Many people dream of exploring the world, living adventurously and experiencing something new. For many, the first step is overwhelming. They don’t know where to start, how to plan the first trip, what gear to buy and how to overcome the fear of the unknown.
The articles in this section are created with a particular focus on first-time travellers, bicycle touring newbies and rookie adventurers. I share my tips for solo travelling women, not only those travelling by bike. You can learn from my experience and avoid the mistakes I’ve made as a beginner.
You will find here answers to questions like
- How to choose a sleeping bag?
- What to pack for your first bicycle tour (and where to buy cheap bike touring gear)?
- How to plan cross-country skiing holidays in Norway?
- What apps you should use for navigation on a bicycle tour?
- Is the multi-fuel camping stove better than a gas stove?
- Is camping alone as a woman safe?
and many more…
I am going to post here camping and bicycle touring gear reviews, buying guides and information on how to maintain your cycling and camping gear. From time to time, you will also find here also posts that will help you overcome your fears connected to solo travel, camping alone and travelling by bike.
Recent posts
- A subjective review of Regatta Montegra 2 – a cheap, light 2-person-tent for bicycle touring
- Beginners guide to travelling by bike. How to prepare for your first bicycle tour
- Taking a bicycle on a train in Europe in 2024. A comprehensive guide.
- Wild Camping in Europe – rules and laws by country and practical tips
- E-Bike Touring Guide: Andrew Flood’s tips on bike touring and bikepacking by e-bike
- Gear Review: Quad Lock Bike Mount – The Ultimate Companion for Bicycle Touring
- The nitty-gritty of preparing for sabbatical and long-term travel
- Cycling in the rain. Tips for bad-weather bicycle touring
- Bike, Sweat, and Gears. Strategies for cycling in hot temperatures
- Best Camping stove for bicycle touring and bikepacking – how to choose the right type?
- How to stay safe while bicycle touring – tips and tricks
- Accommodation on a Bicycle Tour – Resources and Tips
- How to choose the best panniers for bicycle touring?
- Is SafetyWing good insurance for bicycle touring? Learn from my Mistakes
- How to Combine Bicycle Touring with Volunteering
- How to take better bike touring photos
- How to train for a bicycle tour?
- Solar panel for bicycle touring – is it a good way to charge your electronics?
- Not only touring bikes. How to choose a bicycle to travel?
- 17 Christmas Gift Ideas for Outdoorsy People
- How to find a bicycle touring companion?
- Should you travel with pepper spray? Is pepper spray a good self-defence tool for solo travellers?
- Working Remotely while Bicycle Touring – Challenges of Digital Nomad Lifestyle
- Cross country skiing in Norway – winter adventure in the cradle of skiing
- Staying with locals on a bicycle tour – Warmshowers, Couchsurfing and alternatives
- Bicycle touring Gear list
- The best tents for bicycle touring in 2024- buyer’s guide
- How to learn languages for travel (and have fun along the process)
- Cheap bicycle touring gear- how not to get broke before your first bike tour
- 10 things you need to know before your first bicycle tour
- How to fix a broken tent?
- Hygiene on a bicycle tour. Things I carry in my toiletry bag
- How to wash a sleeping bag?
- Best foods for bicycle touring – a dummies guide
- Best panniers for cycle touring – is Crosso Dry the best low-budget alternative for Ortlieb?
- How to choose a sleeping bag for bicycle touring?
- Bicycle friendly accommodation
- Top 6 navigation and route planning apps for bicycle touring in 2024: Comprehensive Guide
- Bicycle touring first-aid kit
- Don’t you feel lonely sometimes when you travel solo?
- Flying with a bicycle. All you need to know about Taking a bicycle on a plane.
- Camping alone as a woman – are you gonna die?
- Traveling by Flixbus with a bicycle