Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Cycle Trekkers Adventures around the world on two wheels! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Greenhouse Interview: Becoming an Eco-friendly Business](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/greenhouse-interview/) - A Greenhouse Interview with Gus of Greenhouse Restaurant, Perth, Australia Michael and I, have the dream of one day owning our very own eco-friendly and sustainable business. To work towards achieving our dream, we plan on exploring and discovering not only new countries and cultures during our cycle trip, but also different eco-friendly businesses. By - [10 secrets to cycle touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/10-secrets-to-cycle-touring/) - 10 secrets to cycle touring that we learnt from our France to China cycle trip 1. You don't need fancy gear. Most people that cycle tour for a long time, invest in expensive, fancy equipment (think touring bikes worth $3000+). This would be ideal, but it's not necessary, so don't let it hold you back. - [What made our first cycle trip different?](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/what-made-our-first-cycle-trip-different/) - What made our first cycle trip different? I've decided to reflect upon this, while shivering to death in the middle of some Kazakh desert, and this is what I came up with. Planning Most people plan their cycle trip over the span of a year, sometimes 2, sometimes even longer. I suggested the trip to - [Route](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/route/) - France to China Route Time: April - October 2014 Distance: 8,500km This is just a rough map of the route we took from France to China. We started in Sty Foy (the French Alps) and cycled all the way to Urumqi, China. Google maps wouldn't let me include a route in China, so the map - [How to make money while cycle touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/make-money-while-cycle-touring/) - How are we going to make money while cycle touring? The question I've been asking myself constantly in the lead up to our cycle tour. It's also the question that friend's and family have been asking me. We all know cycle touring is a cheap way of travelling, however it's still not free, and to cycle - [The cycle tourists' non training plan](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycle-tourists-non-training-plan/) - Training plan for a cycle trip is a pretty good idea… but we didn’t do it. Our trip started from a small ski resort village called Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise, located in the French alps. It was winter time so obviously there was a fair amount of snow around, which made cycling slightly difficult! To embark on a - [Resources for Cycle Touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/resources/) - This is a list of some of the most helpful resources we've used during our travels and research. This list is a working progress, and will update as we are cycling. You may also find some of our cycle touring tip articles useful in planning for your trip. Setting off on a cycle trip for the - [Media](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/media/) - Below is some of the media coverage from the France to China cycle tour in 2014 and our Canada cycle trip in 2016. The France to China cycle tour, was an unplanned, very last minute cycle tour. All this media coverage was obtained while we were on tour, in countries where we had little internet access - [France to China by toilet: World Toilet Day](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/france-to-china-by-toilet-world-toilet-day/) - In honour of World Toilet Day, I'm reposting my 'France to China by toilet' blog post, which I posted on my other site last year during our France to China cycle tour. During the cycle trip I was raising money and awareness about the global sanitation crisis, through the charity, Wateraid. In 2014, I was cycling to raise money - [Home Sweet Home Australia!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/home-sweet-home-australia/) - Update from sunny Australia! It’s been a while since my last post, so I thought it was about time I caught up on some blogging. Home Sweet Home, Australia! It's good to be back! After finishing the cycle trip and leaving China it was finally time to return to ‘normality’. No more peeing outside, sleeping on the - [China: the transition from cyclist to backpacker](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/transition-from-cyclist-to-backpacker/) - It all happened so quickly! One second we were cycle tourists, where the most important things in our lives were our bikes, our panniers, our camping stuff and food and water. The next second we were just backpackers. We no longer owned bikes and were throwing out our tattered panniers and old reused ziplock bags, - [We made it to China by bicycle... what the?!?](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/china-by-bicycle/) - We made it to China by bicycle!!! We cycled over 8,000km, from France to China by bicycle!!! WTF?!? It’s been over a week now, and I’m still in shock. It was a rather surreal, but extremely rewarding feeling when we crossed the border into China. We had finally made it. It just didn’t feel real. We - [Cycling Kazakhstan! The land of yurts and Borat!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-kazakhstan/) - Kazakhstan wasn’t a country we had originally planned to cycle thorough. With the unpredictable closures of the borders from Kyrgyzstan to China, we decided to play it safe and decided cycling Kazakhstan would be the best option. It’s a country I didn’t know much about. A country I didn’t really give a second thought to, - [Cycling Kyrgyzstan](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-kyrgyzstan/) - Hello Kyrgyzstan! The border crossing into Kyrgyzstan was one of the quietest border crossings I have ever been through. A little shack on the side of a road with an old car barrier across the road and 2 friendly guards that spoke no English, but were amused by Michael’s attempt of communicating using his Turkish. - [Cycling Uzbekistan: Next time I’m taking a 4WD!!!