Skyline Drive is a 105 mile long road that runs the entire length of Shenandoah National Park. If you aren’t from the D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area, you might be wondering. Where is Skyline Drive?” The drive begins in Front Royal, Virginia and ends in Afton, Virginia. The Southern Terminus is also the startContinue reading “The Cyclists Guide to Bikepacking Skyline Drive”
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The Cyclist’s Guide to Bikepacking the Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of America’s most iconic roads. Running through and over the Appalachian Mountains, the parkway connects Shenandoah National Park to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is visited by more than 15 million sightseers every year making it the most toured national park unit in the US. While most tendContinue reading “The Cyclist’s Guide to Bikepacking the Blue Ridge Parkway”
How to Pick Bikepacking Shoes
So you’re going on an adventure! Usually one of the first questions on everyone’s mind is what kind of gear do I need for a bikepacking trip? Let’s go for a deep dive into how to pick bikepacking shoes. Looking for more bicycle touring content? Go to our content page Type of Shoe Selecting aContinue reading “How to Pick Bikepacking Shoes”
How to Plan a Bikepacking Trip
Want to go on a bike tour but aren’t sure where to start? Don’t worry. If you follow a few simple steps you’ll be off the couch and out on the road in no time! Looking for more bicycle touring content? Go to our content page Step 1: Pick a Place The first step ofContinue reading “How to Plan a Bikepacking Trip”
The Comprehensive Bicycle Touring and Bikepacking Gear Checklist
Looking for more bicycle touring content? Go to our content page Bike equipment Bike Helmet Headlight Taillight (with blinking option) Cable Lock Mirror (for handlebar or helmet) Fenders 2 Water bottles with cages Straps/bungee cords Saddlebag Handlebar bag Panniers Trailer Repair Items Spare tubes Mini-Pump Tire levers Cycling multi-tool Spare spokes Spoke wrench 6″ adjustableContinue reading “The Comprehensive Bicycle Touring and Bikepacking Gear Checklist”
What is Bicycle Touring?
Bicycle touring, sometimes known as bike-packing, is the act of traveling by bicycle. A tour can last from a few days, to months or even years! Bike travel can be done on your local trail or across the world. This article will explore a few of the different options and approaches that people take whenContinue reading “What is Bicycle Touring?”