We’ve pulled together a list of the gear you might need if you decide to come on a cycle tour with us. None of the list is compulsory, though there are some items we really recommend and we’ve marked these in bold. Of course you can bring more things too, just remember you have to cycle these around for a few days so try and keep your load light.
Essentials
- Water bottle or hydration pack
- Smartphone, GPS or route map
- Sunglasses or clear lenses
- Sunscreen
- Emergency contact info
Repair Items
- Spare tube(s)
- Spare tire
- 2 extra spokes
- Spoke wrench
- Spare disc brakes/brake pads
- Spare brake/shift cable
- Patch kit
- Pump or CO2
- Tire levers
- Multi-tool
- Bike cleaning wipes
- Spare chain
- Chain tool
- Chain lube
- Spare cleats
- Spare nuts, bolts, and washers
- Repair/Duct tape
- Shop rag/wipes
Bike Accessories for Long-Distance Touring
- Panniers (20-litre on front or 40-litre on back)
- Frame bag
- Handlebar bag
- Trunk bag
- Rain covers and/or plastic bags
- Daypack
- Extra Water bottle mounts
- Headlight
- Flashing taillight
- Bungee Cords
- Reflectors
- Bike Lock
- Mirror (on handlebar or helmet)
Nutrition
- Electrolyte powder
- Energy bars
- Nuts / Fresh fruit
Miscellaneous
- Toilet paper/tissue
- Basic first aid kit
- Camera + accessories
Clothing
- Bike Helmet
- Cycling jersey
- Cycling layers – windbreaker, rain jacket, sleeves, leggings, etc. (weather dependent)
- Bike shorts (with small tube of chamois cream)
- Bike Shoes
- Socks (wool or synthetic)
- Bike gloves
- Sweat bands/caps/bandana
- Fall/winter gloves (weather dependent)
- Fleece/wool hat (weather dependent)
- Waterproof rain booties/gaiters
- Post-ride shoes or sandals
- Post-ride set of clothes – shirt, shorts/pants, underwear, socks, etc.
- Swimsuit
Documents
- Credit/Debit Card
- Cash
- Driver’s license
- Passport
- Photocopies of passport and credit cards
- Travel Insurance card
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