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CGM and heat during traveling

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BobSalviac

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Type of diabetes
Type 1
Hello

I am a cyclist tourist and use a Metronic CGM. All of my sensors fail if they have been stored in my bicycle packs. I tour for up to 8 weeks in HOT temperatures. I have no problems with any of my diabetes supplies and have toured since 1983 with diabetes.

Looking for suggestions and no I will not carry an ice pack with me. It is impossible. Maybe a large FRIGO bag is worth a try.
 
kitedoc said:
Frio bags it is. I think @helensaramay mentioned she has experience with these.
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I have used Frio bags to keep insulin cool.
I have no experience of them for CGMs. But I think it would be worth giving a go. They are not as cold as ice packs but are easy to transport and recool as they do not need cold water.
They are also pretty robust. I think I have had mine for at least 12 years and they have experienced some rough environments.
 
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