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Carrying luggage, particularly a full set of panniers laden with camping gear, will slow you down dramatically. The accepted rule of thumb is that riding with a full load halves your average speed and comfortable daily range. So, regardless of what type of load you decide to carry, you should either do some laden training runs until you can achieve the distances needed for the tour or you should aim for training runs that are twice as long as you will cover on the tour. The first of these is perhaps the best choice as your bike will handle very differently when weighed down with a full set of luggage and it is better to get accustomed to this on quiet back roads before riding in traffic.

What to pack

Climbing over the high passes is unlikely to be an enjoyable experience if you are weighed down by luggage. Fortunately the plethora of accommodation and high number of cycle shops for spares and repairs means you can keep the bike as light as possible. So here are some tips for lightweight touring in hilly terrain such as the Lake District: