Originally Posted by
Bike Jedi
Why?
In our experience, bike touring is very frugal. Camping in foul weather is no fun; you have a fairly limited range of food options (no refrigeration). I would not consider it as a lifestyle option when there are kids.
Don't get me wrong - we've spent two summers bike touring with our daughters and plan to do it again next summer. Bike touring is a great way to travel.