Cycle Tour Prep

16 items · Travel · Hard difficulty · 2 hours

Prepare your bike, route, gear, and emergency plan for a country-crossing tour.

• Map route and study elevation profiles

  Plot daily legs, note steep climbs, ferry options, and alternative roads.

• Set daily mileage target

  Aim for realistic km/miles considering elevation and rest days.

• Identify daily campsites and B&B options

  Mark water, resupply points, and contact info for each stop.

• Inspect and service touring bike

  Check brakes, wheel trueness, drivetrain wear, and headset play.

• Fit and test panniers and rack

  Load gear and ride short loops to check clearance and balance.

• Pack essential repair kit

  Include spare tubes, tyre levers, multi-tool, pump, and patch kit.

• Pack chain lube and spare quick links

  Bring small bottle of lube and 1–2 spare master links.

• Test navigation devices and offline maps

  Load GPX routes, test turn alerts, and save offline map tiles.

• Plan daily nutrition and calorie targets

  Estimate daily calories and plan breakfast, ride snacks, and dinner.

• Pack portable stove and lightweight meals

  Carry a compact stove for remote stretches and extra calories.

• Assemble emergency contact and evacuation plan

  Share route, ETA, and check-in times with at least two contacts.

• Prepare first aid kit and personal meds

  Include blister care, bandages, pain relief, and any prescriptions.

• Check ID, insurance, and money access

  Carry ID, travel insurance info, backup cards, and some local cash.

• Pack camping gear or confirm B&B reservations

  Choose lighter tent/sleep system or prebook nights on busy stretches.

• Practice a loaded ride and adjust bike fit

  Do a multi-day test with full load to tweak saddle and handlebars.

• Charge and pack lights, power banks, and cables

  Pack front/rear lights plus enough battery for GPS and phone charging.

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