We had so many plans for this summer. On our list was a couple bike trips around Nova Scotia and France, a completed 2nd edition of the Bike Touring Survival Guide and reviews of new gear. Unfortunately, that was all put on hold by something unplanned and rather sad. Read More »
Author Archive | Friedel
WeeHoo Bike Trailer For Kids
Last weekend we were out cycling when we spotted something different on the bike path: a recumbent-style trailer for kids. We weren’t quick enough to get a photo of it but later we searched online and discovered that we’d seen the WeeHoo trailer. Read More »
A Better Bike Mount For Your Smartphone?
A few days ago, an email dropped into our box from Daniel, who said he’d just finished designing a new product that might be useful for bike touring. It’s called the Handleband, and it’s an adaptable smartphone mount for bicycles. It lets you use your phone as a bike-light, ride tracker, navigation tool, and front-facing […] Read More »
Tips & Tricks From 20 Years Of South American Bike Touring
When it comes to bike touring in Latin America, there are few people who have explored the area more extensively than Gareth Collingwood. For over 20 years, he’s cycled independently and unsupported through every country in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Read More »
Brompton Folding Bike + Trailer: A Perfect Touring Combination?
Can a Brompton folding bike and a trailer make the perfect combination for touring? In this guest post for TravellingTwo, Stijn de Klerk checks out the performance of the Brompton with the Radical Design series of trailers. Read More »