How?

So how does one go on a bike tour, anyway? It’s easier than you think.

Consider this list, of things you need when you’re at home but that you don’t need when you’re living on a bike:

And here’s the list of things you need when you’re on a bike tour, that you don’t need at home:

• A bike
• A helmet

That’s it! The rest is optional. Clearly, bike touring is far simpler and more straightforward than living at home, yes? It’s also a great remedy for the stress of modern life. (Though I will admit there are some tough days.) Let’s go!

If you’re new to bicycling, start with How To Go On A Bike Trip: The Very Short Version.

If you can bicycle but you’re new to long-range touring, check out Bicycle Touring Far From Home.

And here’s some more miscellaneous stuff for seasoned travelers:

• How to pass a bicyclist on the road (as a driver)
• How to pack two recumbents into one long airline-size box