Cycling Adventures and Tips: Routes, Rides, and How-To Guides

Welcome to our hub for all things cycling. A space where we share our favourite rides, routes, and lessons learned from life on two wheels. What started as a shared hobby, biking has become one of our favourite ways to explore, challenge ourselves, and spend time outdoors.

We’re not professionals. Just two people who genuinely love bikes. Mark has been riding most of his life, from mountain and dirt bikes to road cycling, while Erin came into it later. Together, we’ve collected a mix of firsthand stories, tips, and adventures. From multi-day trips and weekend rides to gear recommendations and training insights.

Whether you’re dreaming up your first big ride, looking for local routes to explore, or trying to understand how to train and fuel smarter, you’ll find something here to help. And hopefully inspire you to get out and ride. Because in the end, the best part of cycling isn’t just where you go, it’s everything you experience along the way.

Multi-day Cycling Trips

Plan your next adventure. Here you can find multi-day itineraries, route maps, and packing lists.

Japan Cycle Touring Packing: 2 Short Trips

Japan is one of those rare places where cycle touring feels both adventurous and approachable. Incredible infrastructure, thoughtful drivers, convenience stores everywhere, and routes that blend nature, culture, and food — sometimes all within the same kilometre. But packing for cycle touring, especially for your first trip, can feel overwhelming …

Lake Biwa: A 3-Day Guide To Japan’s Iconic Lakeside Loop

Just north of Kyoto is Japan’s largest freshwater lake — Lake Biwa — a calm, scenic place where locals swim, cycle, paddleboard, and temple-hop. Lake Biwa has been a cultural heartland for centuries: ancient shrines, Zen monasteries, and old post towns ring the shoreline. Much like the Shimanami Kaido route, …

Cycling the famous Shimanami Kaido route in Japan

Back home in Vancouver, the rainy season had already settled in. We hadn’t been outside on our bikes in weeks, and while indoor trainers keep your legs moving, they’re undeniably a little soul-crushing. So I cannot tell you how wonderful it felt to be on the bikes outside – especially …

Cycling the Kettle Valley Rail Trail: To Myra Canyon

Ride the historic KVR from Penticton to Chute Lake, explore Myra Canyon trestles, and return via scenic trails steeped in railway history …

Exploring Croatia by Bike in 10 Days

Cycling through Croatia offers a unique experience, highlighting picturesque quiet coastal routes and charming inland scenery …

Start your Cycling Journey

When Erin first started transitioning from running to cycling, she quickly realized just how much there is to learn — and how easily the sport can feel intimidating. Especially when it’s still so male-dominated. From gear choices to group rides to understanding all the cycling jargon, it was a lot to take in. Starting something new as an adult is challenging enough, but doing it in a space that can feel unfamiliar makes it even harder. That’s why she created this ‘Starter Kit.’ It is a simple, honest series to help people, especially women feel more confident, informed, and excited to get on the bike and start riding.

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10 Tips for Beginner Cycling Route Planning

For new cyclists, the hardest part isn’t necessarily always fitness — it can also be feeling safe and confident on the ride. The good news? Thoughtful route planning can dramatically …

3 weeks ago

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Understanding your Road Bike Gears & Cadence

Learn how your bike gears and cadence can work for you, so that your ride is smoother, you climb easier, and go faster with less effort …

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Cycling Gear 101: What You Actually Need (and What You Don’t)

When I first started cycling, I had no idea what half the gear was for — drop bars, clip-in shoes, aero helmets… it all sounded a bit intense (and expensive) …

2 months ago

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From Running Shoes to Pedals: How I Fell in Love with Cycling

From runner to road cyclist, I share my journey and tips in the first of a ten part series to help women start cycling with confidence, freedom, and fun …

Short Cycling Routes

If you only have a few hours, or are building stamina on the bike, these are our favourite short routes both locally and abroad.

A Day by Bike along Puerto Rico’s North Coast: Loíza to Piñones

Of course, one of our days in Puerto Rico had to be dedicated to bikes. What better way to experience the island’s natural beauty up close? Not only did we get to take in the views at a leisurely pace, but we got the salty breeze and wafts of roadside …

A Biking Day Trip – from Amsterdam to Haarlem

Just 20 km west of Amsterdam, Haarlem is a charming Dutch city. It combines the best of historic beauty, vibrant culture, and a relaxed, small-town atmosphere. Often overlooked in favour of its bigger neighbour, Haarlem offers the charm of Golden Age architecture, world-class museums, and a vibrant food and shopping …

Longer Cycling Routes

Explore scenic loops, endurance challenges, and training rides for every level of cyclist.

General Cycling Tips

Learn everything from bike setup and nutrition to pacing, cadence, and power zones. All designed to help you ride more efficiently and confidently.