Back on the Bike: The Bordeaux Loop

September 3, 2018 ~ Steve Wartenberg ~ 2 Comments

I have to admit: I've been feeling a bit out of sorts since I got to France. Anxious, jet lagged and sleep deprived, missing Susan, wondering what the heck I'm doing here. And then, well, I went on a ride today, my first on this trip, and I feel so much better. I remembered why … Continue reading Back on the Bike: The Bordeaux Loop

Bungee Cords and Bike Trips

August 22, 2018August 22, 2018 ~ Steve Wartenberg ~ Leave a comment

Here's a time-tested, bike-touring tip I can't stress enough: Bring a few bungee cords with you. How many? I recommend three or four. What color? Doesn't matter. Why bungee cords? Well... Use #1: Pannier protectors Panniers are the packs you attach to either side of the rack on the back of your bike. They hold … Continue reading Bungee Cords and Bike Trips