• Use cycling clothing, including shoes, shorts, gloves and rain gear.

• Don’t ride a new or a borrowed bike on just on the tour.

• Your bike should be a good fit. Ask advice at your local bike shop.

• Get a service before the ride, and carry a spare tube and a pump.

• Avoid carrying a rucksack or bag on your back, it’ll only slow you down and add weight.

• Use your new oakleaf cycle slam jersey back pockets to carry excess baggage.

• Wear a properly fitted helmet – All cyclists MUST wear a helmet!

• Get proper water bottles and cages to hold them on the bike, for 400 miles it’s very important to stay properly hydrated or you could be phoning for a lift.

• Carry a spare tube chances are you might have to or help someone else change one

• Know how to change a tube

• Bring your own snacks for when on the bike

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