I want to go to Tibet by bike in 3~4 years. What should I prepare now?

Make necessary preparations before long-distance riding. In terms of hardware, we should do the following: choose a good car; Carry out necessary debugging; Prepare common tools; Bring the right clothes and necessities. Secondly, it is about riding technology.

First, choose a car.

It is best to use a 27-inch flat-handle all-terrain vehicle, which is specially designed for long-distance bicycle travel. The front and rear of the car have frames, the speed is 265,438+0, and it can carry 65,438+050 kg (including the weight of the rider). The belts can be selected according to the road surface and load, ranging from 65,438+0.25 to 65,438+0.50 (referring to the thickness). This kind of car is hard to buy in the domestic market at present, but some of them are brought back from abroad by private people. All-terrain vehicles can be replaced by one of mountain bikes (long-distance driving is also considered in the design): 26 inches, 265,438+0 speed, 65,438+020-65,438+050 kg, and the optional belt is 65,438+0.50-65,438+0.75. If you want to take the asphalt road, you can also use a 27-inch fine-grained station wagon with a curved handle. Bandwidth 1.25, with back box. It is very light to ride, suitable for long-distance travel with less load.

Second, shunting.

Generally, you can ride and watch while traveling by bike. You are free, and speed is not very important. What matters is convenience and comfort. Diversion according to this requirement. Seat: Put the rider's armpit in the middle of the seat and touch the axis of the roulette wheel with your hand, which is the correct seat height of the rider. The handlebar and the seat should be on the same level and the height should be between half an inch. Check whether the transmission is consistent and whether the front and rear brakes are sensitive. You can put some leakage repairing liquid in the front and rear inner tubes. If there is air leakage, check and pull out the hole, face the hole to the ground, and the belt can be mended automatically when the air is enough. Another way is to put a thick canvas between the inner belt and the outer belt. 1992 I put a canvas in the spring, and there have been no problems so far. With all this work done, this car won't give you any trouble on the road.

Third, tools.

As long as you are fully prepared before you leave, the car is adjusted correctly, and there is basically no problem on the road. Just in case, you should also bring some tools and parts that match the bicycle you choose. For example, scissors, Xiao Mu file, multi-purpose hands-on, travel pump (can be installed in the car), glue, cut and filed small pieces of rubber, one for the inner belt and the other for the outer belt, in case of emergency.

Fourth, clothing.

Generally, long-distance cycling usually chooses summer, so it is best to choose short cycling clothes, which has the advantage of tight body and no extra resistance. Cycling pants have leather pads or imitation leather pads, which are wear-resistant and breathable. If it is rainy season, of course, rain-proof equipment is indispensable. At present, there is a cycling suit on the market, which is both warm, windproof and rainproof. It is most suitable to go to areas with changeable climate, and of course it is more expensive. If you don't have cycling clothes, especially cycling pants, you can also wear smooth and highly elastic shorts. Direct contact with the body, without wearing any clothes inside. It is best to apply some oil such as vaseline to the parts that are often ground. When the weather is cold, you can line one or two newspapers on your chest, which has excellent insulation effect. In order to prevent wind and small flying insects, you should also wear riding glasses. Colorless, suitable for cloudy days; Colored, can prevent direct sunlight; There are also light yellow ones, which are designed for the night. Helmets, some foreigners like to wear when traveling, in case of traffic accidents. In fact, bicycle hats are more practical, comfortable and economical. Riding gloves are for anti-slip and wear, depending on personal situation. Foot covers can not only help you to have a correct posture, but also save your physical strength. Of course, if you can't use it or are not used to it, you might as well not use it, otherwise it will cause tension, but it will be unsafe.

Fifth, ride.

