Coming up for a Name for Prepare, Pack, Pedal
These were some of my first attempts at names for my self-published book Prepare, Pack, Pedal which is a practical guide to going cycle touring. …
Cycling shoes for wide feet
Giro HV Giro HV are the wide versions of Giro Shoes. Check out the Privateer. Shimano wide-fit Shimano do wide fitting versions of their shoes/boots. …
Looking for some stocking fillers?
Looking for gifts for cyclists? Why not try these items (or similar): Winter Cycling Gloves: dhb Windslam Stretch Cycling Gloves Some warm gloves for …
One year of cycling to work
When I moved to London, I got around by bicycle, which offered freedom, health benefits and was low cost. It provided a much welcomed way to get the …
Audience Questions about Weave of the Ride - Cycling Across Europe
The following are common questions I was asked when I did talks about my cycle travels. how much you spent in each country and how long you were there …
YETI ODI Lock-on Mountain Bike Grips Review
Grips are an often overlooked but important part of a bike set up and one of the main contact points on a bike. Some of the body weight is distributed …
List of adventure, expedition and bike packing bikes 2016
I recently came across an excellent resource on cyclingabout.com. It is amazing the level of research that has gone into the list. The number of …
10 Benefits of Cycle Touring In Europe to Inspire Your Trip
1. It will make you smarter Exercise is scientifically proven to stimulate your brain [1]. You will meet many more people, come across tonnes of …
Prepare, Pack, Pedal: A Practical Guide to Bicycle Touring
A year ago, I realised I had written so much to help people plan their bicycle tours on my blog but it was all on blog posts I thought it could be …
Are Shimano MT91 Boots A Good Choice for Adventure Riding?
I managed to get a pair of these beauties sponsored from Chain Reaction Cycles. They are a hiking-style boot with a solid sole for riding efficiency. …