A while ago I wrote about how scary I found cycling in Sydney, Australia. Some of the locals have now let me know that there are actually some great places to ride a bike in Sydney. And reader Garry Robinson kindly went so far as to contribute this post about exploring Sydney Olympic Park on a bike. Garry wants people to know that Sydney offers some great bike rides! Read more … [Read more...]
Beginner Cycling Routes in the Lakes, England
The mountainous Lake District in north-western England offers many opportunities for cycling in beautiful natural countryside. Although it is a small area, it offers incredibly diverse terrain. This means that there are cycling opportunities for everyone from beginner cyclists to advanced cyclists looking for an Alpine experience in England! This post offers an infographic with … [Read more...]
Make Cycling Normal Again – What We Learned from Cycling in Paris
Does this ring a bell with you? When I was a kid, I rode my bike for fun, or to get to places. To do this, I would just jump on my bike, and start pedaling! Nowadays, when I want to ride my bike, it's a lot more complicated. First, I have to find my helmet, my cycling shorts, my high-visibility cycling shirt, my high-visibility vest, my gloves, and my hard-soled shoes. Then I … [Read more...]
How to Use a Velib Bike in Paris
Are you wondering whether you should try the Velib bike share system when you are in Paris? The short answer is: Yes, try it! We did and were blown away by Velib. This post is about how to use Velib bikes to make your vacation in Paris even better. Update 2018: Please note that this post is based on our experiences in May 2017. Just about that time, the service was taken … [Read more...]
5 Romantic Cycling Routes in North East England
The UK is blessed with abundant beautiful scenery. Cycling in North-East England, you are sure to come across some of the greenest, soul-enriching scenery you’ll find anywhere in the world. And if you are looking for a romantic cycling route in North-East England, there are plenty of those too! This post describes 5 Romantic Cycling Routes in North East England. For … [Read more...]