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-uzbekistan/) - Uzbekistan broke me and almost broke my bike! Cycling Uzbekistan was probably the most mental and physically exhausting segment of our cycle trip. That being said, it is still a country worth visiting – just don’t do it on a bicycle! It could have been the 5 consecutive months on a bicycle, it could have - [The Turkmen Dash: 5 days, 1 country, 650km](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/the-turkmen-dash/) - Cycling through a country on a transit visa. What is the Turkmen Dash? Well basically, Turkmen government doesn’t really like tourists. So, they only issue transit visas to visitors. This is unless you want to fork out a couple of hundred dollars per day for a guide, which we didn’t. The longest transit visa is - [Discovering Persian Hospitality: our 2 week break](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/discovering-persian-hospitality/) - Holiday time! We decided to take a 2 week break off the bikes to explore a bit more of Iran, as backpackers. Discovering Persian hospitality was definitely a highlight so far, but we were keen to see some more of the culture. With that being said, we didn’t see a whole lot in Tehran, besides - [Discovering Iran by bicycle: to Tehran](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/discovering-iran-by-bicycle/) - There was a sense of relief when we finally crossed into Iran from Turkey. Technically we weren’t supposed to be entering Iran with our own transport. This included bicycles, so we were a little worried we would be turned away at the border. After the horrible cycle from Dogubayazit to the border crossing, the last - [Cycling the Silk Road in Eastern Turkey](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-silk-road-in-eastern-turkey/) - I was sad to leave Cappadocia It was a little tourist haven, with good (vegetarian) food, coffee and plenty of English speakers. Plus of course, I didn’t have to spend any time on a bicycle. It was nice to be back in the backpacking/ tourist world, if only for a short time. It was time - [Cycling the Silk Road in Turkey: to Cappadocia](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-silk-road-in-turkey/) - Cycling the Silk Road in Turkey We have been cycling one of the ancient trade route from the 1200s, famously known as the Silk Road. This trade route runs straight through Central Anatolia, where towns are few and far between and the weather and terrain can be hot and harsh. We started in the port - [Cycling Greece: conquering mountains, winds, storms, sun and the 'feta and olives' combo](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-greece/) - 6 weeks and we finally crossed into Greece I was excited to eat my weight in feta, olives and stuffed vine leaves, though it turned out that cycling Greece was more expensive than anticipated. So unfortunately we didn’t eat out as much as we planned, though with the “Lidl-supermarket-take-over” - a new Lidl store on - [Cycling Macedonia](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-macedonia/) - What can I say about cycling Macedonia? Well, Macedonia is probably is my favourite country that we’ve cycled through, so far. The roads are good, the drivers are courteous, the scenery is amazing and it’s super cheap. We arrived in Macedonia on the beautiful Lake Ohrid. Exhausted, wet and dehydrated. It was quite late in - [Cycling Albania: Great people, shit roads and killer mountains](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/great-people-shit-roads-killer-mountains-cycling-albania/) - We were excited to be cycling Albania - we entered the country from Montenegro, near Lake Shkoder in the North of the country. Enjoying the sunshine, we were taking the day at a relatively slow pace. Just taking in the scenery, stopping for coffee and snack breaks, and enjoying the day and the good weather. - [Zdravo! Cycling Montenegro](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-montenegro/) - We left Dubrovnik with the aim to reach Herceg Novi in Montenegro. We were excited to be cycling Montenegro, assuming we would be leaving the tourists and their buses behind. It turns out that Montenegro is just as touristy as Croatia. So we still had to share the roads with a hundred tour buses. Once - [Croatia on a bike with a Mike](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/croatia-on-a-bike/) - Beautiful Croatia Croatia on a bike was supposed to be our ‘rest’ time. It didn’t quite turn out that way. We arrived into Split very early on a Friday morning, and there were people everywhere. It was supposed to still be the low season. If we were in Split in the low season, I never want - [Italia on a bicycle during our France to China tour](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/italia-on-a-bicycle/) - Pizza, pasta, pesto, gelato, breakfast buffets, nutella, focaccia That pretty much sums up the 12 days we spent in Italia on a bicycle. Good thing I’m on a cycle tour, otherwise I doubt I would still fit into my pants. After we made the steep descent through the Italian Alps, we found a nice camping - [Cycling the French Alps "Oo La La"](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-french-alps/) - The beginning! The first week of cycling the French Alps complete… yay! Having never done anything like this before, I had no idea what to expect. So far it’s been challenging, but it’s been good, and we both have been enjoying it (99% of the time). The first couple of days were relatively easy - - [France to China by Bike Countdown: 25 days to go!