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Especially stone, fire, ice and water. He threw it in a corner, not realizing he had created Iceland.\n\nFor those who love rough nature and can take a beating when it comes to the weather, Iceland is the right destination. There is a wide spectrum of possibilities from lighter camping to camping bike rides on the bypass to more extreme expedition-like rides in the highlands where you have to be self-sufficient for many days. Different degrees are also possible, something for everyone. This makes Iceland a wonderful adventure destination. Several people often come for the second or third time.\n\nIceland does not only have snow and ice, although you could say that an average day would have all four seasons included.\n\n**Cyclability of the country**\n\n-   The ring road that runs around the island is easy to cycle. And you regularly come across places to stock up on new stock. Only in the east you will encounter pieces without asphalt, but they are well paved.\n-   The interior is a different story, sometimes the road is nothing more than a sandy tire track. Some parts cannot be cycled, you sink into the lava dust, then you are happy that you encounter a washboard, the trick is to cycle on the edge of the washboard to have a grip. Rivers without a bridge are more the rule than the exception and should be taken with caution. Get off, first try without a bicycle, then the bicycle downstream next to you, otherwise it will push you under water. There are no villages in the highlands where you can buy new supplies. Depending on the length of the tour, this requires additional planning.","2021-05-22T22:19:50.000Z","01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3",{"body":36,"updatedAt":37,"updatedBy":38},"People from EU, Canada, Japan and USA don't need a visa. All other people need a Schengen visa to visit this country. You can find more information here https:\u002F\u002Fwww.schengenvisainfo.com\u002Ftourist-schengen-visa\u002F. The visa is valid for 90 days, and allows you to travel through all Schengen countries.","2020-09-03T09:38:18.000Z","ieMGYdJeX6ZyKgKeeGhMXPFZkax2",{"updatedAt":40,"updatedBy":38,"parts":41},"2021-05-22T22:52:34.000Z",{"formalCamping":42,"hostels":43,"wildCamping":44},"Campings are present in most towns and useful for a nice warm shower. Spending the night with private individuals or on farms is quite possible. They are very nice people.","The youth hostels are small and cozy. However, they are more than 100 km apart. In the late season, from September, the prices of guesthouses drop considerably and sleeping bag accommodation will cost you about 20 euros per night (2010).\n\nHotels or staying at the farm… everything is possible, but it is also a big bite out of the budget. In Guesthouses you can sometimes also go with your sleeping bag. Saves money again. About 4000 crowns p.p. for an overnight stay.","Free camping is allowed in Iceland, except in places where it is explicitly prohibited (such as in national parks). Sometimes it is necessary because there is no camping site nearby. Wild camping is easy in many places. It is a great feeling when you put your tent on a jeep track in the middle of the wide surroundings. Large lava blocks, a thick layer of loose sand (bring dune herring!) Or stretched meadows can sometimes spoil the food. In the interior, take an (Ortlieb) water bag with you.\n\nIceland has numerous campsites ranging from very simple (a toilet and sink) to very reasonably equipped (dryers). They are clean and safe.",{"body":46,"updatedAt":47,"updatedBy":34,"parts":48},"Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world","2021-05-22T22:32:27.000Z",{"traffic":49,"nature":50},"It is quite busy around Reykjavik, the Ring is getting busier (especially the south). Other than that, about 5-20 cars per hour.\n\nThe ring road is almost completely paved, the roads through the interior are rough slopes (stones, washboard) where a good mountain bike \u002F trekking bike with wide tires is in place.\n\nDon't be fooled by the daily distances. If you have a tailwind on an asphalt road you can reach more than 100km in a day. But certainly inland, many roads, including the ones that pass through, are an ordeal. Here you often cycle less than 10 km per hour. Even worse are the deserted tracks with miles of loose sand; walking is sometimes the only option. On parts of the old F910, which is located south of the F910, it is best to take 8 hours over 30 km (many rivers, stony, water plains). In the direction of Askja there is a stretch of 40km deep sand. For food planning, count on 50Km \u002F day for normal highland roads and for very bad 25km \u002F day. That way you build in margin when the weather or the road is against it.","Along the south coast you can sometimes be attacked by terns that are breeding. Tip: bicycle helmet, hood handy to prevent them from getting stuck in your hair.",{"updatedAt":52,"updatedBy":38,"parts":53},"2021-05-22T22:29:30.000Z",{"airplane":54,"boat":55},"The national airline is WOW air, and offers cheap flights to Reykjavik, and the bicycle can be taken as well. The airport is located 50 km from the capital, from which you can cycle or take a bus.","Make it a logistical adventure by going by ferry, perhaps include Faroer Islands on your way, and arrive in the eastcoast town of Seydisfjordur.