I’m doing a charity ride, but I’m not asking for money… So what’s the point? I’m riding a bicycle from Melbourne to Canberra, a distance of 1000km, whilst carrying an inflatable elephant. I’m doing this to bring attention to the climate crisis (the elephant in the room), and to start conversations about this most pressing of issues. It’s the largest threat to our way of life, yet it is rarely discussed in the media, or in polite company, and I want to change this. I’m asking you to pledge action rather than money, as I believe this is the most effective way to make the changes we need. Also, I ..read more

You could spend years cycling Victoria's back roads and trails, as I have done, and never get bored. But if you only had a month to ride your bike in Victoria, where would you go? How do you choose just a few rides? I've compiled a list of the top six most scenic, most iconic, most epic bike rides that the state has to offer. From alpine plains to coastal cliffs, gourmet districts to historical precincts, gut-busting road climbs to heart-stopping mountain bike descents, these are the Great Rides of Victoria.     great ocean road One of the world's most scenic roads, The Gr ..read more

Whether I'm out for a night or crossing a continent, good camping equipment makes life on the road that much easier. I've been bikepacking and bicycle touring for over a decade, and in that time I've tried out a lot of different things. Here are some of my favorite bits of camping equipment. All the pictures you see are of my own personal equipment, most of which has seen a lot of use.    Sea To Summit Ultralight Air Mat The Sea To Summit Ultralight Air Mat is probably comfier than my bed at home. Add to that its very light weight and small packed size, and you have a winn ..read more

So you want to chuck some stuff on a bike and hit the road, but what kind of bike do you need? Pretty much any old bike will do, depending on how hard you want to make things for yourself. However, touring bikes are specifically designed to carry lots of luggage and be ridden long distances over varied terrain. They are strong, reliable and comfortable, which will make your life a lot easier out on the road. This also makes them a popular choice for an 'everyday' commuter bike. To help you get your head around things, I've outlined a handful of the best touring bikes available on the Aus ..read more