CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT NEEDS
The biking environments have potential for snow and sun. Be prepared for the extremes of weather.
FOR BIKING
? Bike, in excellent condition (do not let a poorly maintained bike ruin your trip)
? Helmet, safety standards approved AND in excellent condition = NO cracks
? Water bottle(s) and cage, or a hydration system
? Small tool kit (includes spare tube, tyre levers, patch kit, pump)
? Padded cycle shorts (2 pairs if possible)
? Polypro or wool tops
? Long polypro pants cycling tights or similar
? Lightweight wind jacket
? Small back pack (to store repair kit & snacks).
? Appropriate cycling footwear (runners or skate shoes with socks are appropriate)
? Full finger gloves
? Balaclava or hat
?Sunglasses – preferably with a lightly tinted lens, better for riding in challenging light situations
? Torch
? Personal First Aid Kit – includes personal medication, Elastoplast, roll of sleek, gauze bandage, insect repellant (“Dimp”) sunburn cream or lotion, scissors, emergency blanket
Also accessible in small backpack…
? Waterproof parka
? Windproof over-trousers
? Spare warm clothes
? Mittens or gloves
? LUNCH and snacks
FOR OVERNIGHT CAMPING
? Sleeping bag
? Sleeping mat: thermarest/closed cell foam mat, perhaps two.
? Lots of tasty snacks.
? Torch, batteries and bulb
? Matches or cigarette lighter, candle
? Spare plastic bags (for dirty clothes etc)
? 1 large plastic bowl (dinner & cereal)
? Knife, spoon, fork, plastic mug / cup
? Tooth cleaning gear
? Personal hygiene needs
? Socks galore, clean!
? Underwear
? 2 polypro or wool shirts
? 2 pair polypro /wool longs johns
? 1 woollen Jersey or polar fleece jacket.
? Small towel, biodegradable soap.
? Heaps of warm clothes
? 2nd pair of shoes for evening wear
? Swimming togs
? Money for extra food and snacks
? Pack /bag for storing all of above
Optional…
? Allen keys, chain lube (ask your bike shop what the best type is)
? Camera, extra film
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