Minimum Gear List – Summer
- Tent, hammock or tarp
- Sleeping bag
- Riding clothes
- Extra layer(s) to stay warm in the evening
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Food (enough for 3 meals / day)
- Water (1-2L)
- Multi-tool (or hex wrenches)
- 2 spare tubes
- patch kit
- first-aid kit
- Bike lights
- Spare batteries for the lights
- Bike w/ rear rack
- Bags and/or bungies to secure everything
- Map(s) of the area you’ll be riding in
Minimum Gear List – Winter
- As above, plus the following:
- Rain layer (jacket, pants, gloves)
- Knit hat that covers the ears and/or balaclava
- Shoe covers
- Cold layer (long-sleeve shirt/jersey, pants)
- Hand warmers (for emergency use)
Expanded Gear List – Summer
Expanded Gear List – Winter