Discover your own region actively

Regardless of whether you are training briefly and crisply or cycling to a beer garden for a "Seidla" mug of beer - it is annoying to have a breakdown and not be able to continue on your own. So what should you always have with you? After a short check before the start (brakes, tire pressure, ...) mini tool with wrenches that match the bike, tire levers, spare tube (or patch kit) amd a mini pump should never be missing in the emergency luggage. All the better if you know beforehand how the wheels of your own bike are removed and installed. This can be difficult, especially with hub gears or e-bikes. And a practical tip in corona times: a multifunctional bandana is an extremely versatile companion and can also be used as a mouth / nose face protection. Anyway, it should be clear that a helmet and gloves always make sense!

If it takes longer, place slightly higher demands on the equipment. In addition to the tool for short tours, it can make sense, depending on the season and the time, to pack plug-in lighting with approval according to the StVZO. The tool can also be a little more extensive. For example, a small chain rivet tool (separately or integrated in the mini tool) and a replacement connection link in a suitable version would make sense if chain problems should arise. Flat tires are also more likely, so you should take puncture protection into account. A puncture protection insert such as the Tannus Armour is ideal here. If smaller children are riding with you Trail-Gator tandem pole would be worth considering. The child can easily be attached to the adult bike when they are too tired to cycle. If you keep an eye on the weather with suitable equipment, nothing should stand in the way of having fun on the longer lap.

Experience the sights of Upper Franconia on a two to three day tour and enjoy the culture with local beer (and wine) – this is a special pleasure that can only be experienced in the Bamberg beer region. In addition to the equipment for the day tours, this also includes practical and safe luggage transport. There are basically two options. Eather with a luggage rack and bag on the bike or separately on a trailer. In any case, waterproof bags and containers are highly recommended. A backpack, preferably with a hydration bladder, always makes sense.

There should also be sufficient bottle cages on the bike itself. Ergonomics on the bike are extremely important on such long tours in order to avoid unnecessary pain and discomfort. For example, a saddle with a perfectly adjusted width, as is possible with the Velofit system, can prevent seat problems. Ergonomically shaped handles can prevent painful wrists.

Regardless of whether MTB or gravel bike, long tours with the lightest possible luggage are the trend. With the Gravel Bike in particular, there are hardly any limits to a varied route planning from roads, paths and trails. That's why we have Bikepacking bags in our assortment that combine minimal weight with the greatest possible storage space and water resistance.