What to bring for your bike ride around the lake

Are you planning to cycle around Lac Saint-Jean this summer? Here’s what you’ll need to bring!

Whether this is your first bike trip around Lac Saint-Jean or your umpteenth time doing it, it’s always a good idea to keep a few basics in mind before setting out. David Lecointre, executive director of the Véloroute des Bleuets and an experienced cyclist, offers these tips.

What to pack for a trip around the lake

Cycling trips usually mean packing light, but certain clothes and/or accessories are still essential. Here are the must-have items to pack when you come cycling in Lac-Saint-Jean.

• A windbreaker
• Rain gear
• A neck warmer
• Sunscreen
• A swimsuit for afternoons by the water after biking
• A sweatshirt for evenings by the fire

The Cyclist’s Kit

Since you can never be too careful when it comes to flat tires, mechanical breakdowns… or a sudden hunger pang, here’s the kit every cyclist should always bring along on a ride.

• A pair of disposable gloves
• 3 tire levers
• A new inner tube
• A CO2 cartridge or a pump
• A mini multi-tool kit
• A $20 bill (for a beer after the ride or to patch a flat tire)
• A energy bar (in case you get hungry)

All that’s left is to wish you a safe journey!