Cycling the World

All the experience from 5 years of bicycle travel — more than 1,751 days living in a tent, cycling through 27 countries and covering over 55,000 kilometers powered only by our own muscles, in temperatures ranging from -20°C to +50°C, and reaching altitudes of up to 5,416 meters. Melanie and Daniel share their collected knowledge and experiences in this guide to successful bicycle travel. The book covers everything from choosing the right touring bike, calculating travel costs, route planning, and equipment, to finding places to sleep, securing water, handling breakdowns, safety, visas, and much more. This Book is a practical companion for anyone who wants to explore the world—or their own home country—by bicycle. With easy-to-understand explanations, personal anecdotes, helpful packing lists, and interactive QR codes linking to additional information, downloads, videos, and articles, this guide provides both inspiration and practical support. The book is the ideal companion for anyone planning their own cycling adventure—whether it's a weekend trip, a summer adventure, or a journey around the world. All questions are answered clearly and in detail, and the authors also address many of the questions readers often ask, such as: Has the journey changed your relationship with each other? How do you finance your trip around the world? What do you do when you get sick? Why do you carry so much luggage? How much do your bicycles weigh? How do you handle toilets and washing clothes on the road? Were there situations where you felt afraid? How do you find electricity while traveling? What equipment is absolutely essential to bring? Facts 5 years traveling around the world 2 years working on the book Full-bleed color images in all editions 11 chapters 35 tables, 37 graphics, and 10 formulas for planning, costs, technology 42 photos from the journey 50 QR codes with bonus videos and additional information 204 pages of condensed knowledge