How to Travel With Your Bike
On An Adventure
You must be quite an
adventure enthusiast if you
are contemplating to take it
on with your bike. It is a big
step particularly if you are
not the type to be caged in what
seems normal by taking a car. Even if
you are an expert cyclist, deciding to
travel by your bike on an adventure
will demand thorough preparation and
research compared to readying a car
or just taking a flight. This article is
aimed at giving you a guideline of the
things to factor in as you prep to
embark to enjoy the scenery at your
own pace.
Inspect your bike first or have a
professional do it for you. Whether
you have the best mountain bike under
300 or the best mountain bike under
200, safety is paramount. You need to
feel as safe as possible with your bike.
Confirm your helmet is all set and it's
the right so as not to block your view.
If planning to ride in the night, have a
light mounted on your helmet and on
your bike. Ensure its' sharp enough for
the other cyclists and drivers to
clearly see you. Take your bike for a
long-distance test-ride. This will help
you rule out some of the doubts you
could be having on safety.
Go over your map keenly, this will help
you to familiarize with the
surrounding, the terrain to expect and
traffic. Research on weather
conditions to expect and note down the
spots you can take shelter at in case
of an emergency. Most importantly,
ensure to research and feel settled
when it comes to the security of that
place.
If seriously planning to travel with
your bike, at the bare minimum, be
sure you know how to adjust the saddle
and change the tire in case of a flat.
Even if you've already marked bike
shops on your map, these basics will
save lots of time not forgetting
money. You can imagine if your tire
bursts in the middle of nowhere and
you'll have to transport it to a
technician. Not an exciting detour
you'd hoped for, right?
Also, know how to adjust the saddle to
the right height; you sure have to be
comfortable riding and adjust your
brakes accordingly as well. Knowing
how to tighten bolts or replace a
slipped chain is just as important.
Remember to bring with you
appropriate tools for such issues.
Examples of such tools are pedal
spanners, pump, tire levers.
If you plan to travel by your bike, you
require a helmet, a spanner and a map
to confirm where the trail leads you.
You can also pack backup tire and a
bike pump.
Most importantly, bring your phone
with you, a backup phone battery or
portable charger and an ID.
Unfortunately, accidents happen and
you might need to contact a friend or
family for help. And an identification
card will help to identify you just in
case. Equally important set aside
money for an emergency that you can
easily access.
At some point, you might be forced to
pack your bike for a flight or via
other means of transport, so ensure
you've a bike bag. Below is a guideline
on how to pack a bike:
• Deflate the tires but not completely
• Remove the handlebars and attach
them to frame else turn them to one
side
• Remove or lower the saddle
• You can remove the wheels well.
• Ensure everything is fitted well, most
bags with different fitments suited
for their bike parts. Fit them and
fasten with straps.
Cycling demands lots of energy
especially for a long-distance and
burns a huge amount of calories. You
surely don't wish to get worn-out with
fatigue, so pack healthy snacks to
keep you energetic all through. Don't
forget you need to stay hydrated.
Dehydration just smells doom for your
adventure with a headache that comes
with it, so carry enough water and
take it as often as you need to.
Finally, pack appropriate clothing. It
helps to check the weather forecast
first to know the kind of dress code
you will need. But, try to ensure you
pack lightweight clothing; even if you
will be riding late in the night, get a
lightweight jacket.
You cannot afford to allow physical
discomfort to overcome you. Push
yourself a bit further if you regularly
exercise. If exercising isn't the norm
for you, hit the gym or still set aside
enough hours cycling around. Take on
similar terrain if possible, this will help
you get a feel of what the bike tour
will entail as well as build your
confidence.
Finally, have a blast on your
adventure! Don't shy away, go on and
travel by your bike on your deserved
adventure.
On An Adventure
You must be quite an
adventure enthusiast if you
are contemplating to take it
on with your bike. It is a big
step particularly if you are
not the type to be caged in what
seems normal by taking a car. Even if
you are an expert cyclist, deciding to
travel by your bike on an adventure
will demand thorough preparation and
research compared to readying a car
or just taking a flight. This article is
aimed at giving you a guideline of the
things to factor in as you prep to
embark to enjoy the scenery at your
own pace.
Inspect your bike first or have a
professional do it for you. Whether
you have the best mountain bike under
300 or the best mountain bike under
200, safety is paramount. You need to
feel as safe as possible with your bike.
Confirm your helmet is all set and it's
the right so as not to block your view.
If planning to ride in the night, have a
light mounted on your helmet and on
your bike. Ensure its' sharp enough for
the other cyclists and drivers to
clearly see you. Take your bike for a
long-distance test-ride. This will help
you rule out some of the doubts you
could be having on safety.
Go over your map keenly, this will help
you to familiarize with the
surrounding, the terrain to expect and
traffic. Research on weather
conditions to expect and note down the
spots you can take shelter at in case
of an emergency. Most importantly,
ensure to research and feel settled
when it comes to the security of that
place.
If seriously planning to travel with
your bike, at the bare minimum, be
sure you know how to adjust the saddle
and change the tire in case of a flat.
Even if you've already marked bike
shops on your map, these basics will
save lots of time not forgetting
money. You can imagine if your tire
bursts in the middle of nowhere and
you'll have to transport it to a
technician. Not an exciting detour
you'd hoped for, right?
Also, know how to adjust the saddle to
the right height; you sure have to be
comfortable riding and adjust your
brakes accordingly as well. Knowing
how to tighten bolts or replace a
slipped chain is just as important.
Remember to bring with you
appropriate tools for such issues.
Examples of such tools are pedal
spanners, pump, tire levers.
If you plan to travel by your bike, you
require a helmet, a spanner and a map
to confirm where the trail leads you.
You can also pack backup tire and a
bike pump.
Most importantly, bring your phone
with you, a backup phone battery or
portable charger and an ID.
Unfortunately, accidents happen and
you might need to contact a friend or
family for help. And an identification
card will help to identify you just in
case. Equally important set aside
money for an emergency that you can
easily access.
At some point, you might be forced to
pack your bike for a flight or via
other means of transport, so ensure
you've a bike bag. Below is a guideline
on how to pack a bike:
• Deflate the tires but not completely
• Remove the handlebars and attach
them to frame else turn them to one
side
• Remove or lower the saddle
• You can remove the wheels well.
• Ensure everything is fitted well, most
bags with different fitments suited
for their bike parts. Fit them and
fasten with straps.
Cycling demands lots of energy
especially for a long-distance and
burns a huge amount of calories. You
surely don't wish to get worn-out with
fatigue, so pack healthy snacks to
keep you energetic all through. Don't
forget you need to stay hydrated.
Dehydration just smells doom for your
adventure with a headache that comes
with it, so carry enough water and
take it as often as you need to.
Finally, pack appropriate clothing. It
helps to check the weather forecast
first to know the kind of dress code
you will need. But, try to ensure you
pack lightweight clothing; even if you
will be riding late in the night, get a
lightweight jacket.
You cannot afford to allow physical
discomfort to overcome you. Push
yourself a bit further if you regularly
exercise. If exercising isn't the norm
for you, hit the gym or still set aside
enough hours cycling around. Take on
similar terrain if possible, this will help
you get a feel of what the bike tour
will entail as well as build your
confidence.
Finally, have a blast on your
adventure! Don't shy away, go on and
travel by your bike on your deserved
adventure.
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