r/touringbicycles
A showcase of touring bicycles from around the world.
How to think about r/touringbicycles
This community is dedicated to the appreciation and discussion of touring bicycles, showcasing various models and setups from around the globe. Members share insights on gear, modifications, and experiences related to long-distance cycling, making it a unique hub for touring enthusiasts. The focus is on practical advice, personal stories, and the technical aspects of touring bikes, which sets it apart from other cycling communities that may focus more on racing or casual riding.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community are typically cycling enthusiasts, ranging from casual riders to serious touring cyclists. They often include backpackers and adventure seekers who value durability and functionality in their bicycles. The vibe is supportive and informative, with members eager to share their experiences and knowledge about touring, gear, and routes. Most members are likely to be adults, with a mix of ages and backgrounds, united by a passion for cycling.
Posting culture
Posting etiquette in this community emphasizes quality and relevance. High-quality images of touring bicycles, detailed gear reviews, and personal touring stories tend to thrive, while low-effort posts or blatant self-promotion are often downvoted. Members appreciate thorough discussions, so posts that invite conversation or provide valuable insights are favored. The community is relatively active, with a steady flow of posts, particularly during peak cycling seasons.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should prioritize authenticity and value over direct promotion. Sharing informative content, such as tips for touring, gear recommendations, or success stories from real users, resonates well. Collaborations with community members for product testing or feedback can also be effective. However, overt marketing tactics or spammy promotions are likely to be met with hostility, so brands should focus on building trust and contributing to discussions rather than pushing sales.
Top keywords
What r/touringbicycles talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/idimacali
- u/BrokeRichMan
- u/me_3_
- u/WestCorkonian
- u/MarkWant
- u/ahcowen
- u/angiebanangie92056
- u/AmazingWorldBikeTour
- u/sector432
- u/zbeubzbeub42069
- u/philyong_husband
- u/Dougiedad20
- u/Low-Western9390
- u/Sufficient_Run_6328
- u/AllAboutBikes-
- u/DutchSpaceNerd
- u/fastball_1009
- u/trevor__forever
- u/JaBig
- u/odraude85
- u/heterotopicalliances
- u/GoldenLeftovers
- u/AlexBehemoth
- u/Ewanhobbit
- u/subhashfor
- u/brewmonday
- u/Jeron_Plas
- u/beatmypete
- u/MuntasirJeffrey
- u/LordHivemindofCeres
- u/drytim
- u/HotAdhesiveness5
- u/One-Permission1635
- u/CalebJMalcom
- u/endomanid
- u/Existing-Ad7738
- u/Molybdongas
- u/mackymackmacks
- u/Boomslackjack
- u/Dark_Angel-69
- u/FighterPilotTAF
- u/LearnTeachLearn
- u/rhubear
- u/LibrarianKey2029
- u/Maple-Joe
- u/gratziani
- u/[deleted]
By votes
- u/idimacali
- u/MarkWant
- u/ahcowen
- u/angiebanangie92056
- u/AmazingWorldBikeTour
- u/sector432
- u/zbeubzbeub42069
- u/BrokeRichMan
- u/philyong_husband
- u/Dougiedad20
- u/Low-Western9390
- u/Sufficient_Run_6328
- u/AllAboutBikes-
- u/DutchSpaceNerd
- u/fastball_1009
- u/trevor__forever
- u/JaBig
- u/GoldenLeftovers
- u/odraude85
- u/heterotopicalliances
- u/AlexBehemoth
- u/Ewanhobbit
- u/brewmonday
- u/me_3_
- u/subhashfor
- u/Jeron_Plas
- u/beatmypete
- u/MuntasirJeffrey
- u/LordHivemindofCeres
- u/drytim
- u/HotAdhesiveness5
- u/endomanid
- u/One-Permission1635
- u/CalebJMalcom
- u/WestCorkonian
- u/Existing-Ad7738
- u/mackymackmacks
- u/Boomslackjack
- u/Dark_Angel-69
- u/FighterPilotTAF
- u/Molybdongas
- u/LearnTeachLearn
- u/rhubear
- u/LibrarianKey2029
- u/Maple-Joe
- u/gratziani
- u/[deleted]
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/pinkdeano
- u/Velo-Obscura
- u/makesfacesatbabies
- u/behindmycamel
- u/jbphilly
- u/Stayinthewoods
- u/edwinlegters
- u/LeftyLoosey
- u/lfpmi
- u/kelny
- u/peroh21
- u/floepsie
- u/MinMadChi
- u/dldalziel
