Gadling http://www.gadling.com Gadling http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.gadling.com/media/feedlogo.gif Gadling http://www.gadling.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Bring a bike on your next road trip - Road trip tip]]>http://www.gadling.com/2010/05/10/bring-a-bike-on-your-next-road-trip-road-trip-tip/http://www.gadling.com/2010/05/10/bring-a-bike-on-your-next-road-trip-road-trip-tip/http://www.gadling.com/2010/05/10/bring-a-bike-on-your-next-road-trip-road-trip-tip/#commentsIt might be a simple suggestion, but... bringing a bike (or two) on your next road trip will yield rich rewards.

Not only does a bike ride stretch your legs after hours in the car, it helps provide a lay of the land when you make a pitstop. Further, you'll absorb more local flavor (markets, parks, impromptu street performances) than is possible solely on foot. Finally, riding a bike is good exercise! (And who among us didn't eat just a little too much on our last vacation?)

Bike racks conserve trunk space but if you manage to fit the bike inside your vehicle you'll have less logistical hassle. Pro tip: Folding bikes like those made by Bike Friday take up less space.

See also: 20 great bike rides

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