Latest revision as of 09:15, 24 August 2010

Group gear

These are things that you may want to have collectively, if you're riding with a hub.

• Cutting knives
• BIG pot
• Pan
• Stoves
• Pans
• Food storage containers
• Power strip
• Stirring spoons
• Salt and pepper
• Spices
• Dish soap
• Scouring pad
• Sponges
• Can opener
• Matches or lighter
• Measuring cup
• Ziploc bags
• Mixing bowls
• Tin foil
• Gas or fuel for stoves
• Lube
• Chain tool
• Chain whip
• Brake cables
• Derailer cables
• Safety flags
• Chamois butter

Cycling essentials

Each rider should carry these items.

• Bicycle
• Helmet
• Two panniers
• Bike rack for holding panniers--must be able to support at least 50lbs
• Tire patch kit (don't get a glue-less one)
• Set of tire levers
• Three spare tubes in your tire size
• Multi-tool
• Set of Allen keys
• Hand pump
• Two water-bottle cages
• Two one-liter bicycle water bottles
• Three bungee cords in different lengths
• Durable bike cable lock
• Three-liter water hydration pack (Camelbak and Platypus are two popular brands)

Cycling extras

These are quasi-optional.

• Cycling computer (for tracking mileage)
• Rear-view mirror
• Cycling gloves (strongly recommended)

Clothing essentials

A lot of things on this list are specified "synthetic," but wool often works as well. We avoid cotton because of how it retains moisture and can get 'really' cold.

• Two pairs padded cycling shorts
• Four t-shirts (at least three should be synthetic or non-cotton)
• Light/medium synthetic vest
• Long-sleeved synthetic shirt
• Medium-weight fleece jacket, either zip or pullover
• Water-proof jacket (essential)
• Regular shorts (preferably synthetic--NOT heavy cotton cargo shorts or jean shorts)
• Quick-drying swimsuit
• Four pairs of underwear
• Two or three sports bras
• Four pairs of socks (preferably synthetic)
• Shoes for cycling (running, all-terrain, tennis, or recessed-cleat shoes are all fine)
• Sports sandals for off-bike, camping, swimming
• Baseball cap or sun hat

Clothing extras

• Water-proof pants
• Medium-weight fleece pants

Camping gear

• Sleeping bag with stuff sack
• Inflatable or closed-cell foam sleeping pad
• Tent, preferably under five pounds
• Tupperware or Rubbermaid plastic bowl, 6-8" with lid and cutlery (works as plate and bowl)
• Travel mug
• Small LED headlamp

Personal items

• Toiletries--travel-sized containers are a must
• Small bath, camp or quick-dry towel
• Sun block
• Lip balm with sun protection
• Insect repellant
• Picture ID
• Medical insurance card
• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Journal and pen
• Books
• Spending money