This is a guide (plus map and videos) to cycling the family-friendly and dog-friendly Galloping Goose Trail on Vancouver Island. This is a very long, diverse and beautifully scenic bike trail, with bed and breakfast and camping options along the way. Cycle from an urban area, through a rural area, and end up in semi-wilderness with breathtaking views! The Galloping Goose Bike … [Read more...]
Lochside Trail on Vancouver Island – a Guide
This is a guide to the Lochside Trail, a flat, largely off-road, family-friendly, safe cycling trail on Vancouver Island. Used by hundreds of people per day, Lochside Regional Trail is well maintained and a joy to ride. This cycling trail takes you all the way from the Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal to the beautiful city of Victoria. It's a gentle bike ride that will take about two … [Read more...]
Inspirational Film about a Near Impossible Bike Ride
Looking for inspiration today? Check out this near impossible bike ride! Montreal cyclist and Youtuber Charles Ouimet has made his very first feature film. This video features Ouimet ascending the world's most difficult gravel road, the Mauna Kea volcano in Hawaii. And you can watch it right now on YouTube: In his first film, the elite Canadian cyclist documented his … [Read more...]
10 Family-Friendly USA Cycling Trails to Visit with the Kids
In this post, we showcase 10 family-friendly rides across the USA that are perfect for family bike rides. As far as family activities go, nothing gets everyone involved quite like cycling. Whether it’s a day trip, short outing, or a multi-day adventure, cycling gives families a safe and fun opportunity to share wonderful experiences together. Now’s a great time to get back … [Read more...]
Cycling the Erie Canal
In this post, Jonathan Duda shares how he cycled the entire length of the historic Erie Canal. It is a 360 mile route across New York State from Buffalo to Albany, usually done from east to west. All who complete this route become certified “End-to-enders”! Read on to hear more about Jonathan’s bucket list cycling achievement. Jonathan's Story of Cycling the Erie … [Read more...]