\n\nSmyril-line sails twice a week from Denmark (Hirtshals) to the Faroe Islands and then on one of these crossings to Iceland (Seydisfjordur): http:\u002F\u002Fwww.smyril-line.com. You can therefore make the crossing in one go (about 48 hours) or in two times with a stopover of three days on the Faroer.",{"body":57,"updatedAt":58,"updatedBy":34},"**Cooking fuel**\n\nCamping gas is often sold by gas stations and can also be found at the campground in Reykjavik. Fuel for the trangia is readily available at most major petrol stations. It is called rautspritt there. It burns well. The only annoying thing is that it also has a lot of soot and covers your things with a greasy black layer that is difficult to remove.\n\n**Supermarkets**\n\nApart from the southwest, iceland is sparsely populated, which means that you have to bring enough provisions yourself. At gas stations there is usually also a shop where you can buy everything. Because you can sometimes be attacked by bad weather, it is always wise to always have enough stock with you.\n\nWillem: you really have to prepare well for a trip through the interior. In 2013 we had more than ten days of provisions for our trip through the interior. On spec is not an option because that limits your range enormously.\n\nIn the supermarkets you can also buy dried packs of spaghetti, couscous, noodle soups and conditions where you only need to add water, handy if you have to bring food for a few days. The camping segment of the population is clearly not forgotten. Sometimes a barbecue is available at campsites.\n\n**Restaurants**  \n\nEating out in iceland used to be really expensive. With the economic downturn that also hit iceland, eating out is now just as expensive \u002F cheap as in the netherlands. Menus look a bit different than in the netherlands, with specialties such as puffin (puffin), whale meat and lamb. Furthermore, of course a lot of fresh fish on the menu, which even people who normally do not like fish can enjoy!\n\n**Drinkable water**\n\nBottled water is available in shops, but it is not very convenient to bring water on longer trips. You might as well get water \"From nature\". A water filter is recommended in many places in iceland sheep who defecate everywhere, so you do not know whether the water in a river is clean. You can find water everywhere in iceland, only on the stretch south of nyidalur on the f26 there is an area that is dry, so bring water with you.","2021-05-22T22:59:14.000Z",{"body":60,"updatedAt":61,"updatedBy":34},"The population is very hospitable, open and tolerant. Making contacts is very easy. They are also very bicycle-friendly. The image of the gruff tough Icelander was completely shattered. You will be left alone, but if you have a question, you will be helped very friendly.","2021-05-22T22:20:50.000Z",{"body":63,"updatedAt":64,"updatedBy":34},"Hypothermia is a risk, it can occur more quickly than you might expect. The greatest risk is between 0 and 12 degrees Celsius, because people are often not well prepared. Cold & wet & wind can be quite annoying. Therefore an extra point of attention if you cross the interior where you are more dependent on yourself. Appropriate rain gear + warm clothing that can be layered is necessary. Leave cotton at home and bring quick-drying materials. Don't forget your mittens \u002F gloves.\n\nCrossing rivers can also be dangerous. Water can be dangerously cold. Never go through \"white water\". In case of strong currents, never go deeper than knee through the water, otherwise ask for a lift with 4x4. For example, special sandals that do not fall off your foot due to the strong current. First aid kit!","2021-05-22T23:00:09.000Z",{"body":66,"updatedAt":67,"updatedBy":34},"**Best time to cycle**\n\nThe ideal time for cycling would be in the midsummer nights in June because maybe winter is over and you have almost 24\u002F7 daylight. But also winter time seems to be very cool, challenging and you would definitely spot Aurora Borealis which gives the already stunning landscapes an extraordinary dimension.\n\nThe interior is in many cases closed until the middle or even the end of June. You can find an overview on visiticeland. Even then the weather can be very erratic. Depressing gray weather with low-hanging clouds, rarely pleasantly warm. While cycling it is still okay, but it is quickly cold at the tent.\n\nRutger: \"In recent years I cycled about 3500 kilometers in Iceland. I liked it very well. It was a matter of riding between the showers. So when you wake up in the morning and it rains, just read a good book and only leave in the afternoon or possibly in the evening. \"\n\nLuddo: \"Of the four weeks I had about 3 weeks of rain. I have never suffered so much while I have already cycled quite a bit in the high mountains.