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Packing for a Bicycle Trip
Clothing
Wear light clothing and dress in layers. Temperatures can range wildly, especially at higher elevations or in the prairies (where 20 C or 50 F degree variations in a day are not unusual). Start with a cotton T-shirt, maybe another shirt, a wool sweater and a nylon or Gortex™ windbreaker. In cooler seasons, a pair of gloves will keep your hands warm. Always wear a cycling helmet: in many provinces it's now the law. On cooler days, wear a toque underneath, on warmer days a wet cloth to help you keep cool.
Insects
Mosquitoes and blackflies are a problem for cyclists, so you should use an insect repellent high in DEET. Avoid wearing scents, including colognes or scented soaps or shampoos. Do wash, though, as many bugs are attracted to the smell of perspiration.
Packing for a Cycling Trip
When packing for along trip, plan your load carefully. Use panniers (bags that hand alongside your wheels) to keep your center of gravity low, packing more on the rear panniers to keep load off the front steering wheel. Use handlebar bags for items you need during a tip, like maps, water, energy snacks. Keep bulky items on your rear carrier, attached by elastic bungy cords. Keep your bike locked up when unattended, even in small towns.
Repair and spare part items:
Tire leversspare inner tubs
Tire pump
Tire patch kit
Pressure gauge
Extra spokes and a spoke wrench
Spare brake and gear cables
Spare brake pads
Bicycle wrenches
Adjustable crescent wrench
Allen keys
Screwdriver(s)
Pliers
Pen knife and/or scissors
Chain rivet remove and spare links
Freewheel removal tool
Spare bulb and batteries for your lights
Can of spray lubricant
Bicycle gear
Helmet
Panniers & rear carrier
Handlebar bag
Battery operated light/flashlight
Cycling gloves
Water bottle
Tools kit (see above)
Lock
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Clothing
T-shirt
Long sleeved shirt
Sweater
Nylon windbreaker
Cycling shorts
long pants
Underwear
Socks
Shoes
Swimsuit
Towel
Sun hat
Wool had
Poncho or rain suit
Toiletries
First aid kit
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Biodegradable soap and shampoo
Toilet paper
Cooking Gear
Stove, fuel & matches
Pot & pan set
Dish & cup
Knife, fork, spoon
Food containers
Can opener
Bottle opener
Shelter
Tent
Sleeping bag
Miscellaneous
Insect repellent
Sun screen
Candles
Map
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