Bicycle touring is my favorite way to travel. At pedal-powered speed you see and feel everything – the wind, rain, sun, the bugs in your face, the smell of the foliage or the exhaust, the curiosity and kindness of the strangers you encounter.
Here you’ll find everything related to bicycle touring: route and country guides, gear reviews, and tips learned from many thousands of miles on the road.
If you tend to prefer dirt to pavement and saddle bags to panniers, check out the bikepacking section too.
When Bas had to pause his world tour in 2020, he channeled his energy into creating Cycle Planet, a comprehensive platform where bike travelers can find country information, local hosts, and much more.
Intrigued by bike camping but not sure where to start? Here are four simple ideas for your first bicycle overnight. Why not try one this weekend?
Shamelessly plugging my newest project: a portal for finding bikepacking blogs and bicycle touring journals for inspiration and trip planning.
Biking across America is a guaranteed epic adventure. These tips will help you make sure it’s epic for all the right reasons.
When the welcome committee is all men, all the time, cycling solo as a woman in conservative and friendly Sudan gets … complex.
Tips for the road touring cyclist intrigued by dirt and gravel bikepacking. Here’s how to make the transition.
I was on The Pursuit Zone Podcast! We talked about travel in Africa, bicycle touring, and long-distance racing. Here’s where to find the episode.
Wondering how to fuel your next bikepacking trip? These ideas for planning, packing, and resupplying bikepacking food will keep your stomach happy as you pedal off into the sunset.
I was honored to be a guest on Dynamo Jenny, a podcast from Adventure Cycling about “women, bikes, and taking up space in America.”
Just a big list of my personal favorite gear for bikepacking and touring, and what I love about it. Welcome to my garage.
The Alps 2 Ocean cycle trail is the longest official bike route in New Zealand. Here’s a guide to this scenic cycling route, especially for independent travelers who like to camp.
Deciding between panniers vs. bikepacking bags for your next adventure? This guide will help you understand which system is best for which kind of bicycle trip.
Here’s 614 miles of lightly trafficked, wide-open eastern and central Oregon bicycle route. The only catch: it’s half pavement and half dirt. This mixed terrain adventure has a bit of everything.
In February 2020 I cycled from Luxor to Abu Simbel in Egypt, and then on to Sudan. Here’s an overview of my route and some tips for other bicycle travelers wanting to cycle in Egypt.
Cycling safely in traffic isn’t always what you’d expect. Here are 6 things cyclists do that seem safe but can actually put us at risk.
In early 2020 I rode my bicycle through northern Sudan. Here are route notes, tips, and pictures from a challenging and rewarding journey.
A comprehensive guide to water filtration and purification, specifically for bicycle travelers and bikepackers.
Excited by the idea of a bicycle tour abroad? Here are 8 tips for a smooth trip from someone who adores international bike travel.
Can you enjoy the efficiency of clipless pedals while keeping your setup practical for travel? Here’s the scoop on clipless pedals for bikepacking and touring.
Detailed review of the Big Sky Soul 1P, an affordable, lightweight, versatile freestanding solo tent. Here’s why I love it for backpacking, bikepacking, and travel.
Wondering where to sleep on a budget while bicycling across the US? It can be tricky. Here are 14 ideas to help you save money and sleep well on a US bicycle tour.
The right bicycle repair kit can save your bike tour, and the wrong one can really ruin your day. Here’s how to create the best repair kit for any type of bicycle trip.
Get to know your bike and save money with these guides and practical tips, learned the hard way, for DIY bike repair and maintenance.
Reflections and lessons from a touring cyclist dabbling in ultra-distance bike racing. Or, “How NOT to race a bicycle across the US.”
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