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For the bicyclist
- sunscreen and insect repellant
- rain or wind jacket
- protective eye-wear
- helmet and gloves
For the bicycle: tire repair kit
- spare tube
- patches and glue
- tire irons
- pump (one that fits the values of both types of tubes)
- tools (at minimum, a screwdriver, adjustable wrench, hex wrenches to fit)
- 8, 9, 10 mm "Y" wrench (bolts on brakes, derailleurs)
- allen wrenches (4, 5, 6 mm to fit stem, derailleurs, brakes)
- specific tools to handle specific problems such as spoke wrench or freewheel tool. Spray
lubricant for chains or squeaky/rusty parts (depending on length of ride, condition of bike and
access to service.)
First-aid kit
Purchase a kit that will fit easily in your pack, or create your own. Include bandaids, gauze, tape,
over-the-counter pain relief medication, antiseptic salve.
Miscellaneous
- garbage bag (can substitute as rain gear, protect carry-ons, hold trash, etc.)
- money for phone, food, drink
- safety pins
- duct tape
- extra bolts for rack or water bottle cages
- paper and pencil
- plastic zip-lock bags
- kleenex or toilet paper
- tampons
- string (heavy enough to hold items securely)
- bungee cords
- handi-wipes
- rain-proof bag to hold these items
Related Sites
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Safety Checklist