and a bicycle lock. Additionally, the panier rack incorporates a tool kit containing: an extra tube, pump, bike multi-purpose key, pedals key and tyre levers.

Also available to rent:

• Panniers: €3.50/day
• Fully-detachable handlebar bag: €2.50/day
• Helmet: €1/day
• Strapless toe clips: €1/day
• Gel pad for saddle: €1/day
• Android mobile: €7.5/day
• GoPro cam: €8.5/day
• First Aid kit (purchase): €12

In the extremely unlikely event of an accident, the Cycling the Camino team is here to help (you can also call Ultreya Tours, but for bike incidence they will have a more accurate response). They will talk you through the repair if it can be done on site or find a repair centre close by. They will contact the garage on your behalf and explain to them the problem (removing the language barrier). Please note, that you might be requested to advance the repair cost so always ask for a detailed invoice, inclusive of VAT tax (called IVA in Spanish).

CHARACTERISTICS

FRAMEPremium Aluminum
FORKSuntour SF-15 XCM RL
PEDALSAluminium (not automatic)
HUBSShimano BRM 33
FRONT DERAILLEURShimano FD M370
REAR DERAILLEURShimano RD-M430 Alivio
SHIFTERSShimano SL-M370 Altus6
DISC BRAKESShimano AM355
CHAINKMC X9
RIMSMach Neuro Disc 27.5"
Lights and safety retroreflectors

Choosing your size

Our providers offer 4 different sizes of bicycles to suit most needs (size 15, 17, 19 to 21). These are the most common sizes and will be sufficient for most users but ask us for details and refer to the chart below to find out what size would suit you.

Bike Bam Adult Mountain Bike Chart