So here we finally are!! What started as a passing conversation one evening between me and the wife has actually come to fruition. Months of planning, late nights on the computer and endless research has culminated in a bespoke cycle tour company that we are proud of.
We are so looking forward to sharing our adventures with you, we are sure there will be many trials and tribulations. Our tours are going to be fun, adventure filled and once experienced something our customers talk about in years to come as cherished memories.
So I didn't want our first post to be all about us, so we've put together a list of some of the items you may choose to bring with you on your tour experience.
Checklist
Before you start your cycle tour you need to be prepared, it's not just a case of jumping on a bike and riding to the first checkpoint. You need to make sure you have some of the necessities and we've put together this bicycle touring checklist.
Water bottle
Smartphone, GPS or route map
Sunglasses or glasses
Sunscreen
Emergency contact info
Bike Lock
Patch kit
Tire levers
Multi-tool
Bike cleaning wipe
Bike Helmet
Cycling jersey
Cycling layers – windbreaker, rain jacket, sleeves, leggings, etc. (weather dependent)
Bike shorts
Bike Shoes
Socks (wool or synthetic)
Bike gloves
Sweat bands/caps/bandana
Fleece/wool hat (weather dependent)
Waterproof rain booties/gaiters
Post-ride shoes or sandals
Toilet paper/tissue
Basic first aid kit
Camera + accessories
Remember these are only suggestions and we are sure you will have have your own list, but hope that this is helpful and gives you a head start.
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