I do both. I cycle almost every day...but I also hike and backpack.

The cycling I do solo, and fit it in where I can. This year I'll do about 4,000 miles.

The hiking I do with my wife---so we take a weekend trip, or take vacation, and do the hikes.

Both are great. You don't have to choose. But it really helps if you take your family!
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