{"id":331957,"date":"2025-12-10T13:37:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T18:37:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oncubanews.com\/en\/?p=331957"},"modified":"2025-12-10T13:37:50","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T18:37:50","slug":"cuba-by-bike-nico-and-danis-adventure-on-wheels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oncubanews.com\/en\/cuba\/cuba-by-bike-nico-and-danis-adventure-on-wheels\/","title":{"rendered":"Cuba by bike: Nico and Dani\u2019s adventure on wheels"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tired of the power outages, Daniela Garc\u00eda and Brian Nicolau shouldered two backpacks and embarked on a unique adventure: cycling all over Cuba. The journey, which began last November, is divided into three stages: the first will take them from Havana to Cabo de San Antonio; the second will end at Punta de Mais\u00ed; and the third and final stage will take them to the Isle of Youth. In total, they estimate that the three legs will take them about four months.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWith <\/span>Cuba en Bici<\/span><\/a>, besides creating beautiful memories, we want to show that sometimes the excuses we make are more numerous than the real limitations. Yes: transportation is bad, food is scarce, money doesn\u2019t stretch far enough, life is hard\u2026but you have life, and you have to live it. Many criticize us: \u2018With all the hunger in Cuba, and you all act like nothing\u2019s wrong.\u2019 But that\u2019s not true. As we travel around Cuba, we\u2019re seeing everything that\u2019s happening, and we\u2019re not going to hide it or pretend that everything is fine. But we\u2019re also not going to hide the beautiful experiences we have just because some people are bothered that, even in the midst of disaster, we want to be happy here,\u201d Brian \u2014 known to friends and followers as Nico \u2014 told <\/span>OnCuba<\/b> in an interview via WhatsApp.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Maps in hand and feet on the pedals, Daniela and Nico spent months preparing for an adventure that would take them to little-traveled corners of the country\u2019s interior. She, from Cienfuegos and a doctor by training; he, from Guanabacoa, passionate about adventure. One day they decided to turn the long \u201clost\u201d hours of power outages into an opportunity to discover the island they had never seen before, and where they have decided to stay while many others leave.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Cubans inside and outside the country have formed a digital community around them that is about to reach 10,000 followers on Instagram, accompanying \u2014 even from a distance \u2014 a journey they too would have loved to undertake.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMy relationship with the bicycle began like that of any girl: my parents taught me to ride, and I used it to run errands, go to a friend\u2019s house or simply pass the time. Then I met Nico, and things changed a bit. He was more involved in that world, and what was once unthinkable for me, like riding 30 km, became commonplace,\u201d Daniela said. Originally from Rodas, in Cienfuegos, she remembers being surprised to discover that it wasn\u2019t the first time someone had attempted such a journey; even one of her neighbors had already done it. \u201cThat inspired us and made it seem even more possible,\u201d she said.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIgnacio (Yeyo), a neighbor from my community, has been doing it since the 1990s, although with different reasons and a different approach. We also know of a couple from Matanzas who spent months cycling and shared some wonderful stories from their trip, from which we learned a lot. Even a friend\u2019s aunt did it about 30 years ago. Everyone has their own reasons, but it\u2019s always a unique experience,\u201d Nico explained.<\/span><\/p>\n

Initially, they planned to make the trip alone, but as they progressed along their itinerary, they met people who either joined them on the adventure or offered them shelter when they needed a place to rest and take refuge. \u201cOur lodging consists of a tent, a mattress, and a sleeping bag. Thanks to social media, many people from almost every province have offered us their homes: a room, a terrace, a porch, or a small piece of patio. We haven\u2019t lacked for kindness,\u201d Daniela recalls gratefully.<\/span><\/p>\n