The above can be called hardware, and riding is software, so it is very important to master the correct riding technology. Master the riding speed and get ready to sniff the ball. When traveling in dry areas, you can apply some vaseline oil to the nasal cavity to avoid nasal dryness and ensure smooth breathing. If you need to breathe through your mouth, then you are strong or tired. At this time, you have to slow down and adjust the transmission. When going uphill and downhill, don't change gears at once when using the transmission (people who are not familiar with the transmission often use it), which will make you uncomfortable and more tired. Downhill can relax and slide down. If it is too steep and too fast, use the rear brake to slow down. This is not an emergency. Don't lock the brakes at once, or you will lose a lot of things. Finally, before taking a long bike trip, it is best to take advantage of the holiday to take some short bike trips in a day or two so as to get used to it gradually.

Also note the following points:

First of all, be mentally prepared.

Determine the purpose and goal of travel, and establish a firm belief. No matter how long the road is, there will be an end. No matter what difficulties you encounter, just be firm.

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Second, the preparation before departure

First of all, we should collect, consult and sort out all kinds of relevant data and information along the way, including newer versions of maps and traffic maps, as well as geographical, historical, cultural, historical and meteorological data along the way. Then make a detailed travel plan according to your own or team's physical condition, holiday length, travel season and other factors. Generally speaking, the best season for long-distance cycling travel is from May to 10 every year. Long-distance cycling is best to travel together, but the number of long-distance travelers should not be too large. The ideal number is 3 to 5 people, and it is best to have the opposite sex. There are too many people, so it is difficult to get accommodation along the way, and it is difficult to receive in remote small places. Because of the differences in people's personalities and hobbies, it is difficult to act in unison when there are many people. The number of people is too small and the security is poor. And in case of special circumstances on the way, the number is too small to take care of each other. In addition, if the number of people is too small, everyone's relative burden will increase, and some materials and equipment, such as car repair tools and camping equipment, only need one copy.

Third, the preparation of relevant materials

When traveling by bike, the first thing to prepare is a bike. If possible, it is best to choose a 27-inch all-terrain vehicle specially designed for cycling. This kind of car is generally equipped with front and rear frames, which can carry more than 150 kg (including passengers), with good shock absorption performance, portability and firmness, and can adapt to various road conditions. The disadvantage is that it is expensive, and it is difficult to buy spare parts in China at present.

The light bicycle under 26 inches that we usually ride is not suitable for long-distance bicycle travel. You can choose an old-fashioned 28-inch heavy-duty bicycle. If it's a new car, you must run 200 to 300 kilometers before you go, and then go on the road after comprehensive adjustment. If it is an old car, it should be completely overhauled, especially the processing and transformation of the seat. Car seats should not be too hard or too small. It is best to add a sponge pad with a thickness of 3 to 5 cm. Pay attention to keep the surface of the cushion dry, without wrinkles and seams, so as to avoid wearing the skin or getting prickly heat after riding for a long time. The seat should not be too high or too low, and it is appropriate for individuals to ride comfortably. The handlebar should be basically equal to the height of the seat, and the height difference should be within 3 to 5 cm. You should also install a bag rack at the front and back of the bike. Riding with a backpack for a long time is very tired and uncomfortable. It is best to install a kettle rack on the bicycle beam, so that drinking water can be taken conveniently at any time during riding. In addition, some sealant is injected into the tire. Once the tire has a puncture, just pull out the puncture and pump enough air into the hole, and the hole will be automatically blocked to ensure the continued riding.

Be sure to master the adjustment and repair of bicycles before departure, including; Repair tires, replace car strips, replace brake pads, repair and adjust front, middle and rear axles, and repair flywheels.

