Here's a few gems I found recently on cycling tours and related issues.  
Send me information about your unique bike tours. Inclusive tours and activities for everyone are always important to share.

Check out this very cool touring company that offers recumbent tours mainly in Spain (ha) and France...hey recumbent riders, I just think you're lying down on the job...only kidding. Enjoy

•  http://www.caminalavida.com/english.html

 Why not take a bite out of this gem, on a bike, of course  - touring around New York City!

• http://bikethebigapple.com/index.php 

And magical tours into wine country in France offered by Canadian Team Cyclist and Olympian - Nathael Sagard.

• http://bluehorizoncycling.com/

What do Cyclist need?

A good path for biking (or running or walking, for that matter) is a found treasure.
To help you recognize what makes a good bike path, we have identified five features that truly make for a top-notch experience

1. Some usage, but not too busy.

The ideal bike path is going to have some other traffic, but not too much.

2. Consistent surface

A good bike path is going to have a consistent surface (if you are on the road, but let's not forget our friends in the back country)

3. Secure parking (& a good lock, editors comment)

Unfortunately the bad guys know that bike path parking lots offer easy pickings.

4. Options to mix it up

Variety is the spice of life. So a good trail is one that will offer you more than just an endless loop of the same scenery.

5. Interconnectedness

A single trail is a good thing. A trail that connects to other trails is a really good thing.

(From About.com, image supplied by Getty Images.)



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