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Touring Basics
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 ...
The Breakdown Bring a lightweight, waterproof tent and quick-drying, warm layers. Carry 2 to 3 liters of water for drinking, cooking, and hygiene, and call ahead to confirm potable water ...
If you’re planning a summer bike tour across the United States or a trip to the American Southwest, you know you’ll be in for some “scorchers.” Here’s how to keep cool while cycling in hot weather.
Prevention beats sitting out days nursing pain. Here’s how.
The Breakdown Efficient pedaling starts with cadence, and most riders should aim for 70–90 revolutions per minute. Calculate cadence by counting one foot’s pedal strokes for 20 seconds and multiplying ...
Loaded bikes don’t maneuver like unloaded ones, but you can handle many hazards the same way: stay perpendicular, ride straight, and avoid when possible.
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 Good sleep between comes down to gear and campsite selection. Choose shelter you’ll feel secure in, a sleeping bag rated for the coldest temps you’ll face, and a ...
Dogs chase moving things—it’s hardwired prey drive. Here’s what to do for a canine encounter.
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 ...
