What do you take with you in your pack and on your ride? Show some pics!!
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Harvey Melvin Richards
Observer
I'm a National Mountain Bike Patroller, so I tend to carry a lot.
The pack, a Wingnut Adventure. Tons of room, which can be a problem. Also visible is the handy sternum strap whistle buckle. On the other side is a strap pouch that holds my iPhone, $, lip balm, business cards and a tethered Space Pen.
I use an older style Camelbak 100 oz bladder. I like the smaller screw top (I have both small and large tops) because I freeze my bladder and the larger tops have a large groove which gets stuck in the ice. I always use an insulated hose.
In the pack is a waterproof windbreaker with removable arms. Also Lezyne pump, Chamois Butter sample, sunscreen, compass, lighter, tube, TP,vet wrap, cravat, First Aid Kit, zip ties, leg warmers, space blanket, and arm warmers.
In the side wings and strap pouch are a tool kit with patches and small parts, tire levers, reading glasses, spare derailleur hanger, small screw driver, dog leashes, multi tool small vise grips, small adjustable wrench, Chapstick, folding saw, Leatherman multi tool, $5, business cards, lip balm, Olbas inhaler, more small parts, parachute cord, and multi purpose snot rag. Also I forgot the monocular/magnifier.
The First Aid kit has all sorts of stuff. Every time I open it I find new items, or items that I totally forgot I had.
On the tootsies I have Pearl Izumi X-Alps. I love these shoes, and will replace them with another pair.
On the melon goes a Rudy Project helmet, it's never been crashed, but it's getting old, so time to spend some bucks on a new one.
On the bike I have a Revelate frame bag. It carries the spare tube, collapsible water bowl, dog water and dog treats. It's also a great source of shade for the little black sun magnet. It also works great to thaw overly frozen bladders on those days when I run out of liquid water.
The pack, a Wingnut Adventure. Tons of room, which can be a problem. Also visible is the handy sternum strap whistle buckle. On the other side is a strap pouch that holds my iPhone, $, lip balm, business cards and a tethered Space Pen.
I use an older style Camelbak 100 oz bladder. I like the smaller screw top (I have both small and large tops) because I freeze my bladder and the larger tops have a large groove which gets stuck in the ice. I always use an insulated hose.
In the pack is a waterproof windbreaker with removable arms. Also Lezyne pump, Chamois Butter sample, sunscreen, compass, lighter, tube, TP,vet wrap, cravat, First Aid Kit, zip ties, leg warmers, space blanket, and arm warmers.
In the side wings and strap pouch are a tool kit with patches and small parts, tire levers, reading glasses, spare derailleur hanger, small screw driver, dog leashes, multi tool small vise grips, small adjustable wrench, Chapstick, folding saw, Leatherman multi tool, $5, business cards, lip balm, Olbas inhaler, more small parts, parachute cord, and multi purpose snot rag. Also I forgot the monocular/magnifier.
The First Aid kit has all sorts of stuff. Every time I open it I find new items, or items that I totally forgot I had.
On the tootsies I have Pearl Izumi X-Alps. I love these shoes, and will replace them with another pair.
On the melon goes a Rudy Project helmet, it's never been crashed, but it's getting old, so time to spend some bucks on a new one.
On the bike I have a Revelate frame bag. It carries the spare tube, collapsible water bowl, dog water and dog treats. It's also a great source of shade for the little black sun magnet. It also works great to thaw overly frozen bladders on those days when I run out of liquid water.
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jscusmcvet
Explorer
Wow! That is an awesome collection of stuff you might need.
Nothing quite so impressive and no pics, but...
I almost always ride alone, it seems (perhaps too dang slow for anyone to want to ride) so at all times riding I wear my Road ID bracelet. Mine is bright yellow and has my name and phone info for my wife, with my daughter as back up. Gives me and my wife peace of mind, as I do fall from time to time :bike_rider:
http://www.roadid.com/p/the-Wrist-ID-Sport
For my normal everyday trails, I wear a Nathan Race Vest. it is designed for endurance runners and I originally bought it because my trail runs were getting a little bit longer and more remote. It now sees double duty as my everyday bike pack.
http://www.nathansports.com/hydration/race-vests/hpl-020
I find it does not wallow around on my back like some other packs, the water system is super easy to use and the small pockets on the straps are good for cell phone, goo, etc... I would be hard pressed to go back to a regular pack. This thing disappears on my back while riding.
