🚴‍♂️ Cycling Trip to the Alps – June 2025

🔗 View the route on Komoot

✨ About the trip

What is it? An organized cycling tour through the Alps for road cycling enthusiasts.
Who is it for? For experienced riders ready for mountains and long routes.
Goal? Enjoy the scenic alpine roads, challenge yourself, and share the experience with like-minded people.

📅 Trip dates

📍 June 20–28, 2025 (exact dates may be adjusted)

💰 Estimated Cost

The approximate cost of the tour is €1200 (this tour is not commercial). The budget includes:

• Accommodation: 3-star and higher hotels, twin rooms with separate beds
• Breakfasts included
• Transport: Van transport from Warsaw to the starting point
• Luggage transport: A support vehicle to transfer personal belongings from hotel to hotel
• Culinary Guide: A schnitzel-and-beer guide for gastronomic experiences

🏞️ Waypoints

– TBD

🗺️ Route Map

🏨 List of Hotels (will be published after February 2025)

• TBD

🎒 Packing List

🚴‍♂️ Bike

• A well-maintained bike with fresh or minimally worn tires, chain, cassette, and brake pads.

🔧 Spare Parts

• Brake pads
• Two TPU inner tubes
• Chain quick link
• Derailleur hanger

🛠 Tools

• Multi-tool with essential tools specific to your bike
• Hand pump
• Tire levers
• Chain lubricant

🔋 Electronics

• Power bank with multiple ports for charging on the go
• Front daytime light
• Rear daytime light
• Charging cables for all devices
• Compact USB charger with multiple ports

👕 Cycling Clothing

• 1-2 bib shorts
• 1-2 jerseys
• 1 base layer
• 2 pairs of socks
• Wind vest
• Rain jacket
• Arm and leg warmers
• Gloves
• MTB shoes (for easier walking)
• Helmet
• Sunglasses

👕 Casual Clothing

• Shorts
• T-shirt
• Sandals (e.g., Teva)
• Lightweight down jacket for cool evenings
• Swimwear (optional)

🧼 Toiletries & First Aid

• SPF sunscreen – a must-have!
• Chamois cream if needed (e.g., Sudocrem)
• Painkillers (e.g., Ibuprofen, Ketorolac, or your preferred choice)
• Stomach relief medication
• Basic toiletries (hotels will provide towels, shower gels, etc.)

📄 Documents

• Visa + passport
• Insurance

🍽️ Food & Nutrition

Energy bars, isotonic drinks, carbs, and Haribo will be available along the route. It’s best to stock up before big climbs.

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💬 If you have any questions, contact me:
📧 Email: [email protected]