We recently splurged on 2 brand new Santos Travelmaster touring bicycles. Now, after a 1,000km bike tour of Spain, we’re ready to share some initial thoughts on this bike. In a word? Solid. Read More »
We’re putting the finishing touches on our upcoming eBook, which is full of tips and practical on-the-road advice for your next bike tour. As part of the final layout process, we needed a photo to go with the section on laundry, so we asked you to help. The prize? A free copy of the book, […] Read More »
There are all kinds of little repair jobs that can crop up on a bike tour, and most people carry a tool kit for those moments when things don’t quite go to plan. Spare inner tubes, zip ties, brake cables and a multi-tool are some of the more common things you might carry. All are […] Read More »
Bike touring sometimes requires you to be creative, especially if your bike breaks down and you can’t get access to the parts you need. How about fitting a 32-spoke hub to a 36-spoke rim? It’s possible, if you have no other choice… as two bike tourists tell us in this interview. Read More »
Cuba has friendly people, quiet roads and you can tour there on a budget. That’s what Canadian couple Margo & Chris say, after cycling 1,800km across Cuba in 2006. In this edition of 10 Questions, they tell about being warmly greeted by locals, the traffic-free roads and challenges such as finding food. Read More »
