With all of the shocking news reports of violent crime and kidnappings coming out of Mexico over the past couple of decades, many travelers have gotten the idea that the country is too dangerous to visit. At the same time, Mexico is consistently ranked as one of the top vacation destinations in the world. You …

Over the past decade, disc brakes have become increasingly popular. In fact, they have pretty much replaced rim brakes across all categories of cycling. In the early 2000s, pro mountain bikers began adopting disc brakes. Over the past few years, pretty much all professional road cyclists have converted to disc brakes as well. These days, …

Traveling from Tijuana to Tecate is quick and easy. The two cities sit just 32 miles (51 km) apart. Travel time averages around 1 hour. This guide outlines how to travel from Tijuana to Tecate, step by step.  There are four ways to make this trip. You can drive, take public transport, take a taxi, …

Ebike hub motors can be installed in either the front or the rear wheel. Both motor placements have their own advantages and disadvantages. To help you decide, this guide explains the differences between front hub and rear hub motors. I’ll also outline the pros and cons of riding a front hub vs rear hub motor …

These days, many hikers are making the switch from sturdy and heavy hiking boots to lightweight and breathable trail runners. The best footwear for your hike depends on the terrain you hike on, the distances you hike, and the amount of weight you carry in your backpack. Hiking boots are more durable, stable, and protective. …

Like helmets, bike mirrors are somewhat controversial. Many cyclists think mirrors are useless and goofy looking. Others never ride without a mirror. This guide answers the question, do I need a bike mirror? To answer that question, I’ll list the pros and cons of bike mirrors. I’ll also outline the three different types of bike …

One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a pedal assist (pedelec) or throttle-controlled model. These systems determine how you activate and control the bike’s power delivery. The power delivery system plays a role in the ebike’s price, ride quality, top speed, …

When choosing a hiking backpack, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is whether to go with a framed or frameless model. The best hiking backpack for you depends on several factors including the weight and volume of your gear, how far you’re hiking, and personal preference. This guide outlines the pros …

In the past, external framed backpacks were the standard. These days, spotting one on the trail is a rare occurrence. Over the past 30 years, sleek, lightweight, and modern internal framed backpacks have taken over the trails. In this guide, I’ll explain the differences between internal and external framed backpacks. I’ll also outline the pros …

Until the early 80s pretty much all bikes came with 36 spoke wheels front and rear. Over the years, spoke counts decreased to the current standard of 32 spokes per wheel. These days, 28, 24, and even 16 spoke wheels are becoming common on lightweight road bikes. The ideal spoke count depends on a number …