15 September

2026

What to pack for a cycling trip to Tenerife: the complete list

Packing for a cycling trip to Tenerife has a catch: on the same day you can start in the heat on the coast and arrive in the cold at 2,000 metres. Here is our list so you don't miss anything and don't carry what you don't need.

Clothing: think in layers

• Two or three jerseys and bib shorts, so you can wash and rotate.
• A gilet and windproof jacket: essential for the descents and the mountains, especially from December to March.
• Arm and leg warmers for early starts and the climbs to Mount Teide.
• Gloves, cycling socks and a cap or buff for under your helmet.

What to bring from home

• Your pedals and shoes, so you ride with your usual cleats.
• Your saddle, if you are sensitive to changes, and your bike measurements so we can set it up the same.
• Helmet, sunglasses and your bike computer or GPS watch with its charger.
• The GPX files of the routes you want to ride, already loaded.

Sun, food and health

• High-factor sunscreen and lip balm: the sun at altitude is deceptive.
• Bars or gels for the first days; after that you can buy them here.
• A basic first-aid kit and any medication you usually take.

What you don't need to bring

Your bike. Flying with it costs money, takes up space and there is always a risk of damage on the journey. Hire a road, gravel or electric bike here and, if you hire for 3 days or more, we deliver it to your hotel ready to ride. On our guided rides we also give you water bottles with the bike.

See which bike to choose →

Check availability and book your bike online →

Keep reading

• Which bike to hire in Tenerife? Road, gravel or e-bike, and how to get the right size
• A quick bike check before every ride: the list we use
• Cycling in Tenerife in summer: when to ride, where to go and how to handle the heat