When I checked out of my hotel in Langon, and told the desk guy I was headed north to Libourne, he went like this: Up and down motions with his hand. Like waves. Or a rollercoaster. "It is all hills," he said. "It is all up and then down." He was right ... and then … Continue reading 2 Days and 9 Photos From Bordeaux
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Toilets, Lights Bulbs, Snacks … and Even a Little Cycling
Today topics: the nuances of flushing a French toilet, saving electricity, a machine that makes fresh-squeezed orange juice, the importance of snacks, and, OK, some riding in the Bordeaux countryside. Flushing: They’re all about saving water here in France, which is a good thing. And it starts with the toilet. Most toilets provide flushing options. For … Continue reading Toilets, Lights Bulbs, Snacks … and Even a Little Cycling
Bungee Cords and Bike Trips
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
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