Uploaded March 2020 | Updated September 2026, 12 hours ago

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Inspired to head out on your first cycling adventure but not sure where to start? Find out how to plan your first bike tour in this video. Where to go, what to pack, and everything in between!

RESOURCES MENTIONED

What I packed to cycle across Europe: youtube.com/watch?v=TaYPJDfPV-o&t=7s
Bike route from Munich to Venice: youtube.com/watch?v=wiRkj6viJjQ&t=487s
Stay with other cyclists: warmshowers.org
Komoot route planner: komoot.com
Maps.me route planner: maps.me

FACEBOOK GROUPS

Bicycle Touring & Bikepacking: facebook.com/groups/BicycleTouringBikepacking
Bicycle Travelling Women: facebook.com/groups/BicycleTravelingWomen
Solo Male and Female Touring Cyclists: facebook.com/groups/solocyclists1

***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***

Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab these 5 top nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes. Get the FREE e-book:

https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guide

VIDEO PAGE

sheelaghdaly.com/first-bike-tour-plan

WEBSITE

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INSTAGRAM

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MY GEAR
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