Bonjour à tous.
Après réflexino je m'oriente de plus en plus vers le t 400 xt de chez fahrrad pour avoir un vélo de rando digne de ce nom.
j'envisage un tour d'europe d'ici 2 ans et d'ici là les routes euro vélo 1 et 3.
A 1350 euros (cher!!!) je me demandais si ce vélo pouvait rouiller facilement vu qu'il est en acier?
Si vous pouviez me faire part de vos expériences...
En gros je cherche un vélo en 26", j'ai un vtt mais un peu frileu à l'idée de monter et démonter des portes bagages sur un cadre alu, et surtout problème de la fourche télé à l'avant..
J'attends vos avis et conseils.
A bientôt.
j ai un farrhad 400 xt , , je demarre dimanche ma premiere rando avec , , mais le peu que j ai roulè avec je le trouve tres au point , , je me sens en confiance dessus , , les roues de 26 est un plus pour moi car j avais sur mon kalkhoff des roues de 700 et la des que j ai un petit chemin autre que le macadam il passe tres bien
tres content de mon achat , , j espere qu il en seras de meme pour toi
Tu en penses quoi?
Moi aussi je préfère le 26, mais là je ne sais vraiment plus trop quoi faire..équiper un vtt, prendre un alu en 28, un acier en 28, un acier en 26..bref...puis viens le prob de la taille! chez fahrrad le 52 me parait grand, je touche le tube horizontal dès que je descends de la selle, mais le 47 sera trop petit...🤪
je fais 1.73 pour 77 d'entrejambe...
bref c complex..
là je revends mon vtt, un giant taille s, car un peu petit, alors qd m c un peu grand...je crois etre entre deux tailles et c galère..
en tt cas merci pour ta réponse!
Mais au fait par rapport à la question de la rouille??
En ce qui concerne la rouille, je ne crois pas qu'il y aura de problème. Néanmoins, il faut bien penser à graisser régulièrement (1 à 2 fois par année) la tige de selle, l'intérieur du tube de l'axe du pédalier et du tube de direction.
Pour les tiges de selle grippée attention à la graisse! Car dés fois ça descend tout seul...Certaines tiges de selle ne grippent jamais , mais bon c'est plus chere, Thomson par exemple, l'usinage CNC avec l'anodisation y fait pour beaucoup.L'occasion existe.
J'ai fait acheter un Kalkhoff à un ami il y a 4ans , je ne peux que confirmer ce qu'en dit de claisse, trés bonne qualité de finition et d'équipements, par contre attention à la taille , je trouve que ça taille grand, ne pas hésiter à consulter la géometrie sur le net ou sur une doc Kalkhoff.
ouai suis d'accord par rapport aux développements!
mon vtt est en s, un peu juste mais m u peu grand, donc là m ca risque d'être grand..vais voir
see u!
Ello everybody!
Ptit up pour revenir sur cette discussion..
Mes dernières réflexion: un kit surly LHT équipé en deore, roues de 26" 36 rayons, v brake shimano, jeu de direction à roulements annulaire étanche cane creek, selle wtb, pb avt et ar tubus pour 1100 euros, reste les garde boues et pour l'éclairega eca sera surement à piles, vais pas rouler souvent de nuit!
Voilà!
Pour la taille un cadre en 50 surement, suis passé ce w end chez rando cycle (je n'achète pas chez eux par contre) à paris et ai réessayé un 52 (le tx 400) et c grand, suis aps à l'aise avec le tube horizontale qui touche dès que je descends de la selle!
Je pense que rapport qualité prix je suis bon là..
Dernière question, c'est est ce que ca reste mieux que de l'alu, et je pense à l'entretien et à la rouille surtout!
un cadre à 500 euros qui rouille parcequ'il reste sous la pluis ca me ferait mal...
Merci pour ta réponse.
Jme dis que je vais qd même faire pas mal de truc avec ce vélo, et je ne veux pas non plus avoir un vélo où j'ai peur qu'il se griffe ou que je vais devoir couvrir parcequ'il pleut tu vois.
