It’s here again. I can see my breath when I walk outside. It’s dark at 4:30 in the afternoon. And when I sit on my perch in front of the television, I use a blanket while my frozen feet thaw.…
Choosing a Touring Bicycle
Are you considering a self-supported, long-distance bicycle trip sometime in the future? Choosing a touring bicycle that will get you there comfortably and safely requires some forethought. Here are some features to look for as you prepare your own shopping list.…
Six Essential Nonessentials on a Bicycle Tour
Some items on a bicycle tour packing list are essential. A bicycle, appropriate clothing, water bottles, tools, spare tubes, and a pump come to mind. I would even put maps and duct tape on that list. But another category of items are nonessential. Of those,…
Sensory Overload: Delayed Gratification or Delayed Misery?
Have you ever had memories pop into your mind that you thought were long lost, or that you didn’t even know were there? Debbie and I have experienced this regularly after our recent bicycle tours. Months later, we might remember…
Tim’s Top 5 Places on Cross-Country Bicycle Tour
People often ask which places Debbie and I enjoyed the most on our 2010 cross-country bicycle tour. The trip itself was a phenomenal experience, particularly as newlyweds. About everything we encountered was new to our lives, including one another. So, I have many…