Bike touring: Where to sleep and how to find it
Bike touring is different than other types of travelling in that you don't really know how far you're going to get every day. This can make planning accommodations difficult and stressful, but it doesn't need to be.
In this post, I share some of the techniques I use to find accommodation on the fly so you can enjoy the ride and not stress about where to rest your head that night.
Opinel Belt Sheath & Case: How-To's
The Opinel belt sheath and case is elegant and keeps your knife close at hand, and discretely on your belt. I've made this blog post with tips and tricks on how to best break it in so you can get the most of your leather Opinel sheath.
How to get a free pair of Giro Cycling shoes
Traveling is great, because you never know who you're going to meet and what's going to happen. Carma helps it all go round. This is story of rain, iPhones and free giro cycling shoes...
Pedal Belt: How-To's
Our Pedal Belts are super comfy, and give you more power for your push. To get the best use from them, you'll want to make sure they're installed properly. I've made this blog post to help you fit them to your shoes, and attach them securely to your pedals, so you can enjoy the ride in style, and safety!
How to reroute shifter cables to accommodate an Ortlieb Handlebar Bag
The main problem here is that entry level index shifters usually have cables right where you'd want to be putting your handlebar bag.
This hack, lets you get the cables out of the way and keep them protected without having to upgrade your shifters.
U-Lock Holster Installation: How-To's
The U-Lock Holster is a unique and versatile way to store your U-Lock. There are a few places you can attach it to your bike, so we've put together this blog post to help you install it properly for maximum use.
PedalShift Podcast Episode: Cycling Tips and Tricks
I had the please of speaking with Tim on his PedalShift Podcast recently. We had a chance to talk about all kinds of stuff, even Poutine. It was fun to share some hacks and tricks for reducing weight, cooking with a stove, keytosis and all kinds of stuff. Our part of the episode starts at 6:17 or so. Enjoy.
Smartphone Stand & Bracelet: How-To's
The Smartphone Stand & Bracelet does the heavy holding, so you don't have to! And when you're finished using it as a stand, you can simply strap it on your wrist and take off. I made this blog post to show you the best way to use the bracelet, and help prolong its life.
How to strap a EU Megaboom to a Bicycle
Designing is all about finding that harmony between multiple elements to achieve a specific goal. Like people, these 'objects' become more than the sum of their parts and can often take on a like of their own. This is a great example of the soul of this design. Something that's made to carry a wine bottle, ends up helping Max bring comedy and showman ship to his audience.
iPhone Belt Holster: How-To's
Let the iPhone belt holster be your third hand. Always there to carry your phone when you need it, and like a good friend, making sure no phone is left behind! I made this blog post so you can make sure you're use it properly and get the most out of your iPhone case.
Can kids go bike touring?
Last week i had the privilege of guiding 12-15yr old kids on their first bike tour ever. What a blast. The story starts 2 years ago when i met the Anne-Marie, the founder of Ca Roule Pour Moi our of Montreal. I was touring in the Eastern Townships with friends and she was leading a tour of her own. She told me about he...
Everyday Belt: How-To's
We redesigned the classic leather belt for a sleeker fit and minimal hardware, without the added bulk of a metal buckle and extra long tongue. Best of all, it's custom adjustable to fit your body perfectly. I made this blog post to show just how easy it is to adjust this belt to fit you perfectly.
Norway By Bike
Next up, I'm traveling to Norway to explore the wilderness and take a spin around Oslo. Tied for most expensive city in the world, they boast some serious infrastructure plans for cyclists. Ranked #20th most bicycle friendly city in the world.
Bicycle Wine Rack: How-To's
I don't think many people would need an explanation, but just in case, I thought i'd make a quick video to explain it all. It's so easy, you can do it blindfolded.
How to use your smartphone as a headcam.
Wether you're recording a video to share with your friends or content for a blog, having the right tools for the job can make all the difference. Traditionally that's mean't having a higher quality device that was most certainly expensive and bulky.
Top 5 Headcam Cycling Videos from Argentina and the USA
That time when there's been a landslide and the tunnel through the mountain is completely covered over. You decide to hop the fence and cycle through the forest, not knowing what you going to find. You end up on an old railroad path that's been paved over and ride it for 3 hrs through the forest, having the one of the best cycles of your life.
Denmark by Bike: Copenhagen Cycling Culture
I began my cycling sabbatical in Denmark. Copenhagen is one of the most cycling friendly cities in the world, so I was excited to see how they make it work. I was surprised to see that
Digital Nomad on a Bike
For the next several months, i'll be bicycle touring around Europe as a digital nomad. With me, I'll have everything i need to live, work and stay creative. This time is intended as a creative sabbatical from the workshop to
Oopsmark Studio Tour
Making a new studio has been a blast. If you're making thing from scratch, why not make it just the way you want it?