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/france-to-china-by-bike-countdown/) - France to china by Bike Countdown What better way to see the world than on a bike? Not only will our be carbon footprint be minimal, we will (hopefully) be fit and healthy, cycle machines. And what better way to get ourselves motivated than to make it a charity cycle trip? So here is our - [RUZER PRO NEUTRON MINI BLAST PUMP: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/ruzer-pro-neutron-mini-blast-pump-gear-review/) - OVERVIEW: I was asked to review the Ruzer ‘Neutron Mini Blast’ pump at a very convenient time for me as I was in the market for a nice compact trail pump to take on bikepacking and mtb outings that wasn’t going to weigh me down and take up much space on my bike or in - [Core Strength for Cyclists](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/core-strength-for-cyclists/) - Cycling, particularly long distance cycling can change the body. I've previously written about some of the changes I experienced and also some of the other changes you may experience while cycle touring. A lot of the negative changes can be reduced by having a strong core - this is why core strength for cyclists is - [How Cycling Changes Your Body: Our Experience](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/how-cycling-changes-your-body-our-experience/) - When we headed off on our first cycle tour, we didn't give much thought to how cycling changes your body. Actually, I'm not sure we gave it any thought at all. Which in hindsight was a bit of a mistake, and perhaps if we had considered these possible changes before we set off, we could - [How Cycle Touring Can Change Your Body](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/how-cycle-touring-can-change-your-body/) - Obviously everyone is different, so how cycle touring can change your body will vary from person to person. Last week I wrote about the experience Michael and I had with our bodies while cycle touring. This week I thought I'd write a little more about some of the changes you may experience, and a few - [Yoga for Cycle Tourists](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/yoga-for-cycle-tourists/) - With the lack of yoga specific to cycle touring (particularly long distance cycle touring). I thought I would share this 30 minute yoga for cycle tourists class that will help prevent those common 'complaints' and issues that can develop when long distance cycle touring. I'll be creating more and more resources to help prepare your - [Strengthening the Back for Cycle Touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/strengthening-the-back-for-cycle-touring/) - The back isn't always something we consider when cycling, however particularly during cycle touring or any long distance cyclists, we spend an extended period of time in the saddle, bending forward towards the handle bars. This puts a lot of pressure on the spine and the discs within the spine. Hence strengthening the back for - [Choosing Travel Insurance for Cycle Touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/travel-insurance-for-cycle-touring/) - Article updated: 29th June 2020 Having the appropriate travel insurance for cycle touring is essential! It gives you peace of mind in case something happens, and ensures you won’t end up forking out unnecessary money. I know a lot of people take the risk and don’t buy travel insurance. Personally, I think that’s insane! I - [Cycle Touring Vs. Bikepacking](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycle-touring-vs-bikepacking/) - Since moving to Bristol, Michael and I have started to break into the bikepacking world, completing a few bikepacking trips in Scotland, Wales and England. We definitely hope to do a few more in future - though COVID has put a little delay on this for now. Personally, I love cycle touring and I love - [Cycle Touring Tip #1: Don't Listen to Other's Negativity](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycle-touring-tip-1-dont-listen-to-others-negativity/) - Monthly Cycle Touring Tip We've received a lot of emails and messages over the past couple of years from people wanting to embark on their first cycle tour, but not really sure where to start or what to consider. To help you out, we've decided that each month we'll post a cycle touring tip to - [Training For Your First Long-Distance British Cycling Tour](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/training-for-your-first-long-distance-british-cycling-tour/) - You’ll cycle between 40 and 60 miles per day during a long-distance cycling tour. However, if you’re one of the newer members of the population who have recently taken up the sport, then you’ll be used to covering an average of just 60 miles per year. As such, when you’re preparing to embark on your first long-distance - [Cycling Bristol: Riding through One of the UK’s Greenest Cities](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-bristol-riding-through-one-of-the-uks-greenest-cities/) - The city of Bristol in South West England, which made it into our ‘10 of the Greenest Cities in the World’ list in 2016, is fast becoming one of the friendliest bike cities in the UK. A year prior, it was given the distinction as the greenest city in the United Kingdom. New cycling initiatives, - [Cycle Touring Videos](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycle-touring-videos/) - Welcome to our Cycle Touring Videos from our France to China cycle trip, Canada trip and other cycle trips. I hope you enjoy them. The photos and videos are shot on a GoPro Hero 2, a Lumix GF1 camera and an iphone SE. Safe travels! Kelly & Michael x France to China