Technical guide to bicycle tourism in Tibet

Traveling by bike has become popular recently. On the one hand, it is an all-round test of one's physical strength and will, on the other hand, it is also a compromise under the constraints of economic conditions, especially for high-altitude areas like Tibet. If you can personally drive the landcruiser between snow-capped mountains and grasslands, listen to high-pitched rock music and drink hot coffee all the way, I don't think anyone will want to choose cycling, which will definitely make your belt slim. However, this idea may not be all right. Maybe some friends just want to experience a long-lost "pain", test their limits under high pressure and enjoy it. Others will think that this is simply a stupid and blind move, but this deeper understanding and exploration of travel will make me feel a modern heroic spirit. Are you ready to leave? Friend, want to be a modern ascetic? I'll pour you a bowl of wine and give you a ride.

some advice

Perhaps after listening to my eloquent words of encouragement, you will immediately get hot-headed and excited, and hurriedly get on Abreu's old bike downstairs and want to hit the road. Without careful planning, there will be a lot of trouble in doing anything. Of course, you need Don Quixote's courage and impulse to go to Tibet by bike, but at the same time, you must carefully plan your every step.

First of all, you should have a general understanding of the dynamics of bicycles. French C. Sifrak invented this kind of thing in 178 1, and since its birth, it has been greatly improved in speed and comfort. When driving on urban roads, the running speed is generally between 5km/H and 40 km/h. Traffic experts usually set the bicycle speed at 5 km/h as slow, 10km/H as slow, 15km/H as medium, 20KM/H as fast and 25KM/H as fast. Its driving speed is closely related to road conditions, traffic conditions, physical strength and willingness of cyclists. Seeing this, you must start shouting again: no problem, I must belong to the highest speed level. However, if you have been to the plateau, you should know that riding at high altitude is completely different from riding on the plain. So you should set your riding speed a little lower, about15 km/h-20 km/h. You are a hardworking guy, riding for 7 hours every day, and the distance in a day is about 100- 140KM. Considering the bad weather or the desire for beautiful scenery on the road, the actual goal of riding every day will be discounted. But anyway, you're not in a road time trial. It doesn't matter if you slow down. You can ride faster when the scenery is monotonous, and you can stay longer or even days when the scenery is beautiful. This is the real fun of riding.

Repair tool

A complete set of repair tools is essential. In addition, you must prepare at least two spare inner tubes, a chain, several brake pads and small screws. You must be skilled in disassembling tires. Before you leave, you might as well practice on your bike, poke a few holes with nails, and then make up. Although it may take a lot of time at first to make your father furious and your mother cry, this skill will play an extremely important role in the journey to Tibet.

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Don't trust your physical quality too much. You can do proper training before you leave. In the dead of night, walk from the first floor to the eighth floor in the corridor where you live, and then walk from the eighth floor to the first floor until you stand in front of your aunt's house downstairs on the fifth floor.

Lhasa car rental

At present, the only place in Tibet where it is relatively easy to rent bicycles is Lhasa. The rent is 2 yuan per hour, but generally there are only ordinary models with heavy flying pigeon brand. You can rent it at your hotel, such as Jiri, Yak or Balang College. It is economical and convenient to go to Zhebang or Sera Temple by bike. Be sure to check the brakes and tires when you go out. It would be better if the car had a rear frame. In addition, we should also pay attention to the anti-theft problem of bicycles. When we go to our destination, we must take good care of our bicycles. When the Woods are big, there are all kinds of birds, and Lhasa is no exception.

Bicycle routes near Lhasa

In recent years, the restrictions on foreign tourists who travel by bike have been relaxed, so more and more foreign tourists choose the cycling route from Lhasa to Kathmandu. Nowadays, it is easy to buy mountain bikes with acceptable quality in Lhasa. Some foreign tourists buy a good bicycle in Lhasa, ride it all the way to Kathmandu, and sell it locally, often getting a higher price than when they bought it. That's a good idea.

In addition to the entire Qinghai-Tibet Highway, the west line from Lhasa to Shigatse, and Lhasa to Shannan Zedang are all asphalt roads. The riding conditions are good, the mountains are gentle and the traffic is not too busy. Nevertheless, cycling in these places is still a big challenge. In addition to adapting to the climate at high altitude, you must also deal with floods caused by melting snow in summer, as well as strong winds and heavy rains along the way. So try to encourage the girls to join you, joking all the way can relieve a lot of fatigue during the journey, and repair their cars when necessary to show that you are a cross-century generalist.

Cycling plan of Qinghai-Tibet line

Golmud to Lhasa is about 1 155km. You should reserve at least 15 days (boy, I have enough time to go to Ali).

Golmud-Kunlun Mountain Pass,160km, planned for two days. This section is mostly uphill, and the scenery is desolate, just like walking in an isolated foreign land. Due to the difficulty of driving in high latitudes, the slope of this section is relatively gentle. Even so, don't force yourself. You can gradually adapt to altitude sickness by slowly climbing the Kunlun Mountain Pass. Set up a tent in the beautiful sunset at Kunlun Mountain Pass, and pay attention to cold protection at night. To the northwest of Kunlun Mountain Pass is Yu Xufeng, with an altitude of 6138m, and to the east is Emerald Everest (Coco Saijimen Peak), with an altitude of 6179m.

Kunlun Mountain Pass-Wudaoliang, 109 km, planned for one day. Most of them are flat slopes, but the road is not easy to walk. When passing the pool platform, pay attention to the hot springs on the roadside. The constant temperature is 7 degrees throughout the year, the spring water is surging and the water quality is sweet. Wudaoliang is nearly 5000 meters above sea level, and there are hotels and restaurants. Pay attention to timely replenishment.

Wudaoliang-Tuotuo River, 150 km, planned for two days. This section is about 5000 meters long and it is difficult to ride. The night in the plateau is extremely cold, and sometimes the wind is surprisingly strong during the day. You can stay in Erdaogou on the first night.

Tuotuo River-Yanshiping, 9 1 km, one day. There should be no problem. This section of scenery is average. You must not miss the sunrise of Tuotuo River. Remember not to sleep late!

Yanshiping-Tanggula Pass, about100km, one day, don't stop at Tanggula Pass.

For too long, I stayed in first class all the way downhill. This section of scenery is average.

The first class-Amdo, the more 70 kilometers, all the way downhill, half a day to arrive, the scenery began to look beautiful.

Amdo-Naqu, 138 km, still need to plan for two days, because there are some slopes to climb along the way. You can live in Liangjiang on the first day.

Naqu to Dangxiong, 146 km, two days, the scenery is extremely beautiful, and the scenery in northern Tibet is unobstructed. It's really worth walking every three days. Now it takes you about 10- 12 days. When you are in Xiong Xiong, you should take time to visit Namtso, so it will take another day or two. We have arrived in Dangxiong, only about150km away from Lhasa. It will take two days to get there, and I will stay in Yangbajing on the way. Well, if all goes well, we can arrive in Lhasa on 15- 16.

When you arrive in Lhasa, you will no longer be human. It is not easy! You have gained a lot. In addition to shooting the scenery along the way, there are some riddled tires hanging behind your car. In addition, your skill in repairing cars is perfect, and you can compete with the master in the garage at your door. Employment will be guaranteed after returning to China. When you are free, carry a bucket, a pump and a thumbtack on the road, and the cat will wait for customers to come to the door. Remember to buy me a drink when you make money!

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