Could The Thermarest NeoAir Be The Best Sleeping Pad For Bikepacking and Cycle Touring? Is the Thermarest NeoAir the best sleeping pad for bike touring? In this article, I review a selection of camping mats from my years of bicycle touring around the world. A Therm-a-Rest sleeping pad has accompanied me on my bike trips … Read more
The distilled wisdom of ten years of bike touring life, cycle touring tips and travel advice from hard-earned miles around the globe This article documents my bike touring tips from extensive bicycle travels around the world. Whether you’re a veteran long-distance cyclist or a bicycle touring beginner, this blog post is here to provide you … Read more
Plan your first bike trip with this easy-to-follow bicycle touring guide Bicycle touring is not just a hobby; it’s a lifestyle. One that offers an unparalleled sense of freedom and connection with nature. Are you ready to embark on the ultimate adventure? Imagine feeling the wind in your hair, the freedom of the open road, … Read more
The Rab Neutrino 200 is super lightweight and possibly the most compact down sleeping bag on the market making it a great pick for summer bikepacking and cycle touring This article explores the Rab Neutrino 200 and asks if it could be the best down sleeping bag for bikepacking and cycle touring in summer. I’ve … Read more
Wild camping and sleeping outside on a road trip opens up a world of possibilities for long-term travel Knowing how to wild camp is an essential skill to get comfortable with. This short guide to wild camping and sleeping outside is designed to be both practical and reassuring. Curated to steer you away from the … Read more
How To Choose The Best Multi Tool for Bike Touring The best multi-tool for bike touring is probably a mirage. In my experience, a collection of proper Allen keys, individual specialist tools and the knowledge to use them is the only universal solution. That said, there are numerous bike multi-tools on the market so someone … Read more
An Introduction to Bikepacking and Off-Road Bicycle Touring Bikepacking is an exciting outdoor activity that combines the thrill of bike touring with the adventure of backpacking. It enables riders to explore remote and rugged terrain, reaching places that would otherwise be inaccessible by traditional means. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or a novice adventurer, … Read more
The Pamir Highway is an Iconic Cycling Route Through the Highest Passes of Central Asia For the uninitiated, the Pamir Highway is a hugely popular long-distance cycling route that connects China with the Caspian Sea. Forged during the Russo-Afghan wars, the M41 is one of the toughest cycling challenges in Central Asia. Ever wondered what … Read more
Easy E-Biking with Decathlon ELOPS 120E: Real-World Practicality and Fun The Decathlon Elops e-bike 120E – an affordable yet efficient electric bike for your city commuting needs. Priced at a budget-friendly 899 pounds, this model is tailored for urban riding and comes with a host of features to make your daily commute easy and more … Read more
Cycle Touring the Indian Himalayas; Manipur to Ladakh by Bike Let me take you on an unforgettable journey cycling the Himalayas. To the majestic landscapes of the far north of India. In 2015, I cycled from Vietnam to the UK. During that time, I cycled a fair portion of northern India. Primarily the remote North … Read more