\"\n\n**Climate**\n\nFurthermore, it is again something to take into account. It can sometimes storm very hard (9 or more Beaufort). So stay informed. In Iceland they measure wind speed in m \u002F s and not in Beaufort. Above 18m \u002F s it is time to make sure you get to safety, tear down the tent and make sure you are safe and dry. At those wind speeds I have seen many tents tear and sometimes they are found miles away.\n\nIn such wind, long plastic pegs are useful to have a grip in lava sand. Large stones on top for extra weight also help.\n\n**Wind**\n\nThe real bummer is the wind. By the way, it accounts for a large part of the cold. We cycled against the clock and predominantly had headwind, but we don't know if this is a constant and he can really keep going. Especially in the afternoon. So driving early in the morning or in the evening (at night) can be a solution.\n\n**Spare parts**\n\nExcept in the larger towns, such as Reykjavik, Hella, Egilsladir and Akureyri, you are completely on your own. There is no bicycle shop between Selfoss in the south and Akureyri in the north. This is about 1000km via the ring road. In Selfoss, the bicycle repairer did not sell 28-inch wheels. These were for sale in Reykjavik.\n\n**Clothing**\n\n-   Rain gear is indispensable.\n-   Warm clothes in layers. We always rode with long bib shorts and at least one fleece jersey, but usually more.\n-   Warm gloves and a hat were also a necessity.\n-   We wore shorts and a T-shirt for a few hours once (at the campsite in Egilsstadir).\n-   I wore shorts for three hours in three weeks. Don't skimp on warm clothing. In August it was often around freezing on the high plateau towards the end of the evening.\n-   Try to live to the rhythm of the weather: If the sun is shining more or less in the afternoon, prepare a hot meal on a nice picnic area with table on your burner. In the evening it may rain or it may be so cold that you don't feel like it anymore.","2021-05-22T23:03:54.000Z",[],{"pois":70,"users":71,"hosts":71},2,0,"2026-11-06T11:25:25.554Z",[74,83],{"id":75,"type":76,"title":77,"countryCode":4,"location":78,"likes":81,"excerpt":82},"235a14c1-b529-4f0d-9b50-c543dc82bf72","bike-shop","Örninn",{"lat":79,"lng":80},64.12941384269318,-21.86782005609062,1,"A large bike shop in the center of Reykjavik.",{"id":84,"type":76,"title":85,"countryCode":4,"location":86,"likes":71,"excerpt":89},"f162cba0-f953-4658-963b-1d790c2e721e","Andrými with free bike repair",{"lat":87,"lng":88},64.14259968012793,-21.923711299896244,"Andrými has bike spare parts and tools in the basement for use for everyone. Come by and hope someone is there to open the door and with luck also help you…",[],{"01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3":92,"ieMGYdJeX6ZyKgKeeGhMXPFZkax2":93},"Wereldfietser.nl \u002F Vakantiefietser.be","Bas Idsinga",{"data":95,"body":96},{},{"type":97,"children":98},"root",[99,107,112,117,126],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":102,"children":103},"element","p",{},[104],{"type":105,"value":106},"text","When God finished creating the earth, he had some leftovers. Especially stone, fire, ice and water. He threw it in a corner, not realizing he had created Iceland.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":108,"children":109},{},[110],{"type":105,"value":111},"For those who love rough nature and can take a beating when it comes to the weather, Iceland is the right destination. There is a wide spectrum of possibilities from lighter camping to camping bike rides on the bypass to more extreme expedition-like rides in the highlands where you have to be self-sufficient for many days. Different degrees are also possible, something for everyone. This makes Iceland a wonderful adventure destination. Several people often come for the second or third time.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":113,"children":114},{},[115],{"type":105,"value":116},"Iceland does not only have snow and ice, although you could say that an average day would have all four seasons included.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":118,"children":119},{},[120],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":122,"children":123},"strong",{},[124],{"type":105,"value":125},"Cyclability of the country",{"type":100,"tag":127,"props":128,"children":129},"ul",{},[130,136],{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":132,"children":133},"li",{},[134],{"type":105,"value":135},"The ring road that runs around the island is easy to cycle. And you regularly come across places to stock up on new stock. Only in the east you will encounter pieces without asphalt, but they are well paved.",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":137,"children":138},{},[139],{"type":105,"value":140},"The interior is a different story, sometimes the road is nothing more than a sandy tire track. Some parts cannot be cycled, you sink into the lava dust, then you are happy that you encounter a washboard, the trick is to cycle on the edge of the washboard to have a grip. Rivers without a bridge are more the rule than the exception and should be taken with caution. Get off, first