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Cycle Touring Gear Checklist
borrowed from MEC.ca
can also be found in our website
Cycling Gear
Well-tuned bike Helmet Pump Racks (front and/or rear) with panniers Patch kit with tire levers Spare inner-tubes Bike lock (optional) Head light and taillight Waterproof cycling booties Cycling shorts (with chamois) Lightweight cycling socks Cycling jerseys or t-shirts Outer Shell (tops and bottoms) Cycling shoes Basic bike tool kit
The Essentials
Map in waterproof case Food Sunglasses/Sunscreen First-aid kit Headlamp/Flashlight Fire starter Matches (in waterproof container) Water Knife General repair kit Trip Plan (left with a friend)
Clothing
Camp shoes or sandals with socks Quick-drying shorts and pants Synthetic long underwear (tops and bottoms) Regular underwear Sun hat Fleece top
Camping Gear
Sleeping bag Tent, tarp, or bivi sac Stove and fuel Sleeping pad Water treatment or filter Cooking/eating utensils Toiletries (including toilet paper) Camping Permits (if needed)
Extras/Misc.
Cycling computer Binoculars Rope Camera and film Notebook and pencil Deck of cards Watch/alarm clock GPS Change of clothes waiting at end of route
-- Anonymous, April 22, 2002
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-- Anonymous, April 22, 2002