- u/charwhee
- u/ADogDooSnowcone
- u/can_it_be_fixed
- u/ties__shoes
- u/heterotopicalliances
- u/josephrey
- u/Thunder_Tree
- u/8spd
- u/_landloper
- u/CwrwCymru
- u/satelliteserenade
- u/haley744
- u/timontyres
- u/Fragrant_Ad6448
- u/Obzzeh
- u/Odd_Director6298
- u/mickeyPijamas
- u/bartjart
- u/augi88
- u/Pastatively
- u/reddit3333
- u/AmazingWorldBikeTour
- u/idimacali
- u/sector432
- u/EnekoJones
- u/zbeubzbeub42069
- u/me_3_
- u/hikerdisguisedashobo
- u/lilbearpie
- u/Dougiedad20
- u/RecklessRonaldo
- u/acezinha
- u/sebasthememe
- u/Nu11us
- u/sturmeyhack
- u/PatrickTShepherd
- u/Jaimemgn
- u/SoCalChrisW
- u/Conquius
- u/JamesB5446
- u/LikeABundleOfHay
- u/LimboKing52
- u/UmmNylokh
- u/eastwes1
- u/BrokeRichMan
- u/skerinks
- u/aoris
- u/girlonaroad
- u/reeblebeeble
- u/nnnnnnnnnnm
- u/trevor__forever
- u/Nodeal_reddit
- u/ahandle
- u/slothman608
- u/Critical_Garbage_119
- u/alohamoraFTW
- u/GAMBT22
- u/dekomen
- u/beta-schematics
- u/dodogogolala
- u/BarkleEngine
- u/Fye_Maximus
- u/bleibs
- u/eatenbyalion
- u/pedalshift
- u/aspiringtobeme
- u/GodofPizza
- u/ChrisOntario
- u/570rmy
- u/ironduckie
- u/jeremykitchen
- u/Masseyrati80
- u/UKArch
- u/richlikestobike
- u/RidetheWalrusj2
- u/tcvanren
- u/ghostly_s
- u/prawnsforthecat
- u/trALErun
- u/g28802
- u/HotAdhesiveness5
- u/The_Pirate_of_Oz
- u/Peoplevs
- u/realghof
- u/Helfrd0771
By votes
- u/SoCalChrisW
- u/LeftyLoosey
- u/dodogogolala
- u/[deleted]
- u/can_it_be_fixed
- u/haley744
- u/nnnnnnnnnnm
- u/Thunder_Tree
- u/Velo-Obscura
- u/pedalshift
- u/sector432
- u/8spd
- u/Stayinthewoods
- u/ironduckie
- u/CwrwCymru
- u/satelliteserenade
- u/makesfacesatbabies
- u/heterotopicalliances
- u/jbphilly
- u/Diligent-Top-9802
- u/lfpmi
- u/floepsie
- u/dldalziel
- u/charwhee
- u/prawnsforthecat
- u/behindmycamel
- u/BicycleFixed
- u/timontyres
- u/pinkdeano
- u/zbeubzbeub42069
- u/Nu11us
- u/kelny
- u/peroh21
- u/ties__shoes
- u/josephrey
- u/ghostly_s
- u/JTN02
- u/AmazingWorldBikeTour
- u/idimacali
- u/edwinlegters
- u/Dougiedad20
- u/sturmeyhack
- u/eastwes1
- u/ADogDooSnowcone
- u/slothman608
- u/GAMBT22
- u/beta-schematics
- u/aspiringtobeme
- u/jeremykitchen
- u/richlikestobike
- u/RidetheWalrusj2
- u/_landloper
- u/fdtc_skolar
- u/mickeyPijamas
- u/augi88
- u/me_3_
- u/hikerdisguisedashobo
- u/RecklessRonaldo
- u/PatrickTShepherd
- u/MinMadChi
- u/UmmNylokh
- u/BrokeRichMan
- u/skerinks
- u/aoris
- u/trevor__forever
- u/BarkleEngine
- u/Masseyrati80
- u/UKArch
- u/trALErun
- u/The_Pirate_of_Oz
- u/balrog687
- u/otavioexel
- u/IWishIWasAShoe
- u/alip_93
- u/Fragrant_Ad6448
- u/Obzzeh
- u/Odd_Director6298
- u/bartjart
- u/Pastatively
- u/reddit3333
- u/EnekoJones
- u/lilbearpie
- u/acezinha
- u/sebasthememe
- u/Jaimemgn
- u/Conquius
- u/JamesB5446
- u/LikeABundleOfHay
- u/LimboKing52
- u/girlonaroad
- u/Nodeal_reddit
- u/Critical_Garbage_119
- u/alohamoraFTW
- u/dekomen
- u/Fye_Maximus
- u/bleibs
- u/eatenbyalion
- u/GodofPizza
- u/ChrisOntario
- u/570rmy
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FAQ
r/touringbicycles — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/touringbicycles have?
r/touringbicycles has approximately 5,845 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/touringbicycles created?
r/touringbicycles was created on January 30, 2015 (11 years ago).
What is r/touringbicycles about?
This community is dedicated to the appreciation and discussion of touring bicycles, showcasing various models and setups from around the globe. Members share insights on gear, modifications, and experiences related to long-distance cycling, making it a unique hub for touring enthusiasts. The focus is on practical advice, personal stories, and the technical aspects of touring…
What subreddits are similar to r/touringbicycles?
Communities similar to r/touringbicycles include r/randonneuring, r/bicycleculture, r/frankenbike, r/bicycletouring, r/framebuilding.
Who are the most active posters on r/touringbicycles?
The most frequent posters on r/touringbicycles include u/idimacali, u/BrokeRichMan, u/me_3_.
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