Standard fare inside the pack is:
Water - duh
some sort of goo or energy pack (depending on length of ride)
2 spare tubes
Crank brothers multi tool (with chain tool)
spare chain links
tire lever
Crank Bothers hand pump
Whistle
Cell phone
small first aid kit (enough supplies to stop and control bleeding, tape, Benadryl... allergies) just want to make it back to the jeep
Gerber
For longer trips (anything that is going to take me farther out into the woods than an easy walk back), I use a trusty Camelback Mule. I hate the camelback water system, but it does the job.
I add to the above list: (modified depending on location/time of year, etc...)
lightweight rain shell/rain hat
extra socks
food
firearm/supplies
Maglite
paracord
Tylenol
Firestarter
Map - Many times not a real good one, but can at least help make use of the...
Compass (can't help it... old enough to have learned before GPS existed)
John
Nothing quite so impressive and no pics, but...
I almost always ride alone, it seems (perhaps too dang slow for anyone to want to ride) so at all times riding I wear my Road ID bracelet. Mine is bright yellow and has my name and phone info for my wife, with my daughter as back up. Gives me and my wife peace of mind, as I do fall from time to time :bike_rider:
http://www.roadid.com/p/the-Wrist-ID-Sport
For my normal everyday trails, I wear a Nathan Race Vest. it is designed for endurance runners and I originally bought it because my trail runs were getting a little bit longer and more remote. It now sees double duty as my everyday bike pack.
http://www.nathansports.com/hydration/race-vests/hpl-020
I find it does not wallow around on my back like some other packs, the water system is super easy to use and the small pockets on the straps are good for cell phone, goo, etc... I would be hard pressed to go back to a regular pack. This thing disappears on my back while riding.
Standard fare inside the pack is:
Water - duh
some sort of goo or energy pack (depending on length of ride)
2 spare tubes
Crank brothers multi tool (with chain tool)
spare chain links
tire lever
Crank Bothers hand pump
Whistle
Cell phone
small first aid kit (enough supplies to stop and control bleeding, tape, Benadryl... allergies) just want to make it back to the jeep
Gerber
For longer trips (anything that is going to take me farther out into the woods than an easy walk back), I use a trusty Camelback Mule. I hate the camelback water system, but it does the job.
I add to the above list: (modified depending on location/time of year, etc...)
lightweight rain shell/rain hat
extra socks
food
firearm/supplies
Maglite
paracord
Tylenol
Firestarter
Map - Many times not a real good one, but can at least help make use of the...
Compass (can't help it... old enough to have learned before GPS existed)
John
Harvey Melvin Richards
Observer
You might not say that if you were carrying all of it yourself.
I've been carrying a compass for 40 years, I still haven't ever really needed it.
jscusmcvet
Explorer
Both of these gave me a good chuckle. You are right, I would be crushed under all that, but I would be happy to ride with you if I needed any of it
And you are also right about the compass. I have never been in a situation to use it. I figure that is primarily because I have it. The day I leave it home (or the one in my jeep for that matter) is the day I will need it. Don't know about you but that is truth for me. Guarantee it.
Thanks for the laugh.
John
p nut
butter
Not sure why I never invested in a multi-tool. I've got 4 allen wrenches (4, 5, 6, 8), pump, patch kit, tube, chain tool, extra links, presta/shrader adapter, and spoke wrench. Pretty basic stuff. This is for local trails. Obviously, I would pack much more if I were to do any sort of extended bikepacking trips out in the middle of nowhere.
Harvey Melvin Richards
Observer
I hate multi-tools, but I carry one. Even the simplest fastener can be a real headache with one. It still beats carry a bunch of hex wrenches as long as there isn't a wrenching race.