by bike Cycle Touring - [5 Reasons To Cycle Around The Globe](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/5-reasons-to-cycle-around-the-globe/) - Although cycling may not be the instant go-to form of transportation that the majority of people tend to think about when they consider trotting the globe, it certainly should be. By cycling, you don’t miss out on your journey as you’re ever-present and exposed to the elements, surroundings and adventure continuously. If you need a - [Polar Circle Marathon Fundraiser](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/polar-circle-marathon-fundraiser/) - Well I can’t believe it’s over and I actually survived. I’m not going to lie, in the week leading up to the run I was extremely nervous. My training had not really gone to plan, and even my work mate kept telling me she was concerned for my safety (yes, Cat, I’m referring to you). - [New Challenges: Running the Polar Circle Marathon for the kids… and fun (I guess)](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/new-challenges-running-the-polar-circle-marathon-for-the-kids/) - A handful of people know that I’m running the Polar Circle Marathon in Greenland this Autumn. I haven’t told too many people about it – why Because, frankly, I have no idea whether I’m actually going to make it to the end. It’s going to be up there with one of the most extreme ‘whatthefuckwasIthinking’ - [Montem Sneaky Snuggler Puffy Camping Blanket: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/montem-sneaky-snuggler-puffy-camping-blanket/) - SPECS: Material: 20D Ripstop Nylon with DWR water resistant coating Filling: 3D Hollow Fibre Synthetic Insulation Temperature Rating: 40°+ Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius) Colour: Slate with Red Trim Size When Spread Out: 54” x 80” (137cm x 203cm) Size in Carry Bag: 9” x 17” (23cm x 43cm) Weight: 3.3lbs (1.4kg) Compact: Yes Tear Resistant: Yes Water Resistant: Yes PROS: Super soft comfy feeling material, - [GALEN LEATHER BICYCLE BAGS: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/galen-leather-bicycle-bags/) - GALLEN LEATHER ‘CROSS BAR BAG’ AND ‘LARGE SADDLE BAG’ SPECS: (Cross bar bag) Top 9.84” (25cm) Bottom 7.87” (20cm) Height 4.7” (12cm) (Large saddlebag) 4” x 8” (10cm x 20cm) Distance between straps 3.54” (9cm) PROS: Stylish on a city bike or classic touring bike Leather is extremely durable and long lasting Looks great if - [We are still alive! A year since we ended the long distance bike trip.](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/year-since-we-ended-the-long-distance-bike-trip/) - It’s been over a year since we ended the long distance bike trip… yes, I know I haven’t blogged in ages – sorry! We are still alive, still cycling (though slightly shorter distances) and still running Cycletrekkers. Though Michael and I are no longer cycle touring and have embarked on a somewhat normal-ish life, we - [Five Things to Consider Before Your Bike Trip](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/five-things-to-consider-before-your-bike-trip/) - Whether you would like to spend a few relaxing or challenging days at a new destination, it is important that you plan your trip in advance. You need to make sure that you are ready for the trip, and you have everything covered, from accommodation to protein bars and transport. The following tips will help - [5 Best places to ride a bike in 2018](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/5-best-places-to-ride-a-bike-in-2018/) - As soon as you leave the bike racks in Gas Works Park, it becomes clear that the Seattle Urban Loop is one of the best places to ride a bike in 2018, but there are many more, from Arizona to Maine, and all the way down to Florida. In fact, the United States is home - [Gorgeous Mountain Trails in the US to do on a Bike](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/gorgeous-mountain-trails-in-the-us-to-do-on-a-bike/) - So, you now have a bike and can’t wait to ride in on a unique mountain trail? It’s really hard deciding on a good enough trail, though, isn’t it? Well, if you need awesome research fast, we’re here to help you with 5 best picks of breathtakingly gorgeous mountain scenery you can enjoy while cycling. - [How to Pack for a Hiking Trip with Your Bike](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/how-to-pack-for-a-hiking-trip-with-your-bike/) - Need an expert’s advice on what to pack for a hiking trip with your bike? Well, you’re on the right page. Apart from the bike and the helmet which you can’t leave home without, there are quite a few items that should be on your list too. Gear storage You’ll need quite a few bags - [Top 5 European Countries to do on a Bike This Fall](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/top-5-european-countries-to-do-on-a-bike-this-fall/) - Biking is exciting regardless of where you’re doing it, but have you ever thought about going on a trip through Europe? Having a different venue to bike it offers a lot of challenge, new terrain and excitement of discovering trails. You can also enjoy the new scenery and vegetation! In this article, we are going - [5 of the World’s Most Epic Bike Rides in the Southern Hemisphere](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/5-of-the-worlds-most-epic-bike-rides-in-the-southern-hemisphere/) - Biking can be a great way to connect with nature and even discover a new city. Still, many of those who enjoy cycling also like to try out various types of trails in all season. From muddy trails in the spring rain to snowing trails in the winter, biking can be a great way to - [Cycling in Europe: The Best Routes to Try According To Your Level of Experience](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-europe-the-best-routes-to-try-according-to-your-level-of-experience/) - Cycling