I have traveled to Uganda twice. On my first trip, I spent two weeks backpacking the country. I fell in love with Uganda from the moment I arrived. A few years later, I returned and ended up spending 5 months living in Uganda. During that time, I visited many of Uganda’s major attractions. Uganda is …
Zachary Friedman
Gravel bikes and touring bikes are both designed for exploration and adventures. They are made for different types of riders. Touring bikes are ideal for long-distance, fully-loaded trips on mostly paved roads. Gravel bikes, on the other hand, are ideal for adventure riding on rougher gravel and dirt roads while carrying a lighter load. They’re …
Which type of luggage you choose depends on your destination and style of travel. For some trips, a backpack offers greater convenience. Sometimes a suitcase is the better option. In this guide, I’ll outline the pros and cons of using a backpack vs suitcase. I’ll cover packing and unpacking, convenience, weight, versatility, and more. Over …
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make when planning your next hike is whether to wear waterproof or non-waterproof hiking shoes or boots. Your choice of footwear plays a major role in your comfort as well as your hiking performance. To help you decide, this guide explains the difference and outlines the …
Hybrid and mountain bikes share many similarities. Both types of bikes feature flat handlebars, wide tires, disc brakes, and front suspension. Even though they may appear similar, they are actually designed for completely different types of cycling. Mountain bikes are made for rugged off-road riding. Hybrid bikes are designed for a mix of both road …
Lake Malawi is one of Africa’s Great Lakes of the Rift Valley. It lies between three countries, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania. This guide is designed to help you plan your trip to this spectacular lake. First I’ll explain, step-by-step, how to travel to Lake Malawi from each country. Next, I’ll list some of the best …
Masai Mara and Serengeti are two of the most popular parks for game viewing in all of Africa. Masai Mara National Reserve is located in Kenya. Serengeti National Park is located in Tanzania. Even though the parks sit just across the border from each other, the safari experience is quite different. In this guide, I’ll …
By packing lightweight and quality gear with multiple uses, you can greatly reduce the weight and volume of your travel backpack. The end goal in switching to an ultralight style of travel is to pack all of your clothing and gear into a carry-on-size bag without sacrificing anything in terms of functionality, comfort, fashion, or …
At a Glance The wall that is being referred to in the term ‘single wall’ or ‘double wall’ rims is the spoke bed. Single wall rims have a spoke bed that is made from a single layer (or wall) of material. Double wall rims have a spoke bed that is made of two layers of …
For some, the idea of sleeping in a tent under the stars might seem a little scary. If you’re just getting into camping, you might ask yourself, Is camping safe? It’s a reasonable concern, but the answer is yes. Camping is safe. By taking some basic precautions, being prepared with the proper gear, and using …