The Old Guy Bicycle Blog

An honest story from the road: a solo cyclist faces temptation, chooses integrity, and pedals away changed. A quiet test of values on tour. 🛣️ Quick Read: When a kind stranger made an unexpected offer during my solo cycling tour, I faced a quiet but powerful test of integrity. This isn’t just a story about riding — it’s about remembering who you are when no one’s looking. The Time I Was Tempted — and Chose Integrity Instead When I set out on a solo bicycle tour across the eastern United States, I expected the usual challenges — physical exhaustion, unpredictable weather, mechanical breakdowns. What I didn’t expect was an emotional detour that would quietly test my values and sense of commitment. I was excited to explore new roads, meet new people, and soak in the freedom that long-distance cycling offers. One afternoon, while hunting for a bike path that promised 30 peaceful, traffic-free miles, I stopped near a vintage art store in a small town. That’s where I met her. ...

  🚴‍♂️ Real Stories from the Road: Heinz Stücke spent more than 50 years cycling around the globe, riding over 400,000 miles and visiting nearly every country on Earth. His story remains one of the most inspiring in cycling history. Heinz Stücke: The Touring Cyclist Who Covered the Most Miles Ever When it comes to touring cyclists who’ve covered the most miles in history, one name stands above the rest: Heinz Stücke . Born on January 11, 1940, in Hövelhof, Germany, Heinz set off in 1962 at age 22 with a simple goal—to tour Europe by bicycle. But that ride never really ended. He pedaled through France, Spain, and Portugal, then crossed into Morocco. From there, his route stretched through Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. He went on to cycle through 196 countries and 78 territories over the course of 56 years, logging an estimated 648,000 kilometers —about 403,000 miles . That’s the equivalent of circling the Earth over 16 times. 🌏 A Life on the Move Stü...