Be wary of a short connection time Michael Gebicki is Traveller’s expert Tripologist. What do you think about flying into Barcelona and catching a train to Girona where there appear to be lots of bike shops? The day after you arrive, visit one of the bike shops to get professionally set up, buy any last-minute provisions or gear and do a short shake-down ride. Eat Sleep Cycle, Catalonia Bike Tours and Rocacorba Atelier are some of the local bike shops that can fit you out with everything you need. Many Girona bike hire companies expect you to bring the bike back to Girona, but some will collect it from Barcelona for an additional fee.