Cycling inspiration
Are you an experienced cyclist who has traveled several times, or are you going on a cycling holiday for the very first time? We have some great recommendations and tips for you. Of course there is much more inspiration in all travel stories from our world trip by bicycle. And discover all our cycling videos on the video page.
January 27, 2022
Packing list cycling in winter For our new adventure, we are heading to Scandinavia in the winter. We already have a lot of winter experience, but not so much on […]
August 15, 2021
During our world trip we cycled with full packs: two rear panniers, two front panniers and a handlebar bag. At that time we had summer and winter clothes in our bags, a laptop, and an empty backpack on the back of our bikes...
March 12, 2021
Snow-capped mountains, the northern lights, glittering fjords, Norway captures the imagination of every adventurer. The mythical North Cape is on the wish list of many cyclists.
December 1, 2020
Copenhagen has already beaten Amsterdam and Utrecht twice as the best city for cycling in the world. Is Denmark really such a bicycle country as the Netherlands? We traveled through Denmark on skates last summer and followed various national and regional cycling routes...
September 15, 2020
Mexico is a huge country with many different regions, climates, cultures and nature. Yucatan is tropical and flat, Chiapas has beautiful waterfalls, Oaxaca delicious food, but we think the Huasteca Mountains are the most beautiful part of Mexico that we got to know...
August 15, 2020
Mexico, according to many cyclists, one of the best countries for cycling. Because of the delicious food, the hospitable people, the beautiful nature and the countless routes. We cycled more than 3,000 kilometers from south to north and crossed many provinces...
June 10, 2020
What to pack on a camping trip? I go on a trip and take with me: my backpack, sleeping bag, tent, toothbrush,…. We have an extensive packing list for cycling, hiking, canoeing and skiing...
May 1, 2020
The Appalachian Mountains is a low mountain range in the east of the United States. One of the most famous long-distance hikes in the world, the Appalachian Trail, extends the entire length of the mountains. A thru-hike is a huge challenge that takes four to six months to cover the 3,500 kilometers...
March 17, 2020
In 2019 we decided to hike the Appalachian Trail. We wanted a backpack that was as light as possible, without making major concessions on comfort and personal care. One of the most difficult choices was the decision between sleeping a tent and a hammock...
January 3, 2020
Guatemala is known for its beautiful nature, the volcanoes, the Maya culture and its steep climbs. It is a very tough country to cycle through, especially if you leave the busy main roads. However, the reward is great because it is a beautiful country and highly recommended by bicycle...
December 5, 2019
People sometimes say we are crazy when they see how much food we carry. Our bag is full with a whole bunch of fresh vegetables, pasta, sour cream and herbs. That is not surprising when you go camping for a weekend, but it is when you walk 1,000 kilometers on the Appalachian Trail...
November 2, 2019
Once, we started a world trip by bicycle without any experience. We bought second-hand bicycles, second-hand panniers, a tent and left on an indefinite journey. We soon learned to pack our bags and sent home unnecessary items...
April 29, 2019
From Bogota to Ushuaia or from Ushuaia to Quito, both are iconic bicycle touring routes and every year there are many cyclists undertaking this adventure...
April 28, 2019
You have to make a detour for it, but many cyclists are willing to get that extra stamp. Between Guatemala and the Yucatan province in Mexico lies...
January 16, 2019
If we can recommend one country for cycling in South America, it is certainly not Ecuador. It is a beautiful country, but it is very tough for cycling...
January 7, 2019
"Survival are techniques to get out of a difficult situation as quickly as possible, bushcraft are techniques to enjoy living in nature and use its resources"...
December 3, 2018
If you ask a cyclist which country in South America was best for cycling, many will put Bolivia in their top three. Bolivia has everything...
November 23, 2018
Colombia is a fantastic country for cycling. Nature is beautiful, people are great and there is more fresh fruit than you can ever eat...
October 30, 2018
The Reserva Ecologica El Angel is a reward for who just enters Ecuador or leaves the country for Colombia. Any alternative to avoid the busy Panamarican
October 24, 2018
In South America there are only a few cities that are bike friendly. Either it is life-threatening with reckless minivans and taxis, or the streets are so steep...
September 22, 2018
Cycling in Peru is beautiful and heavy at the same time. The routes go from top to bottom with climbing and descents of sixty kilometers...
September 11, 2018
The car-free cycling route in Peru Caraz to Huamachuco The car-free title may have been slightly exaggerated, but only five cars passed us at the day. That is almost car-free […]
August 20, 2018
Cycling is fun, a world trip by bike is perhaps the best thing there is, although there are times when it is not fun at all. Of course, there are challenges...
August 15, 2018
Peru is a fantastic cycling country for those who love mountains, winding roads, cycling above 4,000 meters, a lively culture and beautiful views...
August 6, 2018
After more than 15,000 kilometers in the saddle we can call ourselves world cyclists. Two years ago we stepped on the bikes without any experience...
June 28, 2018
All roads lead to Rome, although there are many that go to Santiago de Compostela. Routes leave from all over Europe to the famous pilgrim capital...
June 26, 2018
The fear of every cyclist and perhaps the biggest annoyance on the bike: stray dogs. On the other hand, all those dogs might have a bloodshed on cyclists...
June 8, 2018
For a truly unique experience in South America, you can not skip this, Salar de Uyuni on bike. It is the experience of a bike ride over an unreal landscape
May 18, 2018
Yearning Olivier continues to dream of the cuñape he put in his mouth three years ago. Olivier visited the wedding of his friend Simon...
April 24, 2018
The words 'El Chaco’ freak the hell out of people. They hope for the best, but are prepared for the worst. They tell us with fear in their eyes...
MORE INSPIRATION
The map shows some of the most beautiful cycling routes in the world, as inspiration for your next cycling adventure. We cycled the blue lines ourselves, the red ones are on our bucket list.
