The Cycle Touring Life Blog
Discover the world on two wheels with our guides, gear reviews, and inspiring stories. From local overnighters to epic cross-continent journeys, we equip you with the knowledge and inspiration for your next bikepacking adventure.

Bike for Personal Growth: Building a Stronger Mind and Body on the Open Road
Discover bike touring's impact on mental resilience and life skills, and how it strengthens mind and body beyond boundaries.

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 touring adventure you have always dreamed of doing. If you missed part 1, make...

Train, Pack, Ride: Preparing for the Bikepacking Adventure of a Lifetime
Get ready for the bikepacking adventure of a lifetime with this guide. Strengthen muscles and build endurance through a 4-week training plan. Follow tips on stretching, nutrition, and mental preparation....

Campfire Gourmet: Tasty Meals to Prepare while Bikepacking
Bikepacking is about more than the ride itself. It's also a culinary adventure. Proper nutrition is key for fueling your body on long rides. Food choices should be lightweight and...

5 Reasons Cycling Will Improve Your Life: The Benefits of Adventure Bike Travel
Life might feel like a never-ending treadmill of duties, jobs, and chores. What if you could escape the rut and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul? A bike ride or...

Cycle Touring Life and Team 8 Wild Things x WOHO: A Winning Combination for Brain Health
In the heart of Toronto, over 9000 cyclists united this weekend to pedal for a noble cause - Brain Health. Cycle Touring Life, your trusted bicycle bag manufacturer, was proud...

The Ultimate Guide to Bike Touring Portugal and South-west Spain
If you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, a bicycle tour in Portugal and Southern Spain is definitely worth considering. So, what are you waiting for? Make your...

7 Ways Cycling Will Boost Your Mental Health and Happiness
For many of us, we are glad to see the back of 2022. It's been a stressful year, marked by a lot of events that would make anyone’s anxiety levels...