This is #5 in an ever-growing series of answers to frequently-asked questions about touring bikes. If you’re new here, why not start with #1: What Exactly Defines A Touring Bike? There are people in this world who will argue until the end of all time about whether or not a touring...
But really, there's no one bike right for bikepacking; bikepackers use everything from touring bikes to full-suspension rigs on their explorations. Finding the best bike for you often requires balancing your priorities and accepting certain tradeoffs. How to Choose a Bike for Bikepacking Consider...
How to Choose a Bike There are various types of bikes. If you’re looking to get fit, just about any kind of bike will do – mountain, road or hybrid. Each has advantages and disadvantages so it’s really a case of either making do with what you’ve got or selecting a bike based ...
How to Choose a Bike: Picking the Perfect New Bike for You Are you looking to get a bike and daunted by the number of options available? If so, we created this guide to help you find the perfect bike for your needs. There are three key areas you’ll need to consider: The bike typ...
How to choose a road bike Road riding resources Road riding gear What is a road bike? Road bikes are made for speed and efficiency whether you’re riding on smooth paved roads, chunky gravel backroads, or somewhere in between. However, there are a few key features – like drop bars, li...
Whether you’re planning a short bike ride near your home or a multi-year-long bicycle tour all the way around the world, bicycle touring can be an incredible, life-altering experience.There are so many wonderful reasons to go on a bicycle tour!
Getting ready to choose a loose-fitting (aka "baggy") bike short is easy when you have choices. Most mountain bike shorts are two shorts in one—a loose outer shell made of nylon and an internal stretchy padded bike short. We have found that many people who want the baggy bike short ...
Like men, women come in all shapes and sizes, and when you’re choosing a motorcycle you’ll need to consider your height, weight and the length of your legs and arms. One of the best things you can do to find the right motorcycle is to sit on as many as you can. When you sit...
Alright, let’s find out how to choose the most comfortable alt bars for bikepacking and touring. Upright Riding Positions I’m currently cycling around 40+ countries in Africa using a rather upright riding position. The first thing you need to consider is how upright your riding posture is,...
With careful consideration, you can choose a model that is perfectly attuned to your riding needs and expectations. FAQs Q: Are electric motorbikes more expensive than petrol bikes?A: While the initial purchase price may be higher, owners often find savings over time through lower ...