This is a list of the things I want to remember to pack and take with me when I go to Colorado in June and August. It is a compilation of my own lists, lists from The Sherpa Packer, and the BAK packing list. It could be modified for any length supported bike tour, or be a jumping off point for a self-supported ride.
Things you need during the day:
-bike
-water bottle
-camelbak hydration/backpack
-bike shoes
-helmet
-gloves
-sunglasses/assorted