Jme doute que les cadre sont qd même protéger, mais si éraflure ds la peinture l'acir ca devient fragile nivo rouille, même en chromo..
Donc jme dis pourquoi pas un vtt alu que j'équiperai, moins cher et peut etre moins sensible! Maintenant faut trouver, car ils sont tous à disques et fourches suspendus, donc problème pour les porte bagage! Bref... jai finir en roller je crois!
il existe une bombe aerosol (Frame savers) qui est en fait une huile anti-rouille assez epaisse pour traiter l'interieur du cadre. Ideal par temps tres sec en 2 fois car la rouille peut venir de l'interieur meme si le velo n'est pas expose a la pluie comme en hiver avec un passage rapide de l'exterieur a l'interieur d'ou condensation interne.
Preferable de traiter le cadre seul mais sinon en mettant le cadre a l'envers, etc ca ma marche pas mal.
Vu le cout de la bombe ca coute pas cher pour proteger un investissement lui nettement plus cher !
les vieux cadres Decath genre 15/20 ans d'age sont des bons plans si tu arrives a en trouver.
Je me demande quand bien même la rouille attaquerait les cadres si c'est vraiment gênant vu l'épaisseur ? J'ai des vieux peugeots qui doivent avoir plus de 30 ans, ils ont des traces de rouille, mais ça reste dans tous les cas vraiment très superficiel...
edit: y a quand même deux endroits où c'est gênant, c'est au niveau du tube de selle et de la potence plongeur. La il vaut mieux bien graisser sinon ça ce coince assez vite. On trouve de la graisse liquide en bombe dans les magasins de bricolage, c'est très pratique, c'est liquide en projection et ça durci comme de la graisse classique immédiatement.
Merci pour vos réposnes, et je pense resteer sur mon idée de monter un vélo a base du cadre LHT en 52, le tx 400 étant un peu long je trouve niveau du tube supérieur.
J'ai un vtt cube LTD en 18" mais j'hésites à m'en servir comme vélod de rando, un peu peur pour mon cadre alu...
En tt cas merci pour vos réponses!
J'ai récupéré quelques cadres de VTT D4 sans fourche télescopique, Rockrider 320 ou même genre. Pour quelques dizaines d'euros, ils peuvent servir de base à un vélo de voyage. Contacter-moi par MP pour voir si j'ai une taille qui convient.
Pour apporter ma pierre à l'édifice, mon premier vélo fut un Trek 7.2FX, cadre en aluminium, que j'avais équipé pour le vélotaf/randonnée/voyage (garde-boues, porte-bagages arrière, sacoches, etc.). Le cadre en alu s'est révélé très rigide et inconfortable, mais ça on ne s'en rend compte que lorsque on enfourche un cadre acier sur un itinéraire connu !
J'ai tout de même effectué un Caen-Paris avec ce vélo en alu (environ 350Km en 3 étapes), ce fut mon premier voyage à vélo (il faut commencer modestement). Un périple de 3 jours est idéal pour se rendre compte des petites erreurs de positionnement, indécelables même sur une sortie à la journée ! Je m'en suis tiré avec une tendinite dite "de la patte d'oie" (tendon extérieur du genou) et surtout des fourmis dans les mains pendant plusieurs semaines après le voyage, en raison de la compression des nerfs de la main (à cause du cintre plat sans doute).
Bref, depuis je me suis monté un nouveau vélo autour d'un cadre acier Surly Cross-Check (très similaire au Long Haul Trucker si ce n'est qu'il est en 28"), un cintre route pour disposer de davantage de positions pour les mains, une bonne paire de roues à base de moyeux Deore et de jantes Mavic A319 à 36 rayons, une transmission 3x9v typée VTT : j'ai essayé le 26/36/48 et cassette 11-32, mais j'ai finalement opté pour le 22/32/44 avec une cassette que j'ai assemblée moi-même en 13-28 (mélange de shimano et de sram). La cassette est à mon avis ainsi mieux étagée (moins d'écart entre les pignons) et de toutes façons je n'utilisais jamais le pignon de 11 dents.