try without a bicycle, then the bicycle downstream next to you, otherwise it will push you under water. There are no villages in the highlands where you can buy new supplies. Depending on the length of the tour, this requires additional planning.",{"data":142,"body":143},{},{"type":97,"children":144},[145],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":146,"children":147},{},[148],{"type":105,"value":60},{"data":150,"body":151},{},{"type":97,"children":152},[153],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":154,"children":155},{},[156,158,166],{"type":105,"value":157},"People from EU, Canada, Japan and USA don't need a visa. All other people need a Schengen visa to visit this country. You can find more information here ",{"type":100,"tag":159,"props":160,"children":164},"a",{"href":161,"rel":162},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.schengenvisainfo.com\u002Ftourist-schengen-visa\u002F",[163],"nofollow",[165],{"type":105,"value":161},{"type":105,"value":167},". The visa is valid for 90 days, and allows you to travel through all Schengen countries.",{"data":169,"body":170},{},{"type":97,"children":171},[172],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":173,"children":174},{},[175],{"type":105,"value":42},{"data":177,"body":178},{},{"type":97,"children":179},[180,185],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":181,"children":182},{},[183],{"type":105,"value":184},"The youth hostels are small and cozy. However, they are more than 100 km apart. In the late season, from September, the prices of guesthouses drop considerably and sleeping bag accommodation will cost you about 20 euros per night (2010).",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":186,"children":187},{},[188],{"type":105,"value":189},"Hotels or staying at the farm… everything is possible, but it is also a big bite out of the budget. In Guesthouses you can sometimes also go with your sleeping bag. Saves money again. About 4000 crowns p.p. for an overnight stay.",{"data":191,"body":192},{},{"type":97,"children":193},[194,199],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":195,"children":196},{},[197],{"type":105,"value":198},"Free camping is allowed in Iceland, except in places where it is explicitly prohibited (such as in national parks). Sometimes it is necessary because there is no camping site nearby. Wild camping is easy in many places. It is a great feeling when you put your tent on a jeep track in the middle of the wide surroundings. Large lava blocks, a thick layer of loose sand (bring dune herring!) Or stretched meadows can sometimes spoil the food. In the interior, take an (Ortlieb) water bag with you.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":200,"children":201},{},[202],{"type":105,"value":203},"Iceland has numerous campsites ranging from very simple (a toilet and sink) to very reasonably equipped (dryers). They are clean and safe.",{"data":205,"body":206},{},{"type":97,"children":207},[208],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":209,"children":210},{},[211],{"type":105,"value":46},{"data":213,"body":214},{},{"type":97,"children":215},[216,221,226],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":217,"children":218},{},[219],{"type":105,"value":220},"It is quite busy around Reykjavik, the Ring is getting busier (especially the south). Other than that, about 5-20 cars per hour.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":222,"children":223},{},[224],{"type":105,"value":225},"The ring road is almost completely paved, the roads through the interior are rough slopes (stones, washboard) where a good mountain bike \u002F trekking bike with wide tires is in place.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":227,"children":228},{},[229],{"type":105,"value":230},"Don't be fooled by the daily distances. If you have a tailwind on an asphalt road you can reach more than 100km in a day. But certainly inland, many roads, including the ones that pass through, are an ordeal. Here you often cycle less than 10 km per hour. Even worse are the deserted tracks with miles of loose sand; walking is sometimes the only option. On parts of the old F910, which is located south of the F910, it is best to take 8 hours over 30 km (many rivers, stony, water plains). In the direction of Askja there is a stretch of 40km deep sand. For food planning, count on 50Km \u002F day for normal highland roads and for very bad 25km \u002F day. That way you build in margin when the weather or the road is against it.",{"data":232,"body":233},{},{"type":97,"children":234},[235],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":236,"children":237},{},[238],{"type":105,"value":50},{"data":240,"body":241},{},{"type":97,"children":242},[243],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":244,"children":245},{},[246],{"type":105,"value":54},{"data":248,"body":249},{},{"type":97,"children":250},[251,256],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":252,"children":253},{},[254],{"type":105,"value":255},"Make it a logistical adventure by going by ferry, perhaps include Faroer Islands on your way, and arrive in the eastcoast town of Seydisfjordur.