in Europe has a lot to offer: wonderful vistas, friendly people, and a rich cultural background. You can experience the Old Continent in a new way, traveling by your bike, on different routes. That’s why we found the best trails for you, regardless whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced cyclist. Brittany to Normandy This - [Hacienda Merida: Ecotourism in Nicaragua](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/hacienda-merida-ecotourism-in-nicaragua/) - Hacienda Merida: Ecotourism in Nicaragua For my birthday this year, we had the pleasure of discovering some ecotourism in Nicaragua, while staying at Haceinda Merida on Ometepe Island in Nicaragua. Though the last 7km cycling down the dirt road to the hotel was a bit of a challenge, it was worth it in the end. - [Discovering you don't want to be long term cycle touring](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/dont-want-to-be-long-term-cycle-touring/) - And that's a wrap! I know this might come as a shock to some, but while having time to think and discuss our trip, our expectations and what we want from the cycle trip, we actually discovered that we don't want to be long term cycle touring. We’ve both travelled to around 70 countries, on - [Eco Discoveries](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/eco-discoveries/) - What are Eco Discoveries? One day we want to own a cycle-friendly, eco-guesthouse or hostel. We appreciate the need to be sustainable and want to make our hostel, as eco-friendly as possible. What better way to research and collect ideas for our future endeavour, than making eco discoveries through visiting established and aspiring eco-friendly businesses, buildings - [Exploring Nicaragua with bicycles!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/exploring-nicaragua/) - Our first day exploring Nicaragua was spent mostly sleeping, eating and procrastinating over putting the bikes back together after the long flight to Latin America - ok so not much exploring. This resulted in us spending an extra day in country’s capital though, which I don't really recommend. So, did our bikes make it? Yes, they - [Flying with bicycles: the USA to Nicaragua](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/flying-with-bicycles-the-usa-to-nicaragua/) - The first stage: Buffalo to Toronto Overall the flight to Nicaragua was a bit of a nightmare. This was the first time we had ever tried flying with bicycles, and unfortunately it didn’t go completely smoothly. First, we caught the greyhound from Buffalo to Toronto. This was probably the only part of the trip that - [Gear List](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/gear/) - This gear list will be updated regularly during our cycle trips (sorry, we're not that organised to have pretty photos to include in the post - but we're working on it). Michael is also working on some gear reviews to add to this section. Watch this space! USA and Latin America: 2017 The Bikes We - [Farewell Canada: Cycling Canada to Argentina](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/farewell-canada-cycling-canada-to-argentina/) - After spending almost 6 months in Halifax, I couldn't believe the time to leave had finally arrived. From Halifax we were starting the next leg of our world cycle tour: cycling Canada to Argentina! Being a Haligonian! When Michael and I arrived in Halifax we had good intentions of maintaining our level of fitness – - [Cycling New England: Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-new-england/) - Excited to be on the road and cycling NEW ENGLAND!! Cycling in Northern Maine felt like an extension to the Maritimes in Canada – fishing villages, sailboats, pine trees, granite rocks, the Atlantic Ocean and super friendly people. From the border we started cycling New England by cycling down route 1 (for the most part). - [Cycling the Erie Canal Trail and New York](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-erie-canal-trail-and-new-york/) - Cycling into New York I was pumped to be cycling in New York state, and to start cycling the Erie Canal Trail to Buffalo. I'd heard so much positivity about the trail, and the countryside, I couldn't wait to actually experience it for myself. As soon as we crossed into New York State, bicycle route - [THERM-A-REST EVOLITE SLEEPING PAD (regular size): Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/therm-a-rest-evolite-sleeping-pad-regular-size/) - SPECS: Therm-a-rest Evolite sleeping pad Weight; 520gms Dimensions; Length 183cm, Width 51cm, Thickness 5cm Packed size; 23cm x 13cm Price paid; $152 PROS: • Very comfortable. • Nice and warm. • Small packed size for a full length mat. • Very thick when inflated. CONS: • Expensive. • Problem with outer material separating from inner causing - [MSR HUBBA HUBBA NX 2 PERSON TENT: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/msr-hubba-hubba-nx-2-person-tent/) - SPECS: MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 Person Tent Weight: 1.72kg (3lbs 13 oz.) Dimensions: 1.27m x 2.13m total internal floor area of 2.7sqm Price paid: $437 from MEC Packed dimensions: 46cm x 15cm PROS: • Very spacious inside for two people with gear. • Superlight weight and packs down very small. • Sets up extremely - [BRODIE CIRCUIT 2015 Touring Bike: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/brodie-circuit-2015/) - SPECS: BRODIE CIRCUIT 2015 Weight; 12.97 kg (28.6 pounds) Material; 4130-butted Chromoly steel Brakes; Hayes MX5 mechanical disc brakes Rims; Alex TD-17 Front Derailleur; Shimano Altus Rear Derailleur; Shimano Claris Cranks; Shimano Acera 28/38/48T Cassette; Shimano Acera 11-30T Shifters; Shimano bar end 8 speed Hubs; Shimano M475 / Formula Size; XL (60cm) Price paid; $850 Canadian - [DISCOVERING NEW BRUNSWICK BY BICYCLE](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/discovering-new-brunswick-by-bicycle/) - Michael's write up of discovering New Brunswick by bicycle during out coast to coast Canada cycle trip in Autumn 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up about cycling in New Brunswick. NEW BRUNSWICK.