Le confort est bien meilleur sur ce cadre, l'acier absorbe la plupart des irrégularités de la route... pas toutes bien sûr, mais en comparant avec mon cadre en aluminium, sur le même trajet et avec la même paire de roues et de pneus, on sent tout de suite une différence significative en faveur de l'acier.
Le titane, carbone et acier ont un seuil de fatigue élevé et ne perdent donc pas leurs caractéristiques en usage normal.
Pour le vélotaf, j'utilise des pneus Schwalbe Marathon Supreme en 700x28c gonflés à 7 bars pour leur excellente protection anti-crevaison.
Pour la randonnée, selon l'état du revêtement, j'utilise les même pneus ou bien je monte des Schwalbe Fat Frank en 50mm de large, gonflés entre 3 et 4 bars. (Le cadre Surly Cross Check permet de monter des pneus aussi larges ET des garde-boues en plus !!).
Voilà pour mon retour d'expérience... bonne route ! :)
Je n'ai pas répondu vis-à-vis de la rouille... j'ai simplement pris la précaution de vaporiser un petit film de graisse en bombe dans les tubes du cadre et de la fourche neufs !
Les tubes de la fourche, des haubans et des bases du cadre sont dotés d'orifices permettant l'évacuation des gaz lors de la soudure du cadre... accessoirement ils permettent l'évacuation de la condensation d'eau éventuelle. Pour ce qui est du cadre, la boîte de pédalier comporte un perçage pour fixer le guide en plastique du câble de dérailleur avant, mais aussi un second perçage qui permet l'évacuation de l'eau.
Je possède un autre cadre en acier, des années 80. Il s'agit d'un cadre de vélo de piste que j'utilise pour rouler en pignon fixe. A l'origine, la boîte de pédalier n'était pas percée et l'eau avait tendance à s'accumuler en cas de pluie, de condensation ou de lavage du vélo. Cela m'a coûté un changement de boîtier de pédalier qui avait fini par rouiller !
Un conseil : n'hésitez pas à percer le fond de la boîte de pédalier, avec un forêt de 4 à 6mm de diamètre pour permettre l'écoulement de l'eau et ainsi protéger le cadre et le boîtier de pédalier de la rouille ! Cette opération n'est pas risquée car cette partie de la boîte de pédalier ne subit pas de grosse contrainte... il suffit de voir les décorations que certains cadreurs appliquent à leurs boîtes de pédalier d'ailleurs ! :)
I’m landing in Madagascar with a buddy before the end of April 2026. We’re planning to bike around for about twenty days or so. We don’t have a specific goal other than exploring the country and meeting the locals.
Ideally, we’d prefer a loop route starting from Antananarivo with a good chunk of it along the coast. On the bike side, we’re used to riding 6 to 8 hours a day, depending on the needs, encounters, and mood 😉 Any feedback or tips from trips around this length?
Hi everyone,
I’m heading to Madagascar in early October to cycle from Tana to Diego along the east coast.
I really want to visit the Masoala Peninsula and its primary forest. If anyone’s interested, I’m open to company.
Maybe see you soon!
I’d been watching this ultra-light travel movement or trend for a while.
So I gave it a try—goodbye to the 5 panniers and rear racks.
A 15L saddle bag for clothes and a stove cookset.
Two cages on the fork blades: 2x5L—mattress on one side, tent on the other.
A 5L frame bag for miscellaneous items: battery, camera, small bits and pieces.
And one on the handlebar for the sleeping bag.
I tested it this summer on a crossing from Valence to Perpignan via the Massif Central.
My conclusions:
The obvious advantage is the reduced weight. In total, I had 12 kg on the bike, which makes climbing in the mountains much easier.
Another benefit I hadn’t considered is the significantly lower wind resistance compared to a traditional setup—you really feel it when the wind’s against you.
Of course, it’s not all perfect...
For example, it’s impossible to carry a food stock. You buy just enough before each meal or go to a restaurant!
