Pannier Bags

Racks and panniers provide the most storage on a bike - thes can fit on most modern gravel and touring bikes - fitting onto rack 'eyelets' built into the frame. Alternatively, you could fit racks using clips or a rack which mounts using the seatpost. Panniers can provide around 30L of storage, ideal for overnight or mutli-day trips.

There are also a wide range of bags which attach around the frame, handlebars or seatpost - ideal for bikepacking or multi-day gravel bike rides. Use protective tape to stop 'strap-rub' damaging paint or top coat of carbon frames.

Most people taking their bikes abroad would use a padded bike bag. These special bags are well padded and offer substantial protection for your bike. Most bike bags fit most types of bikes. Check online video's for bike bag packing tips to ensure you get the best protection for your bike.

There are a few options for driving with your bike. A bike roof rack or boot rack keeps your bike securely outside the car, and so doesn't use up space in your car or boot. Racks are also the best option if your bike is dirty after your ride. With bigger hatch-back, SUV and estate cars, it might be possible to take your bike inside the car with wheels out, if seats and interior are well protected. However, this will eat into space in your car and no matter how careful you are, it is very easy to get oily / dirty marks on car interiors.