Bicycle Handle Installation Instructions
The Bike handle should make it easier to lift your bicycle up and down the stairs. Hopefully this video will make it easier for you to install it.
To Train or not to Train? There is no question...
Pulling into Vancouver it was all over too soon. The night before we'd even talked about hijacking the train to make the trip a day longer
Bicycle Tour Via Train
It's time for another epic bike tour, this time across Canada and then down to Oregon Coast to Portland.
Learn to whistle and it may save your life.
I can't count the amount of times whistling has helped me avoid a collision on my bicycle. Friend mentioned that they didn't know how to whistle, so we put this video together to help people learn how. It's pretty simple, just a little practice is all.
The most reliable airline for cyclists
After Air Canada lost my bicycle for 17 days of a bicycle trip in Buenos Aires, I started to wonder which airlines had the best record of not loosing bikes. Oopsmark conducted a survey through our network to learn more.
Beunos Aires by Bicycle
Here's why Buenos Aires has skyrocketed to being the 14th most cycling friendly place in the world.
Tee-Pee Touring and so on
It turns out that Quebec has bike paths all through the countryside all over the province - they go by the name La Route Verte and they're beautiful.
Cycle Touring 101: An intro to touring bicycles
I got into touring because Shea explained to be that could ride of the city and go camping. His expertise as a tour guide and bike shop owner helped me learn quickly, so I asked him if we could make a video to help other people get into it.
What makes the perfect baguette?
Is there a difference between a bakers baguette and a large grocery store baguette? It turns out the answer goes back to the early 19th century and explains a lot about why many people have problems with gluten.
Artisanal Circus Cycling Tricks with Wine
The Cirque de Soleil 30th birthday party was, as you would imagine, amazing. There was amazing food, a ferris wheel, tightrope walking, and a video of Paul McCartney projected on the wall, giving hit best wished to the Cirque. I made a friend aswell.
DIY: Squatting Computer Desk
Fix your back. Turn any desk into a standup desk, squat on the ground or bring it with you. Make one or buy one.
How Cycling is Changing the Face of the Cities
The reality is that cycling is one the rise, again. As more commuters hit the road, or traffic needs are evolving and our cities are changing.
Made in Montreal Documentary S1E2
The documentary series Made in Montreal S1E2 ventures to our MileEnd leather workshop to talk with about what we do
What is an 'Oopsmark' anyway?
People always ask where the name Oopsmark comes from. Here's the answer.
The iPhone 6 Holster for Modern Day Cowboys (and Cowgirls)
With a dedicated phone holder, you'll stop putting it down in random places. It'll stop getting broken and won't get lost.
Less Gas, More Ass: International World Naked Bike Ride
Did you know that people go biking naked once a year all over the world. Guess why?
Drone copter hits cyclist
I always thought drone where pretty cool, but never considered what would happen if they hit someone. I got some first hand experience to find out.
This ain't no 90s iphone holster
Without a consistent safe place to put our phone, we loose them and break them. It's time to re-examine the belt holster for phone. Not like they used to do, but how it should be done.
How cycling is safer than driving
What's more dangerous? Cycling or Driving? What makes cycling safer.
Cycle your way to a more creative brain
You know cycling feels good, but how does it affect creativity, problem solving and brain activity? That's what we wanted to learn about, so here it is.
The Ultimate Doggy Bag
It's fun having a workshop around so you can do stuff like this with your friends dog.
Bicycle Wine Rack vs the Trick Fixie
Hey Tom, want to see if we can break a wine bottle with a bike?
The Recycled Bicycle Wine Rack
On the hunt for innovative material, this bicycle accessory made of used bicycle parts is my favourite.
How to take Handoramas with iPhone pano
On a trip to Hawaii, Stephanie Audet and I figured out a way to take selfies with out using our hands. Well, we took turns. Hard to explain, better to read the blog.
How the bicycle craze affected women's equality and their pants.
Society seems to evolve with the help of the tools available at the time. Bicycles and feminism is a great example.
Leather Belt Hack
Of all the things i've made. This is the one i've used that most.It's everyday practical.
RIP Uncle John, thanks for the great flag
John Matheson, just passed away. Clearly Canada isn't that old if the creator of our flag has just passed.
The Science Behind Why Cycling Makes Us Happier
If you bike, you know it makes you feel good, but how and why? Have the scientists figured it out yet?
Naked Bike Mechanic Calendar
It was a pleasure to participate in Montreal Naked Bike Mechanical Calendar. They do a great job every year and I've always wanted to be in there.
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