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Fox
02-09-2004, 11:55 AM
I want to take a tour of 1 month and I'm wondering if someone can help with creating a checklist so I don't forget anything important. Thanks

Shark
02-25-2004, 02:01 PM
i usually use a list this

sleeping gear

bivy sack
mattress
long underwear
camping pillow
alarm clock

protective clothing
rain pants
rain jacket
gloves

clothing
clean socks
clean shirt
sandals

miscellaneous
train ticket
bottle caps
sunglasses
digital camera

bath kit
sunblock
tooth paste
tooth brush
soap
towel
vit. c
cortisone cream
Lamisil
ibuprofen
bug spray

map kit
maps
map measure
hiliters

safety gear
first aid kit
tool kit
emergency blanket
bike lock/keys
helmet

Food
cook kit
ass bars
syrup
squeeze Parkay
pancake mix
pb&j sandwiches

Mad Dog
02-25-2004, 02:09 PM
Hope the following cycler's checklist will help to plan your next bicycle tour. Not all items listed will be needed on every trip. Pack only what you need and leave the rest at home. Remember, you've got to carry what you pack.

Bicycle Touring

Bicycle Gear

Bicycle (either road or mountain bike depending on whether tour is on pavement or dirt roads)
Two water bottles and carriers
Rear pannier carrier and bags
Front pannier carrier and bags
Handlebar bag
Front light with spare batteries and bulb
Flashing rear safety light
Security lock
Pump
Extra straps or bungee cords to secure gear
Tools

Compact screwdrivers to fit bike
Allen wrenches to fit bike parts
Tire irons
Spoke wrench
Freewheel tool (be sure it fits your freewheel)
Six-inch crescent wrench
Spare tire
Spare tube
Tube patch kit
Spare gear and brake cables
6 spokes to fit your rims
Chain lube
Small tube bike grease
Small selection of spare nuts and bolts to fit bike part
First Aid

Antibiotics
Antiseptics
Tylenol
Benadryl
Tincture of Benzoin
Sterile gauze pads
Roller gauze
Nonadherent dressing
One-inch adhesive tape
Steristrips
Ace wrap
Large compress
Moleskin
Second Skin
Tweezers
Bandage scissors
Irrigation syringe
Low-reading thermometer
SAM splint
Space blanket
Talcum powder for saddle sores and for flat tires -- dusting the tube before placing it
Pencil and emergency report form
Emergency Phone Numbers and money for a phone call
Clothing

Bike helmet -- if you have a brain, protect it!
Long underwear (lightweight tops and bottoms. Synthetic is best or wool / synthetic/cotton blend)
Cycling shorts -- I prefer the baggie outers with pockets to the tight Lycra geek look
Cycling socks (two to three pairs--I like those made by ThorLo)
One pair long pants
T-shirt (cotton / synthetic blend such as those made by Sierra Designs or Patagonia or synthetic such as Tekware by The North Face)
Fleece, Polartec or wool sweater
Bathing suit
Insulated hat
Fleece or Polartec jacket
Cycling gloves
Rain suit (jacket and pants)
Warm gloves for around camp
Windbreaker
Cycling shoes
Camp / hiking shoes
Personal

Quick drying towel
Soap and shampoo
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Hair brush
Personal medications
Feminine hygiene women only
Lip balm
Compact mirror
Camping Gear

Compact tent with rainfly
Sleeping bag and pad
Backpacking stove and fuel (butane is typically the most compact and easiest to use)
Cooking pot
Cup, plate and eating utensils
Can opener
Miscellaneous

Wrap-style sunglasses
Multi-tool knife
Waterproofed maps
Mini flashlight
Compass
Waterproof matches
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Daypack for side trips off the bike
Hat
Nylon cord
Sewing kit
Bandana
Toilet paper
High energy snacks
Camera and film