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":257,"children":258},{},[259,261,267],{"type":105,"value":260},"Smyril-line sails twice a week from Denmark (Hirtshals) to the Faroe Islands and then on one of these crossings to Iceland (Seydisfjordur): ",{"type":100,"tag":159,"props":262,"children":265},{"href":263,"rel":264},"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.smyril-line.com",[163],[266],{"type":105,"value":263},{"type":105,"value":268},". You can therefore make the crossing in one go (about 48 hours) or in two times with a stopover of three days on the Faroer.",{"data":270,"body":271},{},{"type":97,"children":272},[273,281,286,294,299,304,309,317,322,330],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":274,"children":275},{},[276],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":277,"children":278},{},[279],{"type":105,"value":280},"Cooking fuel",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":282,"children":283},{},[284],{"type":105,"value":285},"Camping gas is often sold by gas stations and can also be found at the campground in Reykjavik. Fuel for the trangia is readily available at most major petrol stations. It is called rautspritt there. It burns well. The only annoying thing is that it also has a lot of soot and covers your things with a greasy black layer that is difficult to remove.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":287,"children":288},{},[289],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":290,"children":291},{},[292],{"type":105,"value":293},"Supermarkets",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":295,"children":296},{},[297],{"type":105,"value":298},"Apart from the southwest, iceland is sparsely populated, which means that you have to bring enough provisions yourself. At gas stations there is usually also a shop where you can buy everything. Because you can sometimes be attacked by bad weather, it is always wise to always have enough stock with you.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":300,"children":301},{},[302],{"type":105,"value":303},"Willem: you really have to prepare well for a trip through the interior. In 2013 we had more than ten days of provisions for our trip through the interior. On spec is not an option because that limits your range enormously.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":305,"children":306},{},[307],{"type":105,"value":308},"In the supermarkets you can also buy dried packs of spaghetti, couscous, noodle soups and conditions where you only need to add water, handy if you have to bring food for a few days. The camping segment of the population is clearly not forgotten. Sometimes a barbecue is available at campsites.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":310,"children":311},{},[312],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":313,"children":314},{},[315],{"type":105,"value":316},"Restaurants",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":318,"children":319},{},[320],{"type":105,"value":321},"Eating out in iceland used to be really expensive. With the economic downturn that also hit iceland, eating out is now just as expensive \u002F cheap as in the netherlands. Menus look a bit different than in the netherlands, with specialties such as puffin (puffin), whale meat and lamb. 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You can find water everywhere in iceland, only on the stretch south of nyidalur on the f26 there is an area that is dry, so bring water with you.",{"data":336,"body":337},{},{"type":97,"children":338},[339,344],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":340,"children":341},{},[342],{"type":105,"value":343},"Hypothermia is a risk, it can occur more quickly than you might expect. The greatest risk is between 0 and 12 degrees Celsius, because people are often not well prepared. Cold & wet & wind can be quite annoying. Therefore an extra point of attention if you cross the interior where you are more dependent on yourself. Appropriate rain gear + warm clothing that can be layered is necessary. Leave cotton at home and bring quick-drying materials. Don't forget your mittens \u002F gloves.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":345,"children":346},{},[347],{"type":105,"value":348},"Crossing rivers can also be dangerous. Water can be dangerously cold. Never go through \"white water\". In case of strong currents, never go deeper than knee through the water, otherwise ask for a lift with 4x4. For example, special sandals that do not fall off your foot due to the strong current. First aid kit!",{"data":350,"body":351},{},{"type":97,"children":352},[353,361,366,371,376,381,389,394,399,407,412,420,425,433],{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":354,"children":355},{},[356],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":357,"children":358},{},[359],{"type":105,"value":360},"Best time to cycle",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":362,"children":363},{},[364],{"type":105,"value":365},"The ideal time for cycling would be in the midsummer nights in June because maybe winter is over and you have almost 24\u002F7 daylight. But also winter time seems to be very cool, challenging and you would definitely spot Aurora Borealis which gives the already stunning landscapes an extraordinary dimension.