Lightweight Bicycle Touring


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Lightweight Bicycle Touring

Lightweight Bicycle Touring

Cycling is a fantastic way to travel. You’ll see and feel far more of the country than you ever could in a motor vehicle. And of course it’s better for your health and for the places you visit. But if you’ve only ever cycled for day rides, setting out for a longer tour can be daunting. Here are just a few tips to help you avoid the worst pitfalls.

1: Know your limits. What sort of distance do you like to tackle on day rides? Do you feel ready to go out and do the same distance on the following day? Call this your comfort zone and don’t plan a tour that includes days much longer than this. Remember that you’ll probably be carrying more and you might be on an unfamiliar bike, so you may want to stay well within that comfort zone at first.know your limits, take it esay, travel light,

2. Take it easy. Don’t get carried away, especially on the first few days. Take your time and build in plenty of stops for espressos, wine-tasting or just generally looking at the sights (but watch your hydration if you’re really going for the wine!). After all, you’ve got all day. If you start easily you’ll probably get fitter after the first few days and then you might feel like adding in a few extra detours.