Iv. preparation of other materials

Clothing: If you ride in summer or warmer seasons, you'd better buy a specially designed short riding suit. It has the functions of heat preservation, ventilation, wind protection and rain protection. There is also a leather pad in the cycling pants, which is wear-resistant and breathable. Can adapt to riding in various climatic conditions. Just more expensive. If you don't have cycling clothes, especially cycling pants, you can wear elastic tights directly, without wearing other clothes inside, and apply some grease to the parts that are often rubbed. Wear a long-sleeved coat and a sun hat when cycling in summer to avoid sunburn. When riding in winter or in cold regions, besides keeping warm, we should also pay attention to prevent clothes, pants, shoes and socks from being too tight, which will lead to poor blood circulation and frostbite. In addition, you can't wear a mask when riding. If you wear a mask, the exhaled hot air will unconsciously form thin ice outside the mask, causing facial frostbite. The most vulnerable parts of frostbite in winter are ears, nose, hands and feet, so special attention should be paid to the insulation of these parts. The combination of cycling and cart walking can be used to promote and improve the blood circulation of the whole body. Also prepare a rain batch, which has many other uses besides rain protection.

Other equipment: In order to prevent wind and small flying insects from invading your eyes, you should be ready to ride glasses. Colored ones can protect against the sun, colorless ones are suitable for cloudy days, and light yellow ones are especially suitable for night. It is also essential to prepare a small medicine box. Long-term medication includes: drugs for treating diarrhea, gastrointestinal discomfort, cold, acclimatization, anti-inflammation, trauma, eye drops and so on. In summer, we should also prepare some ten drops of water, wind oil essence, cool oil, prickly heat powder and so on. Prepare some chilblain cream, "Cold Pain" and ginger tea in winter. If you are in the northwest, Xinjiang and other places, you should prepare more drinking water (5 to 10 liter per day)

Five, the problems that should be paid attention to in cycling.

The first is the problem of riding speed. The speed of riding depends on the physical condition of the whole team, the distance of the road and the length of the holiday. Generally speaking; If the road is flat, ride for about 20 kilometers per hour. Mountainous or hilly terrain, it is more suitable to ride at a speed of 10 ~ 15 km per hour. The daily riding time should not be too long in the first 3 days to a week. It has been 6 to 7 hours a day, and it is more appropriate to ride 120 to 130 kilometers. After the body adapts, it will increase by 20 to 30 kilometers every day, and there will be no big problem.

If you sit for a long time, your feet will be congested and swollen. Lie flat at rest, raise the foot pad as high as possible to promote blood circulation. If there is a small slope, you can also lie down for a while or put your feet on your bike to have a rest.

Because the temperature is too high in summer, riding during the day consumes a lot of energy and is prone to heatstroke, which is not suitable for riding. It is best to choose to ride in the morning and evening.

If you have to sleep outdoors, you should bring a damp-proof pad. Put on dry clothes and pants, put on a raincoat, and lie on a damp-proof mat. And not for too long. Never lie down in wet clothes.

When riding in dry areas, you should apply some grease to the nasal cavity to avoid nasal dryness and ensure smooth breathing. When riding in summer, if you feel dizzy and headache, general weakness, irritability and palpitation, nausea and vomiting, dry and thirsty tongue, sweating and rapid heartbeat, you should lie down in the shade quickly and drink a dozen drops of water immediately. After the body recovers, it gradually moves. Remember not to be cooled by the fan.

When riding in winter, if you feel itchy, red, swollen, numb or even blistering, you should apply it gently with chilblain cream as soon as possible to keep warm locally. Never rub it hard just because it itches.

When traveling by bike for a long time, you must pay attention to food hygiene, otherwise you will get sick halfway, not to mention suffering, and even bring trouble to your companions.

If you feel tired after riding for a long time, you should rest and adjust in time when your legs and feet are weak. Otherwise, due to the decline of control ability, it is easy to cause rollover and collision accidents.

It is also important to be vigilant when traveling long distances by bike and take good care of your belongings, cameras and other valuables. Due to fatigue, distraction and other reasons, it is often prone to relaxation and paralysis. We must be vigilant, otherwise we may not only cause our own economic losses, but also make things worse.

The above is some common sense and basic knowledge about long-distance bicycle travel. If you plan to take a long bike trip. Be sure to know more information, learn from experienced partners, and be aware of it before you go on your way!