You also have to accept a more spartan comfort level at stops.
In conclusion, I think for summer trips in regions where resupplying is easy, it’s an interesting option—especially if there’s significant elevation gain.
On the other hand, it doesn’t allow for enough autonomy, so some trips are off the table.
On the bike side, I swapped my Shimano 11/34 cassette for an 11/40. Even though Shimano doesn’t recommend it with a 105 derailleur and a 46/30 double chainring, it works really well.
The only limit is avoiding the 46/40 gear ratio.
Hi,
what are the easiest ways to get back from Nordkapp without pedaling—
train, boat, or plane?
Has anyone already done this?
Thanks for sharing your tips!
Hi, does anyone have recent info on the Shikoku pilgrimage? We’re traveling as a pair by bike, and I plan to camp whenever possible because from what I’ve seen, accommodations are pretty expensive, especially for long trips. I’d love any info or tips—thanks in advance! Aichatou
I’m planning to leave Nice for Toulouse around 10/15 and I’m looking for tips / great deals regarding:
- The route: I was thinking of taking Nice - Grasse - Draguignan - Salernes - Cadarache - Cavaillon - Arles, then the Camargue, Sète, and the Canal du Midi to Toulouse. The idea is to avoid high-traffic roads and too many steep climbs. Are there any spots to avoid or must-see stops? Since it’s been a while since I’ve been on the road, I was thinking that sleeping indoors might be preferable. If you have any budget-friendly accommodation suggestions along part of the route, don’t hesitate!
Thanks in advance, and if you’re in the area around that time, we could ride together... Ciao.
Hi,
I need to arrive in Thessaloniki by bike at the end of September and I plan to head to Istanbul along the coast.
Could anyone help me pick the best route? Safety, difficulty.
Thanks in advance.
Marc
Hi everyone! Thanks for welcoming me to the forum :)
I’m preparing for a long trip heading to Nepal, with stops along the way depending on my mood, work needs, and the season. I cycle a lot, but this will be my first big touring adventure. I’d like to camp regularly to keep costs down, so I’ll be riding on all kinds of surfaces: smooth and rough roads, main highways and rocky paths to find my camping spots, flat terrain and the occasional steep slopes.
For my bike model, I’m prioritizing durability, versatility, and repairability. From that perspective, I prefer a steel frame and fork with rim brakes since I’m used to them. I’ve narrowed my choices down to four models:
- The VSF Fahrradmanufaktur T-700 LTD (1400 €): steel frame, aluminum fork, hydraulic rim brakes, 28" wheels, 40mm tires, 36 spokes (2 mm), lightweight rear rack (max 20 kg), no front rack included, smallest gear ratio of 0.72, weight of 13.9 kg.
- The VSF Fahrradmanufaktur TX-400 (2200 €): steel frame and fork, hydraulic rim brakes, 26" wheels, 50mm tires, 36 spokes (2.34 mm), front and rear racks included (40+18 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.71, weight of 15.9 kg.
- The Genesis Tour de Fer 30 (2150 €): steel frame and fork, mechanical disc brakes, 28" wheels, 36 spokes, 40mm tires, front and rear racks included (27+10 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.77, weight of 15.9 kg.
- The Rockrider ADTV 900 from Decathlon (1700 €): aluminum frame and fork, mechanical disc brakes, USB port, 28" wheels, 47mm tires, 28 spokes, front and rear racks included (40+20 kg), smallest gear ratio of 0.71, weight of 17.1 kg. This is the successor to the Riverside Touring 900, which was a hit.
I’ve got a few questions:
1/ Should I go for 26" or 28" wheels for my trip? 26" wheels seem better for rough terrain, but 28" wheels feel more comfortable on roads. I’ve also read that 26" tires/tubes are easier to find.
2/ Do you recommend a steel frame and fork over aluminum? I’m guessing a high-quality aluminum frame and fork would be better than a low-quality steel one, right?
3/ Regarding the smallest gear ratio, is 0.71 a good number for a loaded bike in the mountains?