…WAY BETTER THAN THE OLD ONE. Waking up at the border sign between Quebec and New Brunswick we knew our seventh province - [Halifax City Guide for Cycle Tourists](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/halifax-city-guide-for-cycle-tourists/) - So here is our halifax city guide for cycle tourists! Some cyclists end here, some cyclists start here, some might just pass through. Either way, Halifax is the biggest city in the Maritimes, and definitely has a lot to offer. I’ve spent the past 6 months in Halifax, exploring the city and discovering a few - [Accommodation Options for Cycle Tourists](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/accommodation-options-for-cycle-tourists/) - There are plenty of different accommodation options for cycle tourists when on tour. One huge decision factor will be budget. Another will be your chosen destination and route, and what is actually available. This article is going to explore some of the accommodation options for cycle tourists. These options might not be for everyone, but - [Hello! An update from Halifax!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/update-from-halifax/) - Michael and I have been busy little bees this week! After arriving in Halifax a week earlier than planned, we've been busy cleaning and mending gear, looking for jobs for the winter season and exploring the awesome city of Halifax! We also got the opportunity to host two of our cyclist friends, Jacque and Luisa. They - [CYCLING THE MARITIMES: PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND AND NOVA SCOTIA](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-maritimes-prince-edward-island-and-nova-scotia/) - Michael's write up about cycling the Maritimes (Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia), during our cross Canada cycle trip in Autumn 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up about cycling Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. CYCLING THE MARITIMES: WELCOME TO ATLANTIC CANADA!! We left New Brunswick to pop into Canada’s smallest province, Prince - [What to do when you find an injured animal on your travels](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/injured-animal-on-your-travels/) - Found an injured animal on your travels, and not sure what to do? This is a list of animal shelters, organisations, groups and people around the world that can provide help or give advice on what to do when you find an injured animal on your travels. One thing that really got to us during - [MEET OUR NEW TOURING BIKES!!!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/touring-bikes/) - With only a week left before we begin our dream of cycling around the world we are both getting pretty pumped to begin our next adventure. And getting to meet our new touring bikes!! It took me several months of scouring the internet and umming and ahhing over the pros and cons of dozens of - [The first stretch: Vancouver to Hope](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/vancouver-to-hope/) - At points over the past week it seemed like it was never going to happen, but it did. We finally set off cycling again - the first stretch, Vancouver to Hope. This was supposed to be the easy part, to get us back into the world of cycle touring, but nothing went as planned! Let's - [Highway 5 from Hope to Merritt: Coquihalla summit](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/highway-5-from-hope-to-merritt/) - Coquihalla summit Quite a few people had warned us about highway 5 from Hope to Merritt. Apparently the Coquihalla summit and the Great Bear Snow Shed was renounced for being a long brutal climb. I asked one local, “How long is the ascent to the submit?” His answer, “At least 50km.” I was a bit - [Canada Cycling Stats](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/canada-cycling-stats/) - Canada cycling stats noted during the start of our world cycle tour, during our cycle across Canada. The first table is a Canada cycling stats summary, then below that are all the stats for each province (because that's how nerdy I am when it comes to stats). Canada Cycling Stats Canada Cycling Stats Total km cycled - [Cycling the ranchlands of British Columbia](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-the-ranchlands-of-british-columbia/) - So we began cycling the Ranchlands of British Columbia From Merritt we jumped onto the old highway 5A through the valley. Rolling hillsides and lakes started popping up around us as we started cycling the ranchlands of British Columbia. It was a beautiful cycle, the only issue was there was a lot of private land and - [Cycling to the Canadian Rockies](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling_to_the_canadian-rockies/) - Kelly's write up about cycling to the Canadian Rockies during our cross Canada cycle tour during Summer 2016. Click here to read Michael's write up of cycling from Vancouver to the Rockies. After Clearwater Michael and I were expecting several days of gruelling and constant climbing while cycling to the Canadian Rockies. It was actually nothing - [Cycling in Jasper and the Icefields Parkway](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-jasper-and-the-icefields-parkway/) - Cycling in Jasper and the Icefields Parkway: Jasper National Park We had a good start to cycling in Jasper and the Icefields Parkway, or not. Not long after leaving our campsite at Mt Robson, Michael took a fall off the bike. The first fall of the trip (and hopefully the last)! I didn’t even notice - [HEADWINDS AND MOSQUITOS: STRUGGLING THROUGH SASKATCHEWAN ON TWO WHEELS.](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/saskatchewan-on-two-wheels/) - Michael's write up about discovering Saskatchewan on two wheels during out cycle trip across Canada in the summer of 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up about Cycling in Saskatchewan and Pedalling the Prairies. Ready to discover Saskatchewan on two wheels We rolled out of Calgary full of hope for dry weather and favourable winds through the - [Cycling in Manitoba. New Province, More Prairies!