Adventure Cyclist
Scenes from the Saddle
The Breakdown The two most valuable skills to learn before a tour are fixing a flat tire and removing and reattaching a chain link. A solid roadside repair kit includes ...
The Breakdown Bikepacking is multi-day cycling focused on off-the-beaten-path exploration, typically on gravel or dirt roads. There are three main styles: self-contained (you carry everything), supported (a vehicle or guide ...
The Breakdown Bicycle touring styles break down along five key decisions: whether you want a guide, whether you or someone else carries your gear, how you sleep and eat, what ...
Yes, you are probably getting the most exercise your body has ever seen and having a great time experiencing the great outdoors, but you are also putting your body through ...
The Breakdown Creating your own touring route starts with six steps: choosing a touring style and terrain, picking a region and season, exploring maps, factoring in traffic and elevation, gathering ...
I’m just going to admit up front that I think hot camp food is overrated. It’s messy, time-intensive, and often less appetizing than most people are willing to admit. (Freeze-dried ...
The Breakdown Flying means boxing your bike or using a folding bike to avoid oversize charges; S&S coupler frames offer a middle ground, breaking down into a smaller travel case. ...
Rather than risk sounding preachy, we’ll simply offer a list of things to consider that can help keep you safe while on tour. Use or lose these ideas as you see fit, but at least give them all some thought.
Certain rules of thumb can aid you in your planning, whether you intend to do an overnight ride to a nearby state park or a yearlong tour around the world.
