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Who was Kōbō Daishi?

In this article Cycling with Ride and Seek cycling tours offers more than spectacular scenery; our local guides offer a deep insight into the culture and history of the places we travel. On the Shikoku... Read More

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Nutrition: How to maximise your energy levels on tour

  In this article Helping our guests get the most out of their cycling tour experience is paramount to our team. By eating well on tour, it can help your recovery, energy levels and even... Read More

Top 10 best coastal cycling routes according to our team

  In this article There is something truly special about a coastal cycle ride, complete with dazzling water views as the miles slide by. On our epic cycling tours, we get to experience some of... Read More

Stress-Free Strzelecki Booking Terms

  COVID-19 Strzelecki Stress Free Booking  (The below COVID terms are applicable to all bookings on the March 2021 Strzelecki tour from Sydney to Hobart) Book with confidence that you won’t lose out if government... Read More

Ned Kelly – An Australian Icon

  In this article Our Strzelecki Australian Cycling Tour has the explorer Sir Paul Edmund de Strzelecki at its core but it would seem amiss to overlook arguably Australia’s most (in)famous cultural icon – Ned... Read More

Your Average Cycling Speed and Why it Matters | Ride and Seek

  In this article We discuss what is your average cycling speed and why it matters. Given how general the title of this blog is, we imagine that various kinds of cycling enthusiasts will find... Read More

The Top 5 Cycling Trips in Australia | Ride and Seek

  In this article Australian cycling does not get the praise and acclaim it deserves. Some of you reading this probably know exactly how great Australia is for cycling trips, but we think you’re probably... Read More

Top 5 Bike Tours in Europe | Ride and Seek

  Top 5 Bike Tours in Europe Europe’s varied landscapes, vibrant cultures, and rich tapestry of history are part of what makes it the most popular continent in the world for cycling tours. And it’s... Read More

Helping Helmets – Life Made Better with Art

Helping Helmets is a wonderful social initiative supported by Ride and Seek and started by one of our team, Ben Weigl. The organisation was created as a way of supporting Australian indigenous artists in remote... Read More

Tour Specifics – APPALACHIANS

PREPARING FOR YOUR ADVENTURE Appalachians – Maine to North Carolina   GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Click here for general details of how to prepare for our upcoming cycling adventure.       MEETING POINTS & TOUR... Read More

Dalmatian Peka with a glass of Dingač

  In this article Join us as we delve deeper into the magic of ‘peka’ and uncover the secrets of this traditional Croatian cooking method. Setting up our Epic Adventures is very much a process... Read More

Was Marco Polo Croatian?

  In this article The fact that Marco Polo was Venetian is widely accepted, indeed, both the Wikipedia and Encyclopaedia Britannica entries cite Venice as his birthplace. So why is there a small house in... Read More

The story of the folk hero James McKenzie & his dog Friday

  In this article Ride and Seek cycling tours are designed to be more than just incredible rides; they’re journeys into the heart of a region, often uncovering the fascinating stories and local legends that... Read More

Our Lightened COV19 Terms & Conditions

  Dear Ride and Seekers With the COVID-19 coronavirus still dominating the headlines, I wanted to reach out to let you know our thoughts on the situation and attempt to assuage any concerns you have.... Read More

Meet the inspiration behind our first Aussie Cycling Epic

  In this article Our Strzelecki Australian Cycling Tour takes us across the Great Dividing Range from the Pacific to the Southern Ocean and takes in Australia’s most iconic climbs. But who exactly was Strzelecki?... Read More

Make It Epic! Your 12 Epic Adventures around the world

  In this article Since 2012, Ride and Seek has been pioneering A to B luxury cycling tours, starting with the iconic Hannibal Epic Adventure from Barcelona to Rome. This inaugural tour set the standard... Read More

The Science Behind Making the Perfect Espresso

  In this article At Ride and Seek, cycling and coffee go hand-in-hand. More than just a warm-up or a quick refuel, the humble espresso has become an integral part of nearly every tour we... Read More

Riding with us on Zwift in a virtual world!

  In this article If you have found your way to this page, you have made a vital step in joining us for some rides on Zwift. Chris Small is leading the way on this... Read More

Top 10 Climbs on our epic cycle tours according to our team

  In this article Nothing beats that feeling of summiting a long-awaited iconic climb on your bike. All that training and miles in the saddle for a sublime moment of achievement in a faraway corner... Read More

Hannibal: The inspiration for our original Epic Adventure

  In this article In 218 BC, Hannibal started his march with one hundred thousand soldiers and nearly forty elephants. On the Ride and Seek Hannibal cycle tour, our aim is to follow Hannibal’s path... Read More

Top 10 memorable moments in 2019 according to our team

  In this article As we look forward to the start of our 2020 season, we are reflecting on an epic 2019 season. We all know those moments when travelling, where some sort of magic... Read More

Europe’s 6 Best Coastal Bike Rides | Ride and Seek

  In this article There is no better feeling than grabbing your bike and hitting the open road on a journey that could last for days, taking in the scenery, getting to know the land... Read More