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-manitoba/) - Kelly's write about about cycling in Manitoba. Click here to read Michael's write up about biking in Manitoba. Cycling in Manitoba As we entered Manitoba the roads went from bad to worst! The hard shoulder disappeared and was replaced with a soft shoulder (or gravelly road that cannot be cycled). This meant while cycling in - [Cycling the Bow Valley Parkway and beyond](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/bow-valley-parkway/) - Kelly's write up of cycling the Bow Valley Parkway, from Lake Louise to Calgary during Summer in 2016. Click here to read Michael's write up about riding to Calgary. From Lake Louise we cycled the Bow Valley Parkway to Banff, then the Legacy Trail to Canmore and hopped on the Trans-American to Calgary. Completing our - [CYCLING THE ROCKIES TO CALGARY!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling_the_rockies_to_calgary/) - Michael's write up about cycling the Rockies to Calgary during our cycle trip across Canada in Summer 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up about cycling the Rockies to Calgary, and to the start of the Prairies! THE ROCKIES TO COWBOY COUNTRY Hello Rockies! After a pretty harsh introduction to cycling the Rockies to Calgary - [Goal Zero Rock Out 2 Speakers: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/goal-zero-rock-out-2-speakers/) - SPECS: Goal Zero Rock Out 2 Speakers WEIGHT: 340gms DIMENSIONS: 17.8 x 6.4 x 9.5 cm POWER SOURCE: USB Rechargeable built in lithium battery RECHARGE TIME (MANUFACTURER CLAIMED): 2 Hours RUN TIME (MANUFACTURER CLAIMED): 20 Hours PROS: Attaches to bike very easily and securely Super rugged and water resistant design Very good bass and loud enough - [EVO Low Rider Fork Mounted Front Rack: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/evo-low-rider-fork-mounted-front-rack-gear-review/) - SPECS for the EVO Low Rider fork mounted front rack: Weight: 635gms Dimensions: 24.9 cm x 31.75 cm Price Paid: $39.99 (CAD) PROS: Easily attaches to mid blade eyelets and lower fork eyelets Doesn’t interfere with mechanical disc brakes Cheap! Low profile, Can’t be seen when panniers attached CONS: Unstable, causes “wobble issues” Cheap poor - [VANCOUVER TO THE ROCKIES; WET DAYS ON TWO WHEELS.](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/vancouver-to-the-rockies/) - Michael's write up of our the start of our cycle trip in Canada, cycling from Vancouver to the Rockies. Click here to read Kelly's write up of cycling in British Columbia. It’s here! Cycling Vancouver to The Rockies! After 3 years of having very vague plans to ride across Canada the time had finally come! So here - [Cycling Lake Superior in Ontario](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-lake-superior/) - Kelly's write up of cycling Lake Superior! Click here to read Michael's write up of biking Ontario. Lake Superior is friggin’ huge! Cycling Lake Superior was one of the highlights of our cycle trip across Canada. It’s the largest freshwater lake in the world, and has some stunning national and provincial parks, and I’m sure - [Country Tracker](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/country-tracker/) - Country Tracker for our world Cycle Tour To be honest, I didn't know whether I should keep a Country Tracker for our trip on the website, but I like maps and my favourite colour is blue. So, here it is - the country tracker for our world cycle tour! Check out our proposed route if - [Ontario by bicycle: "I WAS BORN IN ONTARIO"](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/ontario-by-bicycle/) - Michael's write up of crossing Ontario by bicycle during our 7000km cycle trip across Canada in Sept 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up of cycling Ontario to Thunder Bay, cycling Lake Superior and cycling to Ottawa. No I in fact was not born in Ontario, but as soon we entered this freaking huge province Neil - [Cycling Ontario: To Thunder Bay](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-ontario-thunder-bay/) - Kelly's write up of cycling Ontario to Thunder Bay. Click here to check out Michael's write up of biking through Ontario. Cycling Ontario and it's Lake-lands Originally we had planned to dip into the USA and cycle the south side of Lake Superior. We had heard several horror stories about cycling Ontario, particularly the roads - [AND THE PRAIRIES ROLL ON…BIKING MANITOBA!!!