In 2020 I went on two self-supported, solo bicycle tours. Because of the pandemic, group tours were not possible, so I did my best to figure things out. I made a number of mistakes, a few of which led to an IT Band injury (otherwise known as the "runner's knee"). I think that the best way to learn is through failure, so while I didn't enjoy getting injured, I have learned a number of valuable lessons in return. This is a companion video to the Bicycle Touring - 5 Tips for New Bicycle Tourists • Bicycle Touring - 5 Tips for New Bicycle T... . A Follow-up video with mistakes from my 2021 tours is now available • Five MORE Mistakes I Made on my Bicycle To... . #cycletouring #bicycletouring #bicycleinjury _____________ Connect with me on Instagram: / wheelsonabike