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.
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...
Riding for Sight: NHL Ref Dan O'Rourke's Cross-Country Fundraiser
NHL referee Dan O'Rourke is cycling over 3,000 miles along Route 66 from California to Chicago to raise $250,000 for the National Federation of the Blind; O'Rourke is inspired by...
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...
Pedaling the Path to Awesome
Faced with the foot of a towering mountain, Bob gulped as his map had failed to acknowledge this intimidating feature. But, being no stranger to a challenge, Bob took a...
WOHO XTOURING Celebrates Successful Promotion of Innovative Bikepacking Bags at Taipei Cycle
Groundbreaking designs in bikepacking and bike touring bags make waves at Asia's premier bicycle trade show.