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15 essentials to pack for cycle touring

What’s in the bag? The top 15 pieces of kit you don't want to be without.

Don’t forget to pack a couple of pairs of padded shorts

The right pair of padded shorts can be the difference between smiles and tears on the bike, so make sure you’ve road tested your choice ahead of departure.

Pack at least two pairs to keep clean and fresh. If you’ve never used padded shorts, TWC Editor Kirsty offers up some advice here.

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