When I first started commuting on my bike, I rode a cheap hardtail mountain bike from a big box store. I switched out the knobby tires for smooth road tires and added fenders and a bike rack. It wasn't the lightest or prettiest thing, but it got the job done. After riding for a few … Continue reading Finding my Bike: Wants & Needs
One of the biggest challenges in planning our Sunshine Coast Trail hike has been finding suitable maps. Ideally I would like a set of maps that covers the entire trail at 1:25,000-50,000 scale, topography, terrain and most importantly - includes the trail on the map. The US is better than Canada in this way - … Continue reading Sunshine Coast Trail Maps
Welcome to Backpacks & Bike Racks! A blog about hiking, biking and other outdoor endeavors. We are a young couple living in Vancouver, BC who enjoy the outdoors. I commute via bike during the week and we hop around town on our bikes on the weekends. We are lucky enough to live in a city with excellent … Continue reading Hello World!
Backpacks & Bike Racks 