After living and cycling in many countries around the world Monika (@RADMonika) wanted her next home to be a true cycling mecca. Cities like Portland, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Girona were all briefly considered but it was the Spanish island of Majorca that Monika made her new home. With its 300+ days of sunshine per year, its steep mountainous roads, golden sandy beaches, and vibrating cycling culture, it's no surprise that Monika was attracted. After all it's a popular training destination for professional cyclists, especially in the off-season. Away from the main tourist resorts in the south the island has hundreds of miles of quiet lanes and back country to explore. So if you want to rub shoulders with the pro's and see some stunning sites along the way here are Monika's top 5 rides around the largest of the Balearic islands: