Hi, I'm new to this, and I desperately need some advice, if any of you are up to it!
I'm a student right now, so a little short on funds. I'm heading to England for 8 weeks (at the least) this summer, and to make it as inexpensive and fun as possible I wanted to try bringing my bike along and camping, instead of the usual train/hostel option. I'd be stationary for the majority of the trip for an educational program, but I'm worried about airports/having the bike on public transportation, that sort of thing.
What would I need, to carry my things with me? Obviously a 'backpacking' backpack- I want to travel light, but at the same time, it'd be nice to have a few changes of clothes.
But saddlebags, panniers, I have absolutely no idea about. What are your opinions on bike trailers?
How would I go about getting the tent onto the bike? I've seen photos of people slinging theirs lengthways, directly beneath the bike seat; is this recommended?
Again, any help with this would be fantastic!