4/ Finally, what do you think of these four models for my project? My heart leans toward the TX-400—it seems to combine the versatility and robustness I’m looking for. But the price difference with the T-700 LTD is making me think twice!
Thanks so much for reading and sharing your thoughts!
17 days, 1,400 km, and 17,500 m of elevation gain cycling in northern Vietnam! 🇻🇳 🚴🇻🇳
From the misty Fansipan to the breathtaking landscapes of the Ha Giang Loop, from remote villages to vibrant markets...
I cycled through the north of the country, getting up close with its people—through mud, heat, endless mountain passes, and unforgettable encounters.
Most importantly, I discovered a Vietnam far different from the usual tourist circuits.
Join me on this adventure through a video that captures these 17 days of travel. :)
If Vietnam calls to you, come ride a stretch with me!
Hi,
can anyone give us some tips on how to get to North Cape from Lyon Gerland?
What’s the best route to join the EuroVelo 7?
How many kilometers is it from Lyon to North Cape via EuroVelo 7?
The best month to leave—we’re thinking early May.
Thanks for any advice!
Looking for a female travel companion for a cycling trip (arriving by plane in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and cycling toward Montevideo, Uruguay, returning by plane to France from Buenos Aires, Argentina) – 1,500 km
Hello everyone!
I’m planning a cycling trip across Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina, with a departure set for late October, November, or December. I’m looking for a travel companion to share this long-distance adventure with.
Experience:
I already have solid experience in bicycle touring in Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. Currently, I maintain excellent physical condition by cycling an average of 250 km over 3 days per week (4 hours a day at 20 km/h).
The trip & the pace:
Daily pace: Between 50 and 80 km per day, to make steady progress while taking time to explore.
Accommodation: Flexible and authentic. We’ll alternate between wild camping, campsites, Warmshowers, small guesthouses, and budget hotels depending on opportunities and the weather.
Looking forward to reading your message and planning this amazing journey together!
Another long-time dream of Claudio’s: the Petit Mont Cenis pass and the dam at the eponymous lake.
A place where many Italians, including my father, worked in the 1950s–60s.
Faverges → St-Michel-de-Maurienne → Lanslebourg → Petit Mont Cenis → return. 315 km, 3 days. Bivouac at St-Michel-de-M.
Brouter link
Leg One: Faverges → St-Michel-de-Maurienne
Leg Two: St-Michel → Lanslebourg → Mont Cenis Lake → St-Michel
Leg Three: St-Michel → Faverges
And it finally happened in August 2026: in the Maurienne Valley about the famous cycle route known as the V67
🇷🇼 Cycling in Rwanda: 4 episodes, an off-the-beaten-path adventure
After 3 weeks and nearly 1,200 km by bike across Rwanda, I made 4 videos to share this adventure in a different way: the landscapes, the encounters, the villages… but above all, all those incredible scenes of everyday life.
The 4 episodes are available here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnfbxjccWAg
The 4th episode focuses on rural Rwandan life: simple, authentic, and sometimes surprising scenes that you only truly discover when you take the time to travel by bike.
If you have a few minutes, let yourself be transported to Rwanda…
Hi,
We bought the MSR bike tent model (2-person + large awning that can fit 2 bikes) back in 2005. It’s served us really well, especially during a year-long trip in Africa. Now, one of the poles is broken, and we’d love to replace it since that’s the only issue with the tent—we still love it! The poles are 9.35 mm in diameter, with 8 sections of 49 cm and 2 sections of 28 cm. Total length when assembled: 416 cm. Actually, two large sections are broken: one straight and one curved. It’s a pain to find replacements since this model is no longer sold anywhere.
Would anyone have this model lying around unused and be willing to sell me a pole?
Hi everyone,
In early April, I’m redoing the Vélo Francette (La Rochelle to Ouistreham), and then I’d like to cycle along the Cotentin Peninsula (which I don’t know at all), follow the coast up to Cherbourg, and then head back down to at least Saint-Malo. I’d love to know if it’s pleasant for cycling—are the roads nice? Not too windy? What are the must-see spots? Any great campsites? All your tips and advice are more than welcome, and I thank you in advance.
