Introduction to Bicycle Touring
Under your own steam, at your own pace, and requiring fewer technical skills than mountain biking, cycling is the best way to experience a new place. When you travel by bike, with panniers carrying your necessities, you become part of the neighborhood, village, province, or country. As you leave behind the confines of the car, every hill and valley you conquer comes alive. Certainly the simple fact that you can cover twice as much ground as you would on foot draws its share of cyclists to the road. But the sensory memory--much more than physical exertion--is the powerful allure of bicycle touring.
Top 10: Our favorite destinations
The Basics: Tips on how to get started
The Right Trip: Choosing a vacation to suit your interests
Gear Guide: Selecting the best road bike
Resources: Associations, schools, books, and magazines
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