What are the dangers of riding the Sichuan-Tibet Line? Sichuan-Tibet Line Cycling Guide 2018

The editor has always felt that people who ride the Sichuan-Tibet Line are very powerful people. Today I will tell you about the relevant strategies for this. The main thing is safety. Everyone is going there. It’s time to pay attention, and now the editor will tell you about it. Which ones are more dangerous

Erlang Mountain

From Chengdu to Erlang Mountain, the most dangerous day for us was to Xingou. When we arrived at Tianquan, we encountered a mudslide on the road, but it was not It is very big. We walked on a rainy day this time, and there is also a section on the edge of the cliff. The rainwater falls directly from the top and will basically hit you. In fact, this section of the road is not dangerous. The downhill slope of Erlang Mountain is the first major slope on the Sichuan-Tibet line. It goes downhill for more than 20 kilometers to Luding. The road conditions are relatively good and they are all flat cement roads. Remember to keep your speed in mind when cornering. Don't go too fast, there are still a lot of cars here, and bicycles that go downhill at speeds exceeding 40km/h are basically unable to stop, which is very dangerous. To install the speedometer, you can check the speed and control the vehicle speed when going downhill

Zheduo Mountain

It is the first time for the Sichuan-Tibet Line to go up to the altitude. Today’s altitude rises very fast, and it will be a bit high. But the danger is not high altitude, but downhill. Basically, starting from Kangding in the morning, it is already afternoon when we arrive at the pass. For those who are not physically strong, it will be after 5 pm, and the weather on the top of the mountain changes a lot, and it rains. Going downhill is very dangerous. It’s rainy and cold, and your hands quickly lose feeling. When going downhill, you lose control of the brakes. There is a speed bump on the downhill section and it’s easy for you to overturn if you don’t notice it. Back then, People have died in that place, especially because there are many cars going to Xinduqiao. It is a beautiful sight on the Sichuan-Tibet line. Be sure to wear sunscreen after arriving at Xinduqiao. The sun is very cruel and will burn you in 2 hours. We were injured at that time

Gaoersi Mountain

On the way to the Gaoersi Mountain Pass We encountered a landslide while riding. Now Gaoersi Mountain is a tunnel, which should be the longest tunnel along the way. It is very dangerous. When we passed there this year, there were many pits on your road, and it was easy to fall into it. Moreover, the quality of the drivers here was very poor. It's normal to drive in the wrong direction. It's good that they didn't force you to stop. I heard that 60% of the drivers here don't have a driver's license. Be careful of the pits in the tunnel. There are basically no warnings. Be sure to bring a high-intensity flashlight

Kazila Mountain

The roads in this section are basically better, but don’t encounter wind or rain. , it is difficult to ride when it is windy and rainy, but there is nothing dangerous. In the past, wild dogs were very dangerous, but we did not encounter any on the road. The scenery on this section of the road is beautiful Haizi Mountain

If you walk towards Haizi Mountain, The road in Litang County is a bit messy. Nowadays, commercial housing is being rebuilt in Litang County. During the construction, the road is basically damaged by construction trucks, but there is no danger.

Climbing Haizi Mountain is usually a It started from Heni Township. When we reached the top of the mountain, the road was a bit bad and was being repaired.

Especially on the way down to Haizi Mountain, there are pits and piles of stones in many places, which are used for road construction. Be careful when going downhill

Zongbala Mountain

If you are going to Zongbala Mountain, you will pass through Batang and Haitong Military Station, and then to Mangkang. On this section of the road, you will pass through the Jinsha River Bridge and officially enter the Tibetan border. You should be careful about the robbing children on the Tibetan road, but there are still Well, we only met two times on the road, just to eat.

There is a bad road before arriving at Haitong Military Station, and they are all one-sided. This is the case this year. It was caused by previous landslides. Yes, I think it should be repaired next year. This section of road is not easy to ride

Ye La Mountain

There are basically no dangerous sections to the top of Ye La Mountain. All you see are flying rocks, which are rarely encountered

The most dangerous turn here is the 72nd turn. Be sure to control the brakes and check the brakes at any time. Every year there are casualties here due to ineffective brakes. Be sure to check the brakes when going downhill. Stop immediately if you feel the brakes fail. It is best to take a rest after riding for a while for disc brakes to avoid heating and failure. Check the thickness of the brake pads for V brakes

Seji La Mountain

This section of road is not very good, especially the way down the mountain. Roads are being built here. The roads are bad, but if they are dangerous, they are basically not very big. If the roads are good, there are basically no dangers.

The roads are being built this year. The roads are bad and quite dangerous, and there are too many cars

Mira Mountain

The last section is basically road construction. When there were many pine trees, we encountered roadbed collapse, and this section of the road was in bad condition. Because the Linla Highway was being built, it is estimated that before the Linla Highway was completed, there would be safety issues on the bad road.

Safety is the first priority. Can you ride on it? When you get to Lhasa, you can take a ride to Lhasa, but don’t go to Lhasa with injuries!

1. Safety is the most important thing. Be sure to check the brakes before going downhill. Remember to wear knee pads, too. Never hold the brake with one hand when going downhill!

Maybe most girls who ride bicycles are not very proficient in repairing bicycles. You can ask a companion to check or try it several times before going downhill yourself. Don't be careless. In 2009, I met a Guangdong girl in Nepal. She didn't check the brakes. She fell downhill and needed stitches on her face. It was really scary. Especially on rainy days, you need to be particularly careful. Even if the brakes are fine, they often fail. If you feel that the car is difficult to control, you should get out of the car and push it. Always remember safety first. When there is a lot of rain, there are more safety risks. In addition, it is a very dangerous move to brake while holding the handlebar with one hand. My companion fell off the car and flew out because of this difficult move

2. Try not to ride at night.

Some cyclists may think that riding at night is romantic as it does not require the sun and is cool and unique, but it is still not safe for girls. First of all, there are basically no street lights on the Sichuan-Tibet South Line. Riders can’t see the road clearly at night just by relying on their small lights. The asphalt road is fine, but it is very unsafe if there are rocks and mud mixed on the road. Secondly, many trucks do not rest at night. If they drive all night, the driver will get tired easily. It is inevitable that he will not be able to concentrate and will not be able to see the thin figure of the driver, and the consequences will be unpredictable. And it’s hard to find accommodation when you arrive at your destination too late. Last year, three men wandered around during the day, taking photos and chatting, and arrived at 12 o’clock in the evening. Many places were full, which was very inconvenient; and they couldn’t leave early the next day. , which also wastes time.

3. Girls should not be left alone.

After arriving at the destination, girls should not go out alone at night. Of course, it is also best not for boys to go out alone. After all, we are not familiar with the environment, and we are new here, so it is safer to travel in groups. We usually go back to rest after replenishing food, and it does not waste a lot of time. Most places are not interesting. One way is enough~

If it is inconvenient for a girl to hitchhike, it is best to find a companion. Wait and see if there are other girls or boys who want to hitchhike. It is not safe to be alone.

4. If you encounter children grabbing bags or blocking the road, just rush over quickly. If there are adults nearby, it is best not to stop.

5. I have never been harassed by dogs on the road. I don’t know if it’s because I have a dog at home. A friend once said that if you see a gentle dog and get close to it and get some scent, you will not be chased by the dog. It's worth trying~it depends on your character~

6. It's best to prepare a first aid kit with a whistle in it. If something happens, blow it to attract attention. I also carry an electric shock self-defense device with me. There are also scream sirens sold online, which can prevent loss and can also call the police in case of danger. You must be aware of safety and discover and prevent unsafe factors in advance.

7. Buy insurance before going on the road. Write down key information such as your insurance number in a small notebook that comes with you. If you want to go to Nepal, you can buy overseas insurance in Lhasa. Health issues

1. It is recommended that girls should not ride a bicycle on the first day of pregnancy.

Most female cyclists would suggest this. After all, the body is weaker during menstruation, and being too tired is not good for the body. There is no need to work so hard. Injury to the body will last a lifetime. Also, it’s best not to wash your hair during an emergency to avoid catching a cold.

2. Never take a cold shower.

I would rather be dirty than take a bath with cold water. In fact, I don’t know if it’s because there is less pollution on the plateau, but in short, there is no dirty feeling like in the mainland, and my hair is not so easy to get oily, so I can tolerate not taking a shower or washing my hair for three or four days. One of our fellow riders caught a cold and had a fever after taking a cold shower. It's always painful to have a fever while away from home. Moreover, it is more dangerous to have a fever on the plateau.

3. Keep warm in places with high altitudes. Masks and fleece bandanas are a must.

I caught a cold in Batang. Many people said that catching a cold on the plateau is very dangerous. I was a little scared at the time, so I went to the Tibetan medicine clinic to get some medicine. I took more than a dozen tablets a day, but it was still worse than usual. Inland areas take longer to heal. Because the temperature at the plateau is low, and sweating during exercise makes it easy to catch cold, you should remember to protect your mouth, nose and chest at this time. When the cold was not cured, I always felt that the trachea was filled with cold air and it still hurt. Later, I felt much better while riding with a mask on. No more cold air being sucked into the body. Because the single-layer headscarf is a bit thin, and the fleece headscarf is not breathable. Masks can also be purchased on the road. In addition, the neckline is easy to catch cold, so it is best to wear a fleece headscarf in places where the temperature is low. Food issues

1. It is best to drink Rhodiola rosea or take other drugs to reduce altitude sickness in advance. I started drinking it two days before climbing many mountains. I can’t confirm how effective it is, but just to be on the safe side, drink some~

2. Eat more nutrients on the road. A cyclist on the road said that eating more beef will give you strength and tomatoes can relieve fatigue, so on the road I usually buy some beef from a larger place and cut it into slices, and eat it with steamed buns at noon; if I can’t buy fresh beef, I buy beef jerky. In the evening, eat tomato scrambled eggs or tomato and egg soup, plus a meat dish~

3. When buying food at various canteens on the road, you have to check the date, as some of them are often expired. Ask about the price before ordering at a restaurant. We were at the Ma Er Ge Restaurant in Zuogong. The boss may have quoted the wrong price before the meal. When checking out, he refused to acknowledge it and insisted on adding an extra 3 yuan. He also had a bad attitude and cursed me. Finally, I had no choice but to call 110 for the first time in my life. .

4. I heard that drinking some glucose water will not make you tired while climbing, but I personally didn’t feel any special sensation after drinking it for several days. It probably varies from person to person. If you think plain water has no taste, you can give it a try~

You can usually buy it in small supermarkets, and also in pharmacies. 5. I will buy some dried sweet potatoes, grilled steamed bun slices, etc. in larger supermarkets on the way. Snacks, eat them when you are tired and take a rest to relieve your mood. In addition, if possible, eat some fruits~

Basically, I buy apples and peaches when I resupply the day before and take them with me on the road.

4. Clothing and equipment

1. My equipment: a jacket + fleece, a jacket, a pair of quick-drying pants, a pair of quick-drying clothes (when I reach eight I bought it a while ago), two pairs of cycling pants (but basically one is enough), two pairs of gloves, a pair of kneepads, a singlet, a jacket, a skirt, a split raincoat, and a hat. 4 headscarves + fleece, a helmet, a spare tire, a pair of shoes, a pair of Crocs, n pairs of socks, skin care products + sunscreen, underwear, toiletries (towels, soap, etc.), cosmetic bag, small Notebook, pen, passport, ID card, mobile phone + charger, camera + charger, cash + card.

2. The car bag and some unused clothes were sent to Lhasa in Chengdu. However, I only brought one set of clothes and kept them simple, so I didn’t have much to send.

3. Lessons learned from mistakes: I was afraid that I wouldn’t be able to buy skin care products on the road, so I brought two sets with me. Facts have proved that Tibetan areas are very developed. There are large-scale supermarkets in larger places, which are similar to supermarkets in the mainland. One set is enough, and as long as you don’t pursue international brands, you can buy them when you run out.

The split raincoat I bought does not have a rain hood. I don’t know if it wasn’t there in the first place, or if something went awry with that routine. Along the way, I could only use the hat and helmet of my jacket to protect me from the rain. Later I bought a waterproof hat, but it could only protect me from light rain. Money cards and bargaining

1. There are many postal savings on the Sichuan-Tibet South Line, so it is recommended to apply for a postal card. There are very few agricultural banks, only in larger places, and they are often closed. However, the post office is often closed and closed at noon, so you need to watch the time. Some very small places don't have any banks. We were also surprised that money cannot be withdrawn from a place as famous as Ranwu. We don’t know if there will be any improvement this year, but it is recommended to make plans in advance.

2. When buying things near the Jokhang Temple, you have to bargain hard. Ten yuan a necklace is the highest price, unless what you want is one that has been worn by Tibetan compatriots. I feel that most of the accessories are from Yiwu. Ordinary earrings should not cost more than 5 yuan a pair, and most shawls should not cost more than 25 yuan. Other expensive items are a matter of opinion.

In short, you have to be tough when bargaining. If you really can’t lower the price, add more~

And the products are almost the same, so I can’t agree on switching to another one~ Attractions

1. Midui Glaciers allow you to get up close and personal with icebergs, so it’s not bad. However, I still don’t understand why men are so excited about glaciers. Everyone feels excited when they see glaciers. Last year's admission fee

was 50 yuan. I used my tour guide card to get free admission. There is a place to stay called Midui Glacier House, and the owner is super nice.

But the food in the scenic spot is more expensive. If possible, it is best to replenish supplies in advance, just buy some instant noodles, ham sausage, bread and the like. If you want to stay one night and touch the ice, you have to leave early. The round trip takes five or six hours. It looks very close but it takes a lot of time to walk.

2. Namtso, it is very cold nearby, and it is also quite cold to stay at night. The scenery is not bad, but it is a pity that it did not impress me.

3. Mount Everest, the ticket is 180 yuan, and the tour guide has to buy the ticket. The fare to Mount Everest is also relatively expensive, 100 yuan per person is still reasonable. Because I saw a lot of snow-capped mountains along the way, but couldn’t climb to the top. Mount Everest was no different from other snow-capped mountains, so I gave up. 4. The road from Lhasa to Nepal passed by Yamdrok Yumcu. It was super beautiful. From the first moment I saw it, I gave up. From the shock at the second eye to the tears at the Nth eye, I think it is the most beautiful body of water I have ever seen

(Of course I have never been to the Aegean Sea and have not seen the Maldives). Photos simply cannot capture the azure tranquility