tissue, water, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, towel, rain coat or umbrella, cash, insect repellant, first-aid kit, cell phone or phone card

man-made problems (e.g. construction areas) and natural disasters (e.g. fallen trees, rock slides)

There are bike rental shops in the Bikeway area. When you rent a bike, you will not need to leave any ID. Many bike shops offer free maps. However, if you think you will need any protective gear such as a helmet, it's better to bring your own.

For up-to-date local weather, go to http://www.cwb.gov.tw/V5e/index.htm and click on, “Taichung Area.”