How much or how little you take is personal preference, it all depends how much you're willing to carry. This short video will show you how.įully-loaded - my second cycle tour Basic kit list I like the flexibility of being able to stop for the night whenever I wish and waking up to the dawn chorus but I also enjoy some home comforts from time to time! If you do plan to camp on route, please do so responsibly. I personally like to use a combination of all three. You can also use sites like WarmShowers where generous cyclists across the world offer a shower/ bed/meal to those travelling by bike. If you're looking for a more luxury, you may wish to stay in accommodation along the route, but this does mean you'll need to be sure you can reach your accommodation before the end of the day, so a little more planning may be required. Sleeping under the stars will give you a real sense of adventure and I highly recommend stepping out of your comfort zone by camping, as this will give your trip a huge amount of freedom and flexibility. The beauty with cycle touring is that it's incredibly flexible, especially if you plan to cook and camp along the way. This will give you an idea of how much distance you should be cycling per day in order to stay on course, and allows you to make the necessary travel/accommodation arrangements in advance when required. If you only have a certain time frame for your trip, it’s important to have a rough itinerary of your schedule before you set off. The weather forecast will impact the equipment you’ll need to take with you, but as we all know, the weather can easily change so it's best to cover all bases and pack waterproofs and warm clothes just incase. However, summer cycle tours require less clothes and a lighter sleep system so you'll carry less weight.Ĭycling in winter through heavy rain and wind is equally challenging and demanding, and you'll need good kit to keep you warm and dry.
Cycling in the heat of summer can be tough on the body and there may be more cars on the road. Like any holiday, planning a cycle tour will require different things depending on the time of year you wish to go. If it’s your very first time heading out on a long-distance cycling tour and you're looking for a more relaxing trip, it might be worthwhile looking into guided and semi-guided tours with cycling experts who can help you get the most out of every destination you ride through. You could also sign up to a cycle touring forum, such as the CTC Forum or Cycling UK and chat to other keen cyclists for tips and advice. Search for the specific cycle routes you wish to take and read what other people have to say, so that you get a better idea of where to go, what to avoid, what to take, and what you can expect. To help you choose, it might also be beneficial to read some of the cycle touring adventures had by others, especially if you're looking to go abroad.
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