Bike Day Touring Checklist
Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every cyclist will carry every item on every ride.
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The Two Cycling Essentials
Basic clothing choices
- Wicking jersey or top
- Padded shorts or tights
- Gloves
- ______________________
- Footwear suited to bike's pedals
- Cycling socks
- Buff/bandanna/cap/skullcap
- ______________________
Clothing options for variable weather
- Rainwear
- Stowaway windbreaker
- Insulation layer(s) for cool air
- ______________________
- Weatherproof, full-fingered gloves
- Arm/leg warmers
- Visibility vest
- ______________________
Gear options
- Hydration pack
- Water bottles with cages
- Saddle (underseat) bag
- Handlebar bag
- Panniers or trunk bag with rack
- Cycling computer/GPS
- ____________________
- Headlight
- Taillight (with blinking option)
- Mirror (for handlebar or helmet)
- Lock
- ____________________
Core repair items
- Spare tube or tubes (and/or patch kit)
- Pump
- _________________________
- Tire levers
- Cycling multi-tool (with Allen wrenches)
- _________________________
Personal
- Eye protection (sunglasses or clear lenses)
- First-aid items (see our First-aid checklist)
- Medical info/emergency contact card
- Toilet paper/tissue
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- ______________________
- Insect repellent
- Performance food/gels/drinks
- Snacks for kids
- Chamois cream
- Small, quick-dry towel (for cleanups)
- Baby wipes (popular for cleanups)
- ______________________
Other options
- Map (if in unfamiliar area)
- Guidebook or route description
- Cell phone
- Camera
- Lunch
- ____________________
- ____________________
- Camera
- Tire pressure gauge
- CO2 inflator (with cartridge)
- Valve adaptor (Presta to Schrader)
- Cash/credit card/photo ID
- ____________________
- ____________________
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