Biking is an excellent and exciting way to travel and really get a feel for the land and the road. You will have the freedom to go so much further than even a car can take you and will, of course, be able to enjoy the open air. Going on your first-long distance bike road trip can be an absolute dream and might be enhanced if you follow this guide.

Improve Your Bike Gear

If you love biking but have not yet gone on an actual road trip that lasts days, then you likely don’t have all the equipment that you will need to make your trip comfortable and exciting. A motorbike alone is not enough. You need to prepare for the elements, and that includes if your bike is suitable for long-distance. You may need to upgrade your gear before you head out.

The best solution is to slowly start purchasing all of these items in advance.

· Waterproof clothing

· Spare parts and repair tools

· Waterproof bags

· Rain covers

· LED flashing lights (tail lights and headlights)

· Your camping gear (tent, sleeping bag liner, air mattress, and pillow, cooking utensils, etc.)

· Travel electronics

· NOAA weather radio

· 2-way radio

· And more

The gear that you get will depend on the distance you intend to ride and, of course, where you intend to ride. You can save a lot on costs during the trip, for example, by camping instead of renting out a room, but at the same time, this will require special camping equipment that can pack up small (a luxury that can be quite costly). Work out how much on average both scenarios will cost to figure out how much you need to request from your chosen loan company.

Staying Safe

Though you can travel on your own, it is always better to travel with others. If none of your friends are interested in such a trip, then see if there are groups or organizations of people that are. These groups often organize bike road trips (both short and long-distance). It’s a great way to stay safe and make friends with people who love biking as much as you do!

Regardless of whether you travel alone or with others, it is always important to plan checkpoints for yourself and to follow the safety tips outlined by Motorbike Writer. You can share your location with a friend or family member at home throughout your trip, or you can just check in when you reach certain checkpoints so that they know where you are. Keeping your phone and an extra battery pack on you is also a good tip to use.

Choosing Your Route

You can choose any road on your trip, but there are a lot of people that love biking road trips just like you, and they will have marked out top routes to take depending on your level of experience and fitness, and even fun things you can do with your partner if you’re doubling up. This is the best way to head out on your first trip. You can stay safer, see top sights in the area, and might meet a few others out there on the road. 

 

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