On wheels<\/h3>\n

\u201cMy father gave me my first bike as an adult when I was around 24,\u201d Nico recalls. \u201cAt that time, I had a small business about 10 km from home, so I needed to get around every day for work; public transportation wasn\u2019t an option. When you enter this world, you start discovering parts, accessories and possibilities you didn\u2019t even know existed. Suddenly, you find yourself immersed in a completely new universe. From that point to wanting to travel around Cuba by bicycle, the point of intersection was the power outages. The dead time at night, without internet and unable to get anything done, is time you\u2019re never going to get back.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing led to another. Before they knew it, he and Daniela had already gathered everything they needed to start the trip. All that was left was to make the decision and take the first step. \u201cFinding the right bike for Dani was quite an ordeal, but we finally decided it was worth finding a gravel bike, like mine. This type of bike allows for wide tires, supports a lot of weight, is comfortable, aerodynamic and accepts various accessories. To complement it, we got specific bikepacking bags, which avoids carrying weight on our backs and potential health problems on long trips. But don\u2019t let that discourage anyone: any bike will do for exploring beautiful places,\u201d he says enthusiastically.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The conditions of many roads in Cuba are often hostile even for those traveling in more stable vehicles, such as cars and trucks. For cyclists \u2014 and even more so for those carrying backpacks and gear for long distances \u2014 the poor condition of the roads and the lack of bike lanes are felt twice as much.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThere have been stretches where we have to go very slowly because of the potholes, and sometimes a sudden pothole has forced us to check if something is broken. In fact, on our most recent trip, we had to stop everything because of a problem with my bike. The lack of bike lanes on most roads also puts cyclists\u2019 lives at risk, not to mention the irresponsibility of many drivers. For some, we are a nuisance or simply invisible. These are risks that are always there,\u201d Nico lamented.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Daniela agrees: \u201cSometimes the roads are better and sometimes worse. So far, the best, although more boring, is the thruway. On the other hand, in the westernmost part of Pinar del R\u00edo, the road is practically nonexistent: more potholes than streets. That makes our journey much more difficult, slows us down and damages our bikes more.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Traveling by bicycle, however, has given them the freedom of movement and time they sought since conceiving the project. \u201cIn Cuba, transportation is a problem: moving even a few kilometers is expensive and difficult. Bicycles help a lot in this regard, especially in the more remote areas. We saw it a lot on our trip: old, patched-up bikes, but they do the job,\u201d adds Daniela.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite the obstacles, they both feel they are living one of the greatest adventures of their lives and, moreover, building a documentary record to which they \u2014 and those inspired by the project \u2014 can return to glimpse a Cuba that doesn\u2019t appear on city tours or conventional road trips.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From the bike: the unseen Cuba<\/h3>\n

On their journey through western Cuba \u2014 the part of the route they are currently traveling \u2014 Daniela says they have been surprised not only by the warmth with which the locals welcome them, but also by the diverse ways of life adapted to each region. \u201cSomething interesting in the Pinar del R\u00edo area is the still-active agricultural tradition: in every landscape of this province, you\u2019ll find a farmer working the land and a pair of yoked oxen,\u201d she remarks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Showcasing the complex map of Cuban geography and society is also part of the project\u2019s purpose, as is fostering environmental awareness among their social media followers. \u201cCuba en Bici is a way to show the country, its culture, its countryside and its nature. We also try to use it as a tool for environmental education, which is so desperately needed. We believe that even if it doesn\u2019t solve all the problems, it always raises awareness,\u201d says Daniela.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nico, for his part, emphasizes that the Instagram page they created seeks to build a narrative about the real Cuba that doesn\u2019t appear in traditional media and, therefore, seems invisible to many people. \u201cWe want to talk about how bad things are in many towns, about animal abuse \u2014 we\u2019ve seen horrors \u2014 about the blackouts \u2014 in 15 days we only had 6 hours of electricity \u2014 about the needs of the elderly and about all the problems we see. We won\u2019t keep quiet about anything, neither the ugly nor the beautiful,\u201d he affirms.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For both of them, embarking on this journey involves risks, especially amidst the social problems exacerbated by the economic crisis. Cuba no longer seems as safe as it once did, but that hasn\u2019t stopped them.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe were warned a lot about the violence and crime these days, so we decided never, under any circumstances, to cycle at night and to be cautious when choosing where to camp,\u201d explains Daniela, who takes the opportunity to encourage other women who dream of exploring the country on two wheels. With the proper precautions, she assures, safety is perfectly achievable. \u201cMy advice to them is to start.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cSo far, we\u2019ve experienced both the worst and the best moments in the same town, which I prefer not to mention to avoid spoilers. There, we witnessed the worst cases of animal abuse, but we were also welcomed by some of the kindest people we\u2019ve encountered on the road: they offered us food, lodging, a bathroom and so much more. There are people who, without even knowing you, treat you like family. That has been the most beautiful part of the trip: the selfless generosity of people we\u2019ve just met. The connections you make last a lifetime,\u201d Nico summarizes.<\/span><\/p>\n

For now, they both hope their wheels and their strength will hold out for a journey that will exceed 1,000 kilometers. Along the way, the generosity of the people they\u2019ve met has encouraged them to continue toward their next destination, despite the disappointments and the inevitable clash with a Cuba that can be as devastating as it is wonderful.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe want to convey the truth: the hardship and the beauty, what hurts and what inspires. And we also want to show that Cuba has incredible corners that deserve to be seen and protected,\u201d Nico affirms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Brian Nicolau and Daniela Garc\u00eda are cycling across the island of Cuba. Photo: Courtesy of Cuba en Bici.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cThe \u2018official\u2019 route will eventually end, but there will always be new places to discover. After cycling all over Cuba, I don\u2019t think I\u2019ll ever travel any other way again. As for concrete plans, when we finish, we want to edit a documentary about the trip, share a photo series, publish our travel journals and continue creating content to inspire others to get out, explore and move around. And, of course, keep cycling. Life is a journey, and if my legs and my health allow it, mine will be on a bike,\u201d he concludes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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