Adventure Cycling Association

Four key factors to consider when gearing up for a big adventure to make sure your bike is durable enough for the long haul.

Dear Aspiring Continent Traverser, Let me start by saying that, if one really puts their mind to it, pretty much any bike can make it across the country. While there ...

The Breakdown You don’t need to be a mechanic to go bikepacking, but knowing the basics can save your ride. Here are a few key skills worth learning: saddle adjustment, ...

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 ...

Though my breathing was labored just going up the stairs, my body didn’t feel rested, and I worried about the mountainous Andean ascent that loomed ahead, I was ready to ...

Lying in my tent after a day of cycling through rain in the Yukon and trying to recover from a head cold and fever, I was lost in my book ...

The Breakdown To perform a bike maintenance overhaul, check all bolts, inspect your frame and components for cracks or wear, and clean thoroughly. Maintain your drivetrain by replacing the chain, ...

The only thing worse than a brake that won’t stop is one that won’t let go. Brake issues can reduce safety and morale, but thankfully simple roadside fixes should have ...

Bicycle tours rarely go according to plan, and that’s what I love about them. Unexpected events keep you on your toes, but if you’re well prepared with good equipment and ...

Every cyclist should know how to fix a flat tire, and the good news is that it doesn’t take much! Practice once or twice at home and you won’t be ...