After testing it for three years across various modes of transport, I’m sharing this video of a bike packing case. It’s made from recycled cardboard and shrink-wrapped, with adjustable thickness and added bubble wrap depending on the level of protection you want.
Installing spacers at the fork and chainstays makes the packaging compact. With the fifteen-odd euros for shrink-wrapping at the airport, this case travels really well.
https://youtu.be/_GDJi-GqmkM
- Low bulk (1.10m x 0.70m x 0.25m for a large frame), it fits vertically in train luggage compartments and the total dimensions (x+y+z) don’t exceed 2.40m.
- Two carrying solutions for public transport and easy handling by airport staff (no more tears in the cardboard from openings).
- Discreet packaging when dealing with bus drivers and train conductors, as it looks like an ordinary parcel.
- No need to return to the starting point to retrieve the case from your outbound trip, which you’d otherwise have to store somewhere, or deal with a bulky cover to pack in your panniers.
- You can still check tire pressure through the plastic film without damaging the packaging too much.
Drawbacks: Around 3 hours for this lengthy and meticulous process—removing the wheels, pedals, handlebars, and derailleur without misaligning them, then securing all components to the frame.
If you get a chance to test it, send me your feedback for future improvements.
I just took a trip in Tunisia from Tozeur to Douz, skirting Chott el Jerid to the south. I’m back with the urge to keep going further south via the 4x4 tracks to connect Douz to Ksar Ghilane. Has anyone driven this route recently or explored southern Tunisia?
Thanks for your tips!
fix
😎Fellow traveling cyclists or not, all of you who love travel, the pleasure of physical effort, nature, beautiful machines, people with true passions they seek to fulfill, and who also enjoy reading great literature about all this—the *200* magazine is for you just as it is for me. I should mention I have no financial or other interest in this (in an era where we accuse our politicians of all sorts of vile interests, I prefer to take precautions). I’ve been subscribed since the beginning, and every three months, I get my 130 pages of dreams (the magazine just went from 110 to 130 pages).
It covers everything from the trans-America route to the TCR (Trans Continental Race) from Belgium to a small town in Turkey, with mind-blowing averages—4,000 km and 80,000 m of elevation gain in 8 days and 15 hours for the winner. Let that sink in, and all of it without assistance—accepting a patch could penalize you. There’s also a story about crossing Iran, encountering one of the world’s most welcoming populations, following in the footsteps of Nicolas Bouvier, as well as retirees leisurely traversing France. The common thread in all these stories? Beautiful writing. Take, for example, a stunning article: *"Passengers of the Cold: From Edinburgh to Thurso, at the very north of Scotland, 550 km of moors, coasts, and icy wind. In Thurso, the road ends at a quay, facing the Orkney Islands. We wanted a November trip, off-season. We wanted to surprise winter. Just before the snow."* A sublime piece on the experience of facing adversity and the chance encounters along the road and in the elements.
Before I embarked on my own bike trips, I dreamed a lot about them—from the Atacama to the Gobi, along the Mekong, and not forgetting France. And now, these 130 pages every quarter keep those dreamy vibes alive through stories written in the most beautiful prose.
I’ll stop here because it might sound like I’m advertising, but if you don’t know *200*, I invite you to discover it. It’ll give you wings for the most incredible challenges or simply reinforce your desire for slow rides with your eyes open to others and nature.
A little news to wrap up: Axel Carion and a friend just broke the record for crossing South America from Colombia to Ushuaia in 59 days. On its own, that doesn’t mean much, but I can’t help it—it makes me dream. You should see how he talks about it, the flashes of that wild nature he’s stored away: a snowstorm at Paso Jama and the surreal sight of the suddenly snow-covered Licancabur!
