Hi All, have got the new bike, some drybags and dragging together other bits and pieces into a first attempt bikepacking bicycle. Have got a request form signed from the missus for a 2 nighter.. kicking off on Friday 5th April thru Sunday 7th late. Was after a bit of advice for where to go to do the shakedown, South Downs Way is local(ish) but Wales seems more like the real deal, and more chance of an interesting 2 day loop.

What do you reckon, stay local (closer to towns incase forgotten/broken kit) or head for the valleys?

Another (of many) questions - whats opinions on running tubeless for bikepacking?, I just converted on my Giant Anthem X 29er with the stock wheels, doing the Wiggle Southern Rough ride as a tester this Sunday, apologies if this is covered a lot elsewhere in the forum.

Thanks for any advice

Cheers

Just get out and ride, anywhere is good.

Weather could play a big part. More than one night out is logistically more difficult if stuff gets wet, so it may be worth having a back up plan if your first night ends up a bit soggy. YHA/Bothy?
Plenty of info on here for route advice, if you have an area in mind just ask and someone will point you in the right direction.

im off that weekend so if u dont wanna go it alone drop me a PM