Useful tips and advice for cycling in Canada based on my experiences bike touring through the Canada on my way from Alaska to Argentina. Bike Touring in Canada I last cycled through Canada back in 2009 as part of my bike tour from Alaska to Argentina. Canada is one of those countries that I had always wanted to visit, and is now one that I want to return to and see … [Read more...]
Cycling Tips – Staying safe on the road when bike touring
Whether you are planning your first bike tour, or are a seasoned RTW cyclist, these cycling tips for staying safe on the road when bike touring should prove useful. From how to avoid being ‘doored’, to what to do when faced with a pack of vicious dogs, I’ve got you covered! Cycling Safety Tips I’ll start this post by saying I’m not teaching anyone to suck eggs! If you know this stuff … [Read more...]
Bike Touring Essentials – 10 Items I Always Take On A Bike Tour
This is my list of 10 bike touring essentials I always take on a bike tour. It doesn't matter if I am cycling for 2 days or even 2 years, these items always come with me. Some might be obvious, but there may be one or two items of gear you might not have thought of taking on a bike tour before. What Do You Take On A Bike Tour? Every bike tour is different, which is why no two … [Read more...]
Butterfly Handlebars – Are Trekking Bars The Best for Bicycle Touring?
Butterfly handlebars are often thought to be the most comfortable for bicycle touring. Is this really the case though? Below, I compare the various types of bicycle touring handlebars available, and go over the pros and cons of each one. Handlebars For Bicycle Touring How well do butterfly handlebars stack up against other types of bicycle touring handlebars? After … [Read more...]
Cycling in Alaska – Practical tips for bike touring in Alaska
Practical tips and advice for cycling in Alaska based on my own bike touring experiences there. Links are included to blog posts written during my Alaska bike tour. Bike Touring in Alaska It was back in 2009 that I was last cycling in Alaska. I suspect that not a great deal has changed. It's a big place, it's cold, and there are only a few main roads. It's also an outdoor adventurers … [Read more...]