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/biking_manitoba/) - Michael's write up of biking Manitoba during our cycle tour across Canada in the Summer of 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up of biking Manitoba. Manitobans had a lot to live up to after the super friendly Saskatchewan locals made us feel welcome in the prairies. The border sign and their license plates say - [Cycling the Alberta Prairies](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling_the_alberta_prairies/) - Kelly's write up about cycling the Alberta Prairies during our cycle trip across Canada in Summer 2016! Click here to read Michael's write up of cycling across the Prairies. A couple of rest days in Calgary and then a couple more in Airdrie was exactly what we needed before Cycling the Alberta Prairies! We had - [Canada Cycle Route Trip Notes: 2016](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/canada-cycle-route/) - Our Canada Cycle Route When: June - October 2016 Total kilometres: 7000km Direction: West to East (we still had headwinds) For more stats click here. I’ve copied the 'Canada Cycle Route' notes idea and layout from one of our warmshowers host, Peggy. She created a similar page outlining her 2015 trip, which I found really - [Cycling in the Saskatchewan Prairies of Canada](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-the-saskatchewan-prairies/) - Kelly's write up about cycling in the Saskatchewan Prairies during our coast to coast cycle trip. Click here to read Michael's blog post about cycling the Prairies. Hello Saskatchewan! Cycling in the Saskatchewan Prairies. As soon as we crossed into Saskatchewan there was an instant change in road quality. No more wide hard shoulder and - [Pedalling the Prairies: Swift Current to Manitoba](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/pedalling_the_prairies/) - Kelly's write up of pedalling the Prairies during our cycle tour across Canada in the summer of 2016. Click here to read Michael's write up about cycling in the Prairies. Pedalling the Prairies of Saskatchewan While pedalling the Prairies we discovered friendly people, good campsites and great cafes. We also discovered that the Prairies went - [Cycling Nova Scotia: Hello Halifax!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-nova-scotia/) - Kelly's write up about cycling Nova Scotia during our 7000km cycle tour across Canada in the Autumn of 2016. Michael's write up will be available soon. The storm Cycling Nova Scotia and the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton was going to be a challenge, and instead of feeling like strong cyclists we were feeling a - [VIVE LE QUEBEC! QUEBEC BY BICYCLE!](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/quebec-by-bicycle/) - Michael's write up of our time spent crossing Quebec by bicycle, during our 7000km cycle trip across Canada in Autumn 2016. Click here to read Kelly's write up of cycling in Quebec. VIVE LE QUEBEC! ROLLIN’ FREE LIKE A WHEEL OF CHEESE THROUGH A TASTY LITTLE SLICE OF EUROPE IN CANADA! Our introduction to this delicious, cycle - [Cycling Ontario: Onwards to Ottawa](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/onwards-to-ottawa/) - Kelly's write up of cycling to Ottawa, during our coast to coast Canada cycle trip. Her other Ontario blog posts are cycling to Thunder Bay and Cycling Lake Superior. Click here to read Michael's write up of cycling in Ontario. We still had 850km to cycle to reach the country’s capital, Ottawa. After some discussion, we decided to - [Cycling in Quebec](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-quebec/) - Kelly's write up of cycling in Quebec during our cross Canada cycle trip in September 2016. Click here to read Michael's write up about exploring Quebec by bicycle. We were excited to finally be cycling in Quebec! As soon as we crossed into Quebec the roads seemed more European. The buildings seemed more historic and - [Entering the Maritimes: cycling in New Brunswick](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-in-new-brunswick/) - Kelly's write up of cycling in New Brunswick during our coast to coast Canada cycle trip in Autumn 2016. Click here to read Michael's write up of discovering New Brunswick by bicycle. Winter is coming! We ended up cycling into New Brunswick in the evening of a very cold night. The Trans Canada bike trail that - [Cycling Prince Edward Island: Canada’s smallest province](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/cycling-prince-edward-island/) - Kelly's write up of cycling Prince Edward Island during our cross Canada cycle trip in Autumn 2016. Michael's write up of exploring Prince Edward Island by bicycle will be published soon (ish). The Confederation Bridge It’s not cheating if you are forced to take a shuttle! With that being said, I’m glad we weren’t allowed - [LifeStraw Go water bottle filter: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/lifestraw-go-water-bottle-filter-gear-review/) - SPECS for the LifeStraw Go water bottle filter: Weight: 221gms Dimensions: 22.85cm x 7.6cm x 7.6cm Volume: 650ml Filter capacity: 1000ltrs PROS: Easy and quick filtration method No batteries or chemicals needed Fits in standard water bottle cages Easy to clean Can be operated one handed on the bike (flip top mouth piece) Comes with - [Origin8 Classique Cargo HD Front Rack: Gear Review](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/origin8-classique-cargo-hd-front-rack/) - SPECS for the Origin8 Classique Cargo HD Front Rack: Weight: 950gms Dimensions: 38cm x 35.5cm x 35.5cm Price paid: $55 USD + postage on Amazon PROS: 25 kg capacity! Well-made and sturdy ‘one piece’ construction Plenty of attachment points for cargo Looks cool with a kick ass matte black paint job Adjustable height Can fit - [Vancouver City Guide for Cycle Tourists](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/vancouver-city-guide-for-cycle-tourists/) - So, why did I decided to put together this Vancouver City Guide for Cycle Tourists? Last summer I was fortunate enough to land myself a summer job in Vancouver, working at Capilano Suspension Bridge. If you haven’t heard about Capilano yet, don’t worry you would have by the time you leave Vancouver. It’s hard to escape the park’s - [Discovering the Patagonia Store in Halifax](https://www.cycletrekkers.com/patagonia-store-in-halifax/) - Refocusing on our purpose Right, so when I initially set up this website I wanted to focus on the environmental aspects of the trip. The eco-friendly establishments, organisation and buildings that we encounter. 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