Before choosing a cycling sleeping bag for your next tour, take a look at these tips on how to pick the best sleeping bag for bicycle touring. Choosing a cycling sleeping bag When it comes to picking a bicycle touring sleeping bag there are several factors that come into play. The most important of these are size and weight, as well as the climate in which you will be cycling. In addition, … [Read more...]

When it comes to finding somewhere to sleep when bike touring, you can take your choice from wild camping, hotels, hostels and newly found friends. Here's some suggestions of the best places to stay the night when bicycle touring. Where to sleep on a bike tour Over the years, I have slept in all manner of places when bike touring around the world. Some memorable experiences include wild … [Read more...]

Is it a good idea to take duct tape on a bike tour? It sure is! Duct tape is the perfect item for emergency bike repairs when you need to hold something together. Reasons why you should bike tour with duct tape When it comes to choosing which pieces of equipment to include in your bike touring gear setup, don't overlook one of the greatest gifts to mankind - Duct Tape! It's a perfect item … [Read more...]

Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions people have about cycling from Cairo to Cape Town. I hope they can help you plan your own Cairo to Cape Town cycling journey! Cairo To Cape Town Cycle Touring Over the years since I rode from England to Cape Town, many cyclists have had questions as they look at planning their own bike tours. I'm always happy to help, and if … [Read more...]

A collection of interesting and fun facts about cycling and bicycles. 20 things you didn't know about bicycles and other cycling trivia. Fun Facts About Bicycles Here's a whole bunch of things you probably didn't know about bicycles and cycling. A few random bicycle facts you can pull out of the bag when ever the situation demands!   1. How many bicycles are there in the world? It … [Read more...]