Author Archives: Darren Alff

Around The World By Bike: Part 1 – Alastair Humphreys’ “Moods Of Future Joys” Book Review

There are dozens of books written by individuals who have traveled around the world on [...]

Stretching for Cyclists eBook: 15 Best Cycling Stretches (PDF Download)

You asked for it. You got it! My new book, Stretching For Cyclists, is finally [...]

17 Stylish Pairs of SPD Bike Shoes

Finding the perfect bicycle touring shoe is a challenge… but not impossible! There are plenty [...]

Incredibell Road Bell – A Bicycle Bell Designed To Fit Shimano STI Road Levers

There are few options when it comes to mounting a bell on a bicycle with [...]

The World’s Best Bicycle Trainers: A Complete Guide

What is a bicycle trainer? What are the different types of bicycle trainers available? Which [...]

7 Bicycle Touring Mistakes You Should Avoid

When it comes to planning, preparing for, and executing a long-distance bicycle tour, there are [...]

Questions & Answers About Bicycle Touring

Here at Bicycle Touring Pro, I get questions all the time about how to plan, [...]

3 Things I Learned From My First Mountain Bike Tour

A couple weeks ago I conducted my first off-road mountain bike tour. I’ve toured for [...]

How Much Does It Cost To Gear Up For A Bicycle Tour?

Bicycle touring can be an extremely inexpensive means of transportation, holiday, fun and more! But [...]

How To Lock Up Your Bicycle When There Is Nothing To Lock It To

Imagine this: While traveling by bike, you stop along your route and find the perfect [...]

What To Pack For An Overnight Mountain Bike Tour

A short overnight mountain bike tour is a great way to get out and enjoy [...]

Touring Bicycles: Finding Your Perfect Ride

If you are looking for your first touring bicycle (or even your 2nd or 3rd), [...]