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":367,"children":368},{},[369],{"type":105,"value":370},"The interior is in many cases closed until the middle or even the end of June. You can find an overview on visiticeland. Even then the weather can be very erratic. Depressing gray weather with low-hanging clouds, rarely pleasantly warm. While cycling it is still okay, but it is quickly cold at the tent.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":372,"children":373},{},[374],{"type":105,"value":375},"Rutger: \"In recent years I cycled about 3500 kilometers in Iceland. I liked it very well. It was a matter of riding between the showers. So when you wake up in the morning and it rains, just read a good book and only leave in the afternoon or possibly in the evening. \"",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":377,"children":378},{},[379],{"type":105,"value":380},"Luddo: \"Of the four weeks I had about 3 weeks of rain. I have never suffered so much while I have already cycled quite a bit in the high mountains.\"",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":382,"children":383},{},[384],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":385,"children":386},{},[387],{"type":105,"value":388},"Climate",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":390,"children":391},{},[392],{"type":105,"value":393},"Furthermore, it is again something to take into account. It can sometimes storm very hard (9 or more Beaufort). So stay informed. In Iceland they measure wind speed in m \u002F s and not in Beaufort. Above 18m \u002F s it is time to make sure you get to safety, tear down the tent and make sure you are safe and dry. At those wind speeds I have seen many tents tear and sometimes they are found miles away.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":395,"children":396},{},[397],{"type":105,"value":398},"In such wind, long plastic pegs are useful to have a grip in lava sand. Large stones on top for extra weight also help.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":400,"children":401},{},[402],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":403,"children":404},{},[405],{"type":105,"value":406},"Wind",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":408,"children":409},{},[410],{"type":105,"value":411},"The real bummer is the wind. By the way, it accounts for a large part of the cold. We cycled against the clock and predominantly had headwind, but we don't know if this is a constant and he can really keep going. Especially in the afternoon. So driving early in the morning or in the evening (at night) can be a solution.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":413,"children":414},{},[415],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":416,"children":417},{},[418],{"type":105,"value":419},"Spare parts",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":421,"children":422},{},[423],{"type":105,"value":424},"Except in the larger towns, such as Reykjavik, Hella, Egilsladir and Akureyri, you are completely on your own. There is no bicycle shop between Selfoss in the south and Akureyri in the north. This is about 1000km via the ring road. In Selfoss, the bicycle repairer did not sell 28-inch wheels. These were for sale in Reykjavik.",{"type":100,"tag":101,"props":426,"children":427},{},[428],{"type":100,"tag":121,"props":429,"children":430},{},[431],{"type":105,"value":432},"Clothing",{"type":100,"tag":127,"props":434,"children":435},{},[436,441,446,451,456,461],{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":437,"children":438},{},[439],{"type":105,"value":440},"Rain gear is indispensable.",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":442,"children":443},{},[444],{"type":105,"value":445},"Warm clothes in layers. We always rode with long bib shorts and at least one fleece jersey, but usually more.",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":447,"children":448},{},[449],{"type":105,"value":450},"Warm gloves and a hat were also a necessity.",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":452,"children":453},{},[454],{"type":105,"value":455},"We wore shorts and a T-shirt for a few hours once (at the campsite in Egilsstadir).",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":457,"children":458},{},[459],{"type":105,"value":460},"I wore shorts for three hours in three weeks. Don't skimp on warm clothing. In August it was often around freezing on the high plateau towards the end of the evening.",{"type":100,"tag":131,"props":462,"children":463},{},[464],{"type":105,"value":465},"Try to live to the rhythm of the weather: If the sun is shining more or less in the afternoon, prepare a hot meal on a nice picnic area with table on your burner. In the evening it may rain or it may be so cold that you don't feel like it anymore."]