My second day in Panama, I bought a Giant SCR 16-speed aluminum road bike. I bought the bike for $500 at a used bike shop in a residential neighborhood near the canal called ReCyclingPTY. They had road and mountain bikes of many vintages. They also rent bikes for $50 per day or $200 per week so $500 to buy for 6 to 9 months is a much better deal for me.
Andre, the owner, will also sell the bike on consignment when I leave.
Right after I bought the bike I rode to the first lock on the Panama Canal. Soon I hope to ride the length of the canal continuing on the same road.
Enjoy and post some pictures!
ReplyDeleteVery good decision, owning a bicycle always give you a personal connection that during your journey, somehow, gives you an extra satisfaction.
ReplyDeleteI am also currently living in Panama city and there's no route I enjoy more than the one cinta costera an causeway they open on Sundays, hopefully I'll see you around one of this days!