Cycle Touring for Beginners Top Tips Q&A with an EXPERT!

Cycle Touring Tips with Steven from Freewheel Holidays | Rochdale Ride & Chat in 4K 🚴‍♂️🌿

Join me on a scenic cycling adventure through Healey Dell Nature Reserve in Rochdale as I ride with Steven, the Holiday Manager at Freewheel Holidays and a lifelong cycle touring enthusiast. In this video, Steven shares his top tips for cycle touring, covering everything from:

✅ Touring
✅ Using e-bikes
✅ Mobility-friendly cycle tours
✅ Choosing the right accommodation
✅ Planning routes, gear, and more!

Whether you're a cycling beginner or a seasoned tourer, there’s something here for everyone. This is a relaxed yet info-packed ride filmed in beautiful 4K—perfect for anyone curious about the joys of bike touring in the UK.

🚲 About Steven:
Steven has cycled across Europe, including the Danube Cycle Path, Slovenia, Tuscany, and beyond. Now he brings his expertise to Freewheel Holidays, helping others plan unforgettable bike adventures.

📍 Filmed Location: Healey Dell, Rochdale – a hidden gem for cyclists and nature lovers alike.

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Freewheel Holidays https://freewheelholidays.co.uk

Here are links to my kit and some things i wish for! If you buy anything from these links I do get a commission and you do not pay any extra! You just watching and liking the video is always enough!

Bike:

Brooks B17 Saddle - https://amzn.to/3F60HoD
Continentgal Unisex’s CTM516 Tyre - https://amzn.to/3FmXtNA
Lamicall Mobile Phone Holder - https://amzn.to/3DpJzK4
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Clothing:

Danish Endurance Cycling bib shorts - https://amzn.to/3QPipiS
DHERA Cycling Bib Trousers - https://amzn.to/3QXNgcZ
Buff Merino Wool Multi Functional Headwear - https://amzn.to/3QQkgnx
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French Fitnbess Revolution Helmet Liner - https://amzn.to/3XtWMrZ
Fatvoto Mountain Bike Helmet - https://amzn.to/3Fe5qES
Fox Ranger 2.l Water Mens Waterproof - https://amzn.to/4kw3Ez0
Five Ten Mens Bike Shoe - https://amzn.to/3QQkkUj


Recording:

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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Standard Combo - https://amzn.to/3FdBatN
DJI mini 4k drone - https://amzn.to/3FmWvAW
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Chapters

Intro 0:00
Steven 0:22
Equipment 01:15
Accommodation 2:44
Languages 4:29
First Time Route 5:11
Plan it? 6:06
Distance 7:21
Solo trip 9:27
Mobility 10:31
Is It Safe? 12:06
Memorable moment 13:45