The Two Essentials
Storage/transport options
Hardware options
Core bike repair items
Additional repair-item options
(for optimal preparedness)
- Pressure gauge
- CO2 inflator (with cartridges)
- Spare spokes (minimum of 6)
- Spoke wrench
- 6" adjustable wrench
- General-purpose multi-tool
- Assorted nuts and bolts
- Spare tire
- Chain tool
- Replacement chain links
- Lubricant
- Brake and derailleur cables
- Spare components
- Spare cleats
- Duct tape
Camping gear
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Tent or tarp
- ___________________ (see our Backpacking list)
Basic clothing
Clothing for variable weather
- Rainwear
- Stowaway windbreaker
- Insulation layer(s) for cool air
- Weatherproof, full-fingered gloves
- Arm/leg warmers
- Visibility vest
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
- Chamois cream
- Small, quick-dry towel for cleanups
- Meals/snacks
- Performance food/gels/drinks
- Guidebook or route description
- Maps
- Toiletries
- Off-day clothing
- Camera
- Cell phone
- Cash/credit card/ID
- ___________________
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