The BitLock key-less bike security tool is more than just a needlessly high-tech bicycle accessory. This is a seriously cool bike lock that has the potential (maybe! maybe!) to revolutionize the idea that peer-to-peer bicycle sharing can be a fully practical and cost-efficient alternative to driving a car. All that to say: if you own […]
The Digitally-Enhanced Peloton Cycle Training Bike: Train & Take Classes Anywhere!
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The Peloton Cycle seems a perfect touring training machine with an excellent design and live-streaming classes available. Is it too good to be true? The Peloton Cycle is a revolutionary training bike that offers an awesomely attractive fusion of physical mechanics and digital technology to get you ready for your next big ride. Serious touring […]
Zackees Turn Signal Gloves Review: An Awesome New Level of Protection
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Electronically signal to motorists when you’re going to make a left or right with Zackees, super bright, super comfy, super easy-to-use Turn Signal Gloves. With a pair of Zackees Turn Signal Gloves, cyclists get an added layer of personal safety. Cycling is a sport and way of life that improves energy, happiness and health, but […]
How to Deal with Headwind on a Bicycle Tour
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No matter how much thought you put into your routing and schedule, weather will always prove a nuisance at some point during your bike tour. You could find yourself soaked through with rain while you’re pedaling through Death Valley or you could find yourself sweating to death in a Fargo heat wave. Wind is a […]
8 Tips for Towing a Trailer on Tour
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Towing a trailer for the first time might seem easy, but there are a few things you need to know before you make the journey hauling your stuff behind you. By making careless mistakes you could break your trailer and risk ruining the stuff inside. How To Keep Your Trailer Safe While Touring It’s a […]
Choosing Your First Bike Tour
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There are plenty of articles online about choosing a touring bike, but if you’re a beginner it is just as important to make careful considerations when choosing a bike tour that’s right for you. Every bike tour is different and there are questions you should ask yourself before committing to one. Now that I’ve been […]
In Pain? How to Stave Off and Soothe Muscle Soreness from Cycling
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Muscle soreness is a touring cyclist’s worst enemy. Yes, sore muscles hurt no matter who you are and what you’re doing, but when you feel incapacitated on tour you need to push through the pain to stay on track. If you’re touring with a group of cyclists it’s best to avoid muscle soreness at all […]
5 Secret Weapons for a Winter Bike Tour
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Just because snow has hit doesn’t mean you have to stop touring. Want to learn how to do a winter bike tour? Here are my 5 secret weapons that you’ll need. Yes, there is a lot to worry about when you bike in the colder months. You’ll be shivering, it will get dark earlier, your […]
10 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Cyclists & Bike Tourers
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Unless their stocking is the size of a bicycle, you’ll probably be racking your brain trying to think of stocking stuffers for the avid cyclist in your family. Even if you are familiar with the world of cycling it can be difficult to brainstorm small accessories that are both affordable and fun. As an avid […]
10 Easy Tips for Bike Maintenance
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Anyone can maintain their bike & postpone a costly repair. Here are 10 easy bike maintenance tips from a bike tourer you can do to keep your bike in shape. I’m guilty of mistreating a few bikes in my day. Sometimes I didn’t feel like carrying my bike up the four flights of stairs into […]
