For road cycling, Mallorca has it all. The Balearic Island is blessed with a fantastic road network that takes you through orange and olive tree mangrove forests. Beautiful and dramatic mountaintop vistas are there to be experienced together with beautiful coastal routes where you’re often flanked by limestone cliffs and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

In spring and autumn, the weather hits a perfect 26°C and the Mediterranean sun shines brightly in the azure sky. The culture of the island is truly pro cycling with plenty of cafes located in beautiful plazas to keep you fuelled with coffee and almond cake.

Mallorca (Majorca) has golden soft sand beaches and historic wonders. So if you come for the cycling you’ll soon find that one visit isn’t enough. You’ll never run out of road.

With this in mind, let’s explore why guided luxury road cycling holidays offer the best Mallorca road cycling experience.

SportActive's Ability Group Rides ensure you'll riding at your pace and distance

Why Guided?

If you have lived in Mallorca for ten years or more and know every road and country lane, know what to do in the event of an emergency, know the best routes and the best traffic-free times to ride them and don’t mind missing out on the fun of group riding and the joy of camaraderie with like-minded people, then may be riding solo is for you.

For everyone else, guided cycling is the way to go. Riding solo or with a small group of friends you miss out on so much of what Mallorca offers, and your experience will be muted.

So without further ado, let’s take a deep dive into group riding and why it makes for the perfect luxury Majorca cycling break.

Expert Local Knowledge

Although we live in an age of GPS and route planning apps, there is no technology that can surpass an experienced guide who knows Mallorca like the back of his or her hand. They’ll know hidden gems that don’t appear in blogs or guidebooks, as well as iconic routes such as Cap Formentor and Sa Calobra.

Just as importantly they’ll know when the roads become busy and take you on routes when they’re quiet and easier to ride giving the best experience.

Should a road be closed they’ll know a good alternative, so your time on the island isn’t spoiled.

Best of all, other than turning the pedals, everything else is handled by someone else. Good Mallorca road cycling holiday providers ensure that you’re riding the best route that meets your criteria. If you want a steady coastal ride that’s what you’ll get. If you want climbing challenges, your route will take you over some of the best mountains on the island.

They’ll also ensure you stop at great places for coffee and lunch.

SportActive's superior local knowledge ensures you ride the
best and most beautiful cycling routes Majorca offers

Support

Should you and a few friends decide to go it alone and you run into some kind of issue, getting it resolved may not be that easy. Simple things that you can sort out back home, are not so easy in a different land.

With the luxury guided option, should an issue occur, the guide can sort out many issues with little fuss, getting the group back on the road quickly. Should an issue need a support vehicle, the guide can arrange this with a few calls.

In short, support keeps you safe and you have peace of mind that should an issue raise its ugly head, you’ll be in good competent hands that can deal with it.

Camaraderie and Natural Competition

One of the great things about guided Majorca cycling breaks is the camaraderie that forms in the groups. You’ll be riding with people who you have probably never met before, and conversation flows as you have a common interest and shared experience in cycling. This has led to lasting friendships and it’s not uncommon for our guests to keep in touch and attend sportives and other cycling events together.

The other aspect is natural competition, where you just want to get to the top of the climb before the other guy. It is healthy and natural competition which makes the ride that little bit more fun.

You may just want to ride at a steady pace, and that is your prerogative and fine too.

Cycling is fantastic, but your luxury Mallorca cycling holiday is enhanced by riding with new people. It makes it that little bit more special.

Ability Group Riding

Good Mallorca cycling holiday companies ensure that you’re riding in the perfect group for you. You can never be too fast or too slow. This ensures you can manage the distance, the terrain, and the pace. You'll never feel like you were slowing the group down or feel that the group is slowing you down. Better companies have a mix of experienced cycling coaches and local guides for this purpose.

If you want an easier day, you can always cycle in a different group. It’s up to you.

Coaching Advice

If you’re riding with an experienced cycling coach and want pointers on how to improve, they’ll be more than happy to give you advice. This can help fast-track your cycling abilities and skills, as well as prepare you for big events such as the Mallorca M312. You’ll also avoid bad cycling habits.

In short, you’ll be on your way to achieving your cycling potential and that is fantastic.

Mallorca's roads offer promise around every bend. And yes that is the Legend Sean Kelly!

Learning Group Riding

Group riding is an essential skill. Knowing the etiquette and the do’s and don’ts will see you in good stead whether on holiday or riding an event back home. It also feels great to be cycling in a group as you take the lead when it is your turn and drop back when it is time for someone else to take the reins.

This is made easier when you have coaches and guides that know how to group ride, and pass on this knowledge to you. Group riding is exciting and fun, and you’ll get a flavour of what it must be like in a pro peloton team. This is one of the great things about guided cycling.

Smaller Groups for Better Dynamics, for Safety, and Cohesion

At SportActive Cycling we tend to keep groups small for the above reason. Many riders are worried about riding in groups twenty plus. It can be a daunting prospect especially if you have never done it before.

By keeping groups smaller, we can better ensure that you have a better, safer, and more rewarding experience.

Staying in 5-Stars of Luxury

The perfect place to relax after a day on the bike
Another factor to go for guided cycling is what happens off the bike. Take for instance, when you stay with SportActive Cycling, you’ll be staying in the truly magnificent 5-Star Hotel Zafiro Palace Alcudia. Here, you have a choice of swimming pools, state of the art gymnasium, a luxurious spa, restaurants serving dishes from around the world, and a choice of rooms for that home away from home feel.

With your group riding buddies, you’re guaranteed a great time as the camaraderie continues off the bike.

Experience the Best 5-star Luxury Mallorca Cycling Holiday

With twenty years of experience and superior local knowledge, you can be in no better hands than when you ride with SportActive Cycling in Mallorca. Each cycling day, we’ll take you on guided group rides that show you the best of the island. Each route is meticulously planned according to your ability and preferences, and we look after you with every mile ridden.

With optional coaching advice, and a chance to ride with Legend Sean Kelly, why would you ever want to ride solo? Check out our luxury Mallorca cycling holidays and ensure you're riding with us this spring and autumn for the best cycling experience you can imagine.
Submitted: 16/12/24