Did you know that Taiwan has long been a hot spot for cyclists? This small island is home to mountains higher than Mt. Fuji, and hill climbing is as popular an activity as long rides.

When cycling in France, let’s consider what arrangements are needed locally and how to plan your trip. You have two options: bring your own bike or rent one on-site. Table of Contents 1. Tips for Checking Your Bike on International Flights2. Renting a Quality Bicycle in France 1. Tips for Checking Your Bike on International Flights First, consider the case of bringing your bike on the plane to France. I asked Action Sports Corp, a company that handles the “Bike Porter” bike transport cases for airlines, about the latest situation. Q: What size bikes can be checked on international flights? Is it free or are there additional fees? A: Policies vary depending on the airline for international fl […]

On August 3, 2025, strong and seasoned cyclists from 50 countries around the world began turning their pedals in London, setting out toward Edinburgh, Scotland. London–Edinburgh–London (LEL) is a long-distance cycling event running roughly 1,500 km: riders travel north from London across Great Britain, turn around in Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, and return to the start. Participants are required to complete the course within five and a half days.Broadly speaking, it falls into the category of brevets, long-distance events that have been gaining popularity in Japan as well.LEL is held once every four years and is organized by Audax UK. Alongside Paris–Brest–Paris (PBP, France) , 1001 Miglia […]