Tips & Tricks

After my first bike touring trip in Portugal last year, I could not wait to try bikepacking this summer. Swapping paved roads and hotels for gravel and campsites seemed challenging and fun. I couldn’t wait to see what the hype was all about. Up until last month, all of my bike trips have been what […]

Bikepacking vs bike touring… are they the same thing? Bikepacking and bike touring are two terms often used interchangeably. Both terms mean a multi-day bicycle trip during which a cyclist rides to a new destination each day. Over the course of a bike tour or bikepacking trip, a cyclist may travel hundreds or thousands of […]

Bicycle touring, also known as bikepacking, is a method of traveling from one destination to another on a bicycle. It combines the curiosity of traveling with a thrilling, active adventure that allows you to fully experience a region on two wheels. While on a bicycle tour, your own physical effort brings you from place to […]

We’re sharing our top 45 best bike touring tips and tricks to make your tour as unforgettable as possible. Planning a bike tour? Whether you’re preparing for your first bike tour or fiftieth, there is an abundance of things to remember. From packing the correct gear to researching routes and taking rest days, it’s important […]

Planning a bike tour? Choosing to travel via bike is an incredible way to spend your vacation, but should you plan a self-led tour or guided bicycle tour? Instagram is full of cyclists pedaling solo to every corner of the Earth, but let’s face it: guided bike tours can be a convenient, beginner-friendly option for […]