Comprehensive Guide for Preparing Yourself for the First Cycling Trip

Do you dream of a long-distance cycling tour in the beautiful valleys in Europe? Then you are not the only one who thinks like this. Many of them do not dare to start the trip because they think that they are not fit enough or they do not have the right gear or they are too young (or newbie) for this type of trip. However, with proper guidelines, cycle and accessories anyone can enjoy a Cycling vacation in Pyrenees, as well in the other mountain range in Europe. Read here a comprehensive guide on how you can conduct long-distance cycling trip.

Find the Right Bike That Meets Your Requirement

When it comes to cycling road trip then choosing the right bike according to your requirement is the key to success. Adjust the seat according to your height. Also, choose a bike where your torso and the arms create a 45-degree angle. It will help you to avoid injury, especially knee pain.

Choosing the Right Accessories for Your Trip

Bike accessories will also help you to complete the trip successfully. First of all, you will need a helmet. Always wear a helmet when riding your bike to protect your head. Do not forget to install a phone mount and a headlight on your bike. The headlight will enable you to ride the bike in low light and phone mount will allow you to access GPS and ride the bike at the same time. Also, wear gloves and knee & elbow guard while riding your bike.

Nutritional Guide

It is important to fuel your body before starting a long distance cycling trip. You have to start the trip after storing enough glycogen (carbohydrate) in the body. So it is suggested to eat pasta, potato or rice in the dinner the night before the trip. In the mooring, you can consider eating typical English breakfast. After having your breakfast take a 60 - 90 minutes break and after that start the trip. Carry energy drink, and make sure to consume 60 gram of carbohydrate per hour.

Understand the Challenges of the Road

In different road trip, you have to face different types of challenges. Let us suppose someone is willing to have a Cycling vacation in Pyrenees. Then he does not have to face road traffic. However, the roads of the Pyrenees Mountain are full of ups and downs. It can be the biggest challenge for him while riding his bike in the different places in the Pyrenees.

If you follow these tips then you will be able to complete the trip successfully. Cycling not only offers health benefits but it will also enable you to explore new places and culture.