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 dropping temperatures does not need to turn us into hermits. We can still get out there and explore, we just need to prepare for it and be dress for the occasion! When preparing for a winter bikepacking trip, it's essential to carefully consider the gear and clothing needed to ensure a safe and comfortable adventure. Layered clothing plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature and prov...

Top Bicycle Tires for Epic Bikepacking and Bike Touring Adventures Choosing the Right Tire for Your Next Ride Going on a bikepacking or bike touring adventure is a great experience, blending the thrill of exploration with the joy of cycling. However, the success of such an adventure heavily relies on having the right equipment, particularly the right bicycle tires. Choosing the perfect tire can mean the difference between a smooth, enjoyable journey and a challenging ordeal. Let’s delve into the world of bicycle tires suited for bikepacking and bike touring....

The Ultimate Guide to Bike Touring Portugal and South-west Spain Are you looking for where to plan your next bike tour? Look no further than Portugal and Southwest Spain! This part of Europe offers some of the most diverse and beautiful landscapes for bicycle touring. From the rolling hills of the Douro Valley to the rugged coastline of the Algarve, to the culinary hotspot of Seville, the region is a cyclist’s paradise. But it’s not just the picturesque landscapes that make Portugal and Spain a must-see destination for bicycle touring. The region is also h...

3 Elements to Consider in Choosing Bike Touring Panniers in 2022 Why You Need a Good Bicycle Touring Pannier The word pannier, pronounced pan-yay, is French for basket. It is the term given to a bag that is carried on the back or front of a bicycle. The term has its origins in the bicycle touring culture of France in the late 1800s and early 1900s as the average cyclist (which included almost everyone back then) would need to carry supplies such as tools, food, etc., as they would commute over longer distances or just ride to the local market down the str...

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 dedication painted the cityscape of Toronto. Over 9000 cyclists took to the city streets, each riding with a singular vision – to support brain health. A grand total of $4,295 was raised for this crucial cause in the "Bike For Brain Health" event, as cyclists from far and wide pedaled their hearts out. We at Cycle Touring Life were elated to sponsor this event and are overwhelmed by the incred...

Pedaling the Path to Awesome Once upon a time, in the land of nine-to-five jobs and endless spreadsheets, there lived a man named Bob. Bob was your average guy, with an average job, living an average life. But Bob had a dream. A dream that was far from average. He dreamed of trading his office chair for a bicycle seat, his suit for a helmet, and his spreadsheets for a map. And one day, he did just that. He decided to embark on a bikepacking trip across the country. Bob wasn't exactly what you'd call an athlete. H...

What is a hydration backpack and why do cyclists need it? Sports hydration packs are essential for any active person whether they are engaged in outdoor activities like cycling or hiking, and many outdoor activities. Hydration backpacks are a unique product that every long distance cyclists needs. Not only can they store water for those long rides but they also have the ability to hold other necessary items such as phones, snacks, and even clothes. This becomes even more critical if your bike frame is fitted with a bikepacking frame bag and space fo...

7 Ways Cycling Will Boost Your Mental Health and Happiness Dramatically lower your stress and anxiety levels through cycling. 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 spike. Will 2023 be any better? It can if we do something about it by getting our bike out and hitting the road! Our modern life is stressful. With the constant demands of work, family, and social obligations, and of course the daily barrage of bad news, it's no wonder that ...

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 Monica, California, to Chicago, Illinois, along Route 66. His objective? for the benefit of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), to raise $250,000. The experience of vision loss in his own family served as O'Rourke's motivation. Retinitis pigmentosa, a rare eye illness that progressively eats away at the retina, was identified in his father Tom. O'Rourke's grandfather, w...

WOHO XTOURING Celebrates Successful Promotion of Innovative Bikepacking Bags at Taipei Cycle The world of adventure cycling and bikepacking is abuzz with excitement following the successful unveiling and promotion of a new line of innovative bags by a leading bike accessories brand at this week's Taipei Cycle Show. WOHO, which has remained at the forefront of cycling gear innovation, has once again made a mark with its ground-breaking designs, garnering praise from industry insiders and cycling enthusiasts alike. The Taipei Cycle Show, a prestigious annual event held in Taiwan, t...

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 exploring new places and cultures by bicycle. One of the main attractions of bicycle touring is the freedom and independence it offers. Unlike other forms of travel, bicycle touring allows you to travel at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can stop and explore interesting places along the way, and you have the flexibility to change your route or plans if you want to. Bicycle touring is ...