We’ve had very few flat tires to contend with but – depending on the roads you’re riding and the tires you’re using – you may not be so fortunate. Eric & Elaine have traditionally had a lot of flat tires, but they recently found a solution that’s put their flat tire woes to a stop, […] Read More »
Which laptop or tablet should you take on a bicycle tour? This article looks at whether you really need one, which models are worth considering, features to look for and how to pack a laptop so it’s protected from vibrations. Read More »
After 4 years of cycling without a GPS, we finally took the plunge and bought the Garmin 62S. Our indulgent purchase of the summer has triggered a lot of interest from our cycling friends, so in this article we’re explaining why we bought a GPS, its use for bike touring and we’re highlighting some of […] Read More »
More and more bike tourists are now carrying iPhones, so when one of our monthly newsletter readers suggested a list of the most useful apps for bike touring, we started hunting. Here’s the result of our research. All are available for iPhones, and some also work on other platforms such as Android and Blackberry. Read More »
It’s hard to work up a lot of enthusiasm for a dishcloth but compared to the disgusting sponges we end up with after a few weeks of a bike touring, the Scrubr is a dream. It’s odor-free, dries quickly and is super lightweight. Read our review, and enter our contest to win a Scrubr! Read More »
