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Reine’s touring tips, part II

By Reine • Sep 7th, 2009 • Category: Touring

In this next installment, CVC’s queen of touring, Reine Wiley, offers tips on what to pack for a bike tour, both for use on and off the bike. Reine knows whereof she speaks: These packing lists were honed from tens of thousands of miles of touring.



Reine’s touring tips, part I

By Reine • Aug 9th, 2009 • Category: Lead Story, Touring

Either as part of a summer vacation or in the fall, many cyclists consider a multi-day cycling tour as a great way to see the country and stay in shape. But for cyclists used to local rides, touring raises many questions: What’s the best bike to use? What to pack? How to train?

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CVCer Reine Wiley doesn’t just ride 10,000+ miles year in, year out: She also leads bike tours for small groups going long distances. Over the course of these tours, Reine has compiled a list of tips about preparing body and bike for each event. In this first installment of a series of touring tips, Reine discusses bikes and packing essentials.