Avoiding Bike Crashes & What To Do If You Crash
This page is under construction, but will include advice on how to avoid many common causes of bike crashes and what to do if you do crash.
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Causes & Types of Bike Crashes
Bike crashes are categorized based on what was the primary cause of an incident and advice is given on how some types of crashes might be avoided.
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Sleep Deprivation in Bikepacking Races
Sleep deprivation is dangerous for cyclists, so the risks involved in doing ultra-distance cycling and bikepacking races are discussed in light of this.
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Passive Lighting for Cyclists
Cyclists need passive lighting that reflects light coming from elsewhere to attract drivers’ attention and to allow drivers to judge their position & speed.
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Active Lighting for Cyclists
Cyclists need active (powered) lighting to illuminate the road ahead, to attract drivers’ attention and to allow drivers to judge their position & speed.
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Degree of Risk of Cycling & Doing Bikepacking Races
The risk involved in cycling is compared to other modes of transport & the risk of doing ultra-distance cycling is compared to other recreational activities.
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Dealing With Animals While Cycling
Cyclists are occasionally chased or attacked by dogs, bears and other animals. A variety of strategies are described for how to deal with this.
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Bikepacking Bags, Fenders & Locks
Advice on what types of bags to use for bikepacking and how they can be mounted. Also, whether to use fenders/mudguards for long-distance cycling.
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Mood, Motivation & Emotions in Bikepacking Races
Ultra-distance cyclists need to maintain a positive mental approach and deal with intense emotions. Physical exhaustion & mental fatigue make this difficult, but being prepared and aware can help you to get through the difficult times.
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