Safer Computing in Internet Cafes

In a previous post, I discussed potential issues when traveling with electronic components, and ensuring that your data was secure. But what if you don’t carry a laptop or netbook but instead rely on internet cafes during your travels? It saves on weight and minimizes your risk of becoming victim of theft or robbery, gives you the opportunity to interact with locals, with a trade off of reduced privacy. Internet cafes computer’s are notorious for being infected with spyware or malware that record your personal information as you do various [read more]


 
For Sale: Surly Long Haul Trucker

For the hardcore cycle tourist, the daily commuter, or for someone who just wants a rock solid bike that is not only comfortable, but well build and able to attain decent speeds while feeling stable at the same time, I’m selling my Surly Long Haul Trucker (LHT) which has taken me down to Mexico and across Canada. It’s my buddy, best friend, and one that I rely on the most. However, with all this, I’ve made the ways to part ways with my bike, and move onto something different.   [read more]


 
Newfoundland Statistics

Statistics while cycle touring throughout Newfoundland, Canada, with photos, travelers information, daily logs of distance, elevation and costs, journal entries.


 
Mexico Statistics

Statistics while cycle touring throughout Mexico, with photos, travelers information, daily logs of distance, elevation and costs, journal entries.


 
North America Statistics

Statistics while cycle touring throughout North America, with photos, travelers information, daily logs of distance, elevation and costs, journal entries.


 
Data Protection while Traveling

(A practical-on-the-verge-of-paranoia-they’re-out-to-get-me article on making sure your data remains secure) Do you carry electronic components while traveling, such as a laptop, phone, or mp3 player? What would you lose if one or all just stopped? What if a device was lost or stolen, ending up in the wrong hands? I’m won’t rehash the million articles that one can find about protecting yourself physically while traveling but instead focus on something just as valuable – your data. Data is a collection of facts, such as values or measurements. It can be [read more]