The Cycle Touring Life Blog

Discover the world with our guides, gear reviews, and inspiring stories. From local overnighters to epic cross-continent treks, we equip you with the knowledge and inspiration for your next adventure.

December 25, 2023

What is Bicycle Touring all about and should I plan a trip for 2023?

Bicycle touring, also known as cycle touring or bike touring, is a popular activity that involves...

December 5, 2023

Train, Pack, Ride: Preparing for your Epic Bikepacking Adventure – Part 3

This is part 3, the final installment of our series on getting yourself ready for that...

November 27, 2023

Conquer the Cold: Ultimate Guide to Winter Bikepacking Gear and Survival

Winter Bikepacking: Essential Gear and Clothing Its starting to get cold out there. However, the...

October 3, 2023

Train, Pack, Ride: Preparing for your Epic Bikepacking Adventure – Part 2

This is part 2 of our series on getting yourself ready for that long-distance bikepacking or bike...

September 18, 2023

Train, Pack, Ride: Preparing for the Bikepacking Adventure of a Lifetime

You have been dreaming for a long time that you would like to hit the road and go on a...

September 10, 2023

Campfire Gourmet: Tasty Meals to Prepare while Bikepacking

There is more to bikepacking than the adrenaline rush of the ride, the peace and quiet of nature,...

August 21, 2023

5 Reasons Cycling Will Improve Your Life: The Benefits of Adventure Bike Travel

Because of things like job, chores, and obligations, life might feel like a never-ending treadmill...

July 27, 2023

Riding for Sight: NHL Ref Dan O'Rourke's Cross-Country Fundraiser

Dan O'Rourke, an NHL referee, is presently bike touring 70 miles per day over 45 days from Santa...

June 5, 2023

Cycle Touring Life and Team 8 Wild Things x WOHO: A Winning Combination for Brain Health

Over this past weekend, a marvelous amalgamation of perseverance, commitment, and unyielding...

May 23, 2023

Pedaling the Path to Awesome

Once upon a time, in the land of nine-to-five jobs and endless spreadsheets, there lived a man...