Zachary Friedman

Zachary Friedman is an accomplished travel writer and professional blogger. Since 2011, he has traveled to 68 countries and 6 continents. He founded 'Where The Road Forks' in 2017 to provide readers with information and insights based on his travel and outdoor experience. Zachary is also an avid cyclist and hiker. He is currently based in Entebbe, Uganda. For more information on his journey and background, visit the About page. For inquiries and collaborations, please reach out through the Contact page. You can also follow him on Facebook.

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While preparing for a bicycle tour, one of the most important decisions you need to make is how you’re going to haul your gear. Your luggage choice determines how much gear you can carry, how your bike handles, and the type of terrain you can ride. This guide explains all of the pros and cons …

Recumbent bikes make great touring bikes. They are more comfortable, more aerodynamic, more efficient, and easier on the knees than traditional upright bikes. There are some drawbacks. Recumbent bikes are heavier, less maneuverable, and they don’t climb as well. To help you decide whether or not a recumbent is right for you, this guide lists …

I bought the Moosetreks Full Frame Bag in preparation for my first bicycle tour in Washington State. Before making this purchase, I inspected several high-end frame bags from cottage bikepacking bag manufacturers. At $100-$200, they just seemed overpriced for what they are. I ended buying the Moosetreks frame bag for about 1/4 of the price …

This is an easy and inexpensive trip to make. One bus takes you all the way from Oaxaca to Mitla. No transfers are required. This guide walks you through where to catch the bus, prices, safety, things to do, and more. You may wish to make this trip to visit the Tule Tree, the Mitla …

You don’t really need a tent footprint but it can be nice to have. Modern tents are expensive and somewhat fragile. After spending hundreds of dollars on a new tent, you want it to last as long as possible. One way to increase the lifespan of your tent is to use a footprint. This guide …

I bought the Brooks B17 Standard Saddle on Amazon in preparation for my first bike tour. I was hesitant to spend so much money on a saddle but I needed something decent to replace the cheap plastic seat that was on the bike. 1000 miles later and I am very happy with my purchase. This …

When I first started getting interested in bicycle touring, the one thing holding me back from taking my first tour was the high initial cost of a touring bike and gear. I was hesitant to spend thousands of dollars on a bike and panniers not even knowing if I’d enjoy it. After some research, I …

I bought the Unigear gaiters on Amazon in preparation for my Wonderland Trail hike around Mount Rainier. Initially, I wasn’t planning to pack gaiters but the weather forecast was calling for heavy rain. I decided to buy a pair last minute for a bit more protection from the wet weather. I have since hiked about …

While hiking the Wonderland Trail, you must be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions due to the extreme 23,000 feet of elevation change. During the regular hiking season, you can experience temperatures between 30 and 80 degrees. It’s almost a guarantee that you’ll encounter rain. For early or late or early season hikes, …

The 93 mile (150 km) Wonderland Trail encircles beautiful Mount Rainier. Along the trail, you’ll find 18 wilderness camps and 3 non-wilderness campsites. This guide outlines all of the Wonderland Trail campsites. Under each campsite name, I list the elevation, distances to the nearest sites, facilities, terrain, and more. I’ll also outline the camps of …