Bike Schlub: Exactly how I got off the couch and rode across France and you should too: Euro Velo 6 Guide | Cycling Europe | Cycle Touring Beginner | ... a Vélo | Easy Adventure Travel Bike Touring

Imagine yourself cycling across France. It's not just for experienced cyclists? You (yes! You!) can actually do it.

If you are a beginner or want to be a beginner bike touring cyclist, I wrote this honest, no-nonsense guide for YOU. I started as a complete beginner myself; I'd never done so much as an overnighter. This book takes you through every aspect of my planning and completing the EuroVelo 6 route across France—from choosing the right bike to finding places to sleep, and everything in between.

What You'll Get: Real-World Budget Breakdowns
Actual costs from the trip—accommodations, food, gear, and unexpected expenses. Plan your budget with confidence using numbers from someone who's already done it.

Learn From My Mistakes
I made plenty of errors so you don't have to but also show they aren't the end of the world, or the trip. From packing blunders to route miscalculations, discover what went wrong and how to avoid the same pitfalls.

Beginner-Friendly Gear Advice
What bike should you ride? What do you actually need to pack? Cut through the confusion with practical recommendations based on real experience, not theoretical ideals.

The Complete Route Experience
Follow along on the journey itself—the villages, the people, the challenges, and the joys. Get inspired while learning what each section of the route really entails.

Practical Logistics Made Simple
Travel tips, training advice, and day-by-day planning guidance that reduces anxiety and builds confidence. Perfect for anyone who's excited about bike touring but doesn't know where to start.

This Book Is For You If: You're interested in bike touring but have never done a multi-day trip You want to ride the EuroVelo 6 or other European cycling routes You're tired of guidebooks that assume you're already an expert You want honest advice from someone who figured it out as they went Stop dreaming and start planning. Your French cycling adventure awaits.