We want to go somewhere sunny and warm in February. We're in Vancouver BC and don't want to fly too far; cost is an issue. We would really like to bring our touring bicycles and do a mini-tour at a relaxed pace - maybe 250 miles over two weeks. So far we're looking at South Baja. Good idea? Other ideas? [more inside]
posted by PercussivePaul on Nov 17, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I find affordable travel cases for my musical equipment? [more inside]
posted by orville sash on Oct 28, 2009 - 4 answers

vacation ideas... wanna take the girlfriend on a two week motorcycle tour through the south in early january. had planned on going from texas to florida. we live in seattle. what is the cheapest way? [more inside]
posted by nihlton on Oct 13, 2009 - 9 answers

I want to do a 2-3 week cycling trip in a foreign country around New year. Need suggestions as to locales/routes. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by letahl on Oct 5, 2009 - 10 answers

Do American musicians need a special work permit to play two shows in Canada? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Sep 8, 2009 - 19 answers

My band is going on a national rock tour: what should I know? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Aug 12, 2009 - 24 answers

I’m considering biking from Madison, WI to Austin, TX in October. Please help me assess whether this is a good idea. [more inside]
posted by dr. boludo on Jul 21, 2009 - 15 answers

What are some good places to gig around Vancouver? [more inside]
posted by CarrotAdventure on Jun 17, 2009 - 3 answers

looking for a website i saw once, that lets you enter a driving time and it plots it on a google map... it wasn't just a circle it actually put boundaries on the map at various points that corresponded with the driving time....
posted by chasles on Apr 29, 2009 - 4 answers

What do I need to know and do in order to take a bike and ride a famous cycling route in France? [more inside]
posted by Severian on Apr 29, 2009 - 15 answers

What are my best options for listening to music on a long bike tour? [more inside]
posted by PercussivePaul on Apr 15, 2009 - 18 answers

Thanks to an airline mix-up, I will be in Munich for one day before flying back to the States. Help me plan a fun day. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog on Jan 27, 2009 - 12 answers

Bike nerds : give me a recommendation for both a long-haul touring setup and a flat-city fashion fixie setup. [more inside]
posted by suckerpunch on Jan 24, 2009 - 11 answers

Does anyone have advice/experience on how to go about "buying" on to another bands tour as a support act? [more inside]
posted by lowlight on Sep 9, 2008 - 7 answers

My little rocker brother's heading out on a two-week tour in a smelly van with a bunch of smelly guys. How can I make his life easier? [more inside]
posted by raz5 on Jun 25, 2008 - 20 answers

Should I get a racer or a tourer? [more inside]
posted by Kiwi on Jun 23, 2008 - 10 answers

How to escape the Greater Toronto Area for multiday bicycle tours? Difficulty: no car. [more inside]
posted by anthill on May 11, 2008 - 12 answers

What would people recommend for a low cost, non sport, touring motorcycle? [more inside]
posted by LittleNami on Apr 24, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm interested in understanding what a sound tech's duties entail during a concert setting, and what goes into managing a band. [more inside]
posted by FunkyHelix on Apr 18, 2008 - 7 answers

Tips for motorcycle passengers? [more inside]
posted by 1f2frfbf on Mar 18, 2008 - 19 answers

What stuff should I bring with me on tour? [more inside]
posted by knowles on Feb 24, 2008 - 30 answers

Ideas for an 'adventurous experience' in London, England? [more inside]
posted by bamassippi on Dec 27, 2007 - 15 answers

I need advice on how to get food and money while traveling through Europe, and how to transport my bike. [more inside]
posted by fjardt on Dec 7, 2007 - 8 answers

What is the best cycling route from the northern part of the central valley north/northeast-ward? Oh, and will I die? [more inside]
posted by beerbajay on May 3, 2007 - 8 answers

$700+ to fly with our bicycles? Help us find decent touring bike rentals in Amsterdam or a better plan! [more inside]
posted by funkiwan on Apr 26, 2007 - 16 answers

Does anyone have good examples of rock autobiographies or biographies which give an honest account of life on the road? [more inside]
posted by rhodri on Jan 3, 2007 - 23 answers

Can you recommend a car rental firm in Iceland? (Or have you travelled around Iceland using public transit? In February? How'd it work out for you?) [more inside]
posted by Marquis on Dec 5, 2006 - 5 answers

California or southwest geography buffs -- a great 200 miles of travel, starting within a day's drive of San Francisco? Road bike tourers -- tips on preparing for and planning a bicycle tour? [more inside]
posted by salvia on Jul 13, 2006 - 13 answers

I'm looking for some advice / experiences with tours through Japan (i.e. traveling in Japan with activities etc. taken care of by someone else). [more inside]
posted by thumpasor on Mar 28, 2006 - 3 answers

I'm thinking about putting around Vietnam on a motorbike for a month or so, starting in a week. What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by borkingchikapa on Sep 3, 2005 - 6 answers

I'm new to biking and I need some fundamental advice about bike repair and maintenance. [more inside]
posted by elwoodwiles on Jun 29, 2005 - 23 answers

A few months ago I saw a website of two college age guys on a bike tour across the US, or at least a large portion of it. The website was like a blog. I remember one of the kids had a mohawk. Anyone know the website? [more inside]
posted by Hall on Apr 14, 2005 - 2 answers

I live in San Jose, CA and I recently got a new (used) SV650S motorcycle. I am looking for tips with regard to doing some touring and/or camping using the bike.

Also, if you have any tips on how to have a more pleasant time getting to Yosemite and the rest of the Sierra than riding through the flotilla of bugs that is the central valley, I'm all ears.
posted by gkostolny on May 13, 2004 - 6 answers

My band is going to go on a tour from the Midwest to the East Coast in Late March. What small clubs (Cap 100- or less) or basements- geared towards noisey indie rock- would you recommend playing in between Milwaukee and The Atlantic Ocean? If possible, contact info or a link would be appreciated.
posted by drezdn on Jan 11, 2004 - 8 answers