Luc
PS: The magazine is called *200* because a day’s ride starts at 200 km—well, I’ve never done a ride like that since my longest was 167 km (with 18 kg of luggage, mind you), but why not one day? The magazine will explain how to tackle your first 200, and then the question in conclusion: when will you do your first 300?😏
I’ve got my flight ticket sorted—departing in mid-November and returning in mid-March. I’ll arrive in Santiago and leave from Buenos Aires.
I’ve already been to southern Argentina, specifically Torres del Paine National Park, and I’d love to go back to do the full W trek (I only did the shorter version last time).
I also want to do some hiking and maybe even tackle a summit. I climb and occasionally do some mountaineering, so I’ll definitely be going with a guide.
I plan to start around Temuco in Chile, with the idea of heading toward the lakes, then taking the Carretera Austral.
I’m not sure if I’ll go all the way to Ushuaia—it’s supposed to not be *that* worth it, except for the bragging rights of saying you’ve been to the end of the world.
I saw there are lakes in Argentina too.
I don’t have a precise itinerary, but what I’d love is, once I reach the southernmost point of my trip, to take a mini-cruise to see some wildlife. Any tips for that?
What kind of sleeping bag did you take? Is a 0°C (32°F) one enough?
And one last question: white gas stove or can I get by with my gas stove?
I'm developing a free and open-source web app for planning walking and cycling trips (and even car trips). You can create a route by clicking directly on the map to add waypoints, and it can consist of multiple stages. The app provides tools to edit the stages and the overall route, and to display useful information (distances, altitudes, and elevation changes). A relief profile can be shown as a graph for a specific stage or the entire route.
Once the route is ready, it can be exported as a GPX file, which can then be used with a GPS or a mobile navigation app.
The app is built in JavaScript and runs entirely in the web browser. It uses the Leaflet library and several OpenStreetMap-based services. Initially developed for my personal needs (I enjoy hiking and cycle touring), I’d be happy to share it with anyone who might find it useful. It’s free to use, doesn’t require an account, and the source code is available.
hello fellow cycling enthusiasts
here’s a travel journal of the cycling tour through the Rhône-Alpes Auvergne region by Claudio
zouli
it was the plan
http://cbandiera.free.fr/parcours/auvergne-Ralpes/
the trip was completed
story being posted online soon
1100 km in 11 days
beautiful and varied regions
Hello,
We’d like to go on a 3- to 4-month bike trip starting in December, crossing from Assam (northeast India) to New Delhi via Nepal.
Are there routes with light traffic along the Brahmaputra and through Nepal?
We’re also looking for any info on accommodations, wild camping, local interactions, etc.
Thanks,
Michel
I’m planning to cycle from Morlaix to Brest (via Roscoff and the V45 coastal route). We’ll start riding on August 16th for 13 days (with stops for island visits, surfing, etc.). Is there a lot of traffic at this time of year? I’ve got two kids, 11 and 13, and we don’t like riding in the middle of cars (we’ve already done the Vélomaritime—Caen to Cherbourg—the Loire route from Orléans to Saumur, the Vélodyssée from Nantes to Royans, and the canals like the Nivernais and Bourgogne, where there were plenty of bike-only lanes, which isn’t the case on this route).
Thanks for your help if you’ve already done this route in late August!
Virginie
Hi there,
I’ve been road cycling for several years, and I’m about to switch to gravel in the next few days—I’m waiting for my bike, which should arrive this week.
I’m planning a bikepacking trip in a few weeks along the Véloroute V81, also known as the Vélosud, from Biarritz to Le Barcarès.
Has anyone here already done this route? Any info is welcome, whether it’s about the route itself, gear, or accommodation. I’ll prioritize staying with locals as much as possible. On that note, I just signed up for the brand-new site *Guidon et Couette* ((www.guidon-et-couette.fr)), which offers free accommodation between cyclists across the country, but there’s almost no one listed along my route!
Thanks in advance.
Laurent.
Hi there, I’m planning a cross-Canada bike trip, and I’ve got a question that might seem silly, but could someone tell me how to pack a bike (in a box, with a fragile sticker... I don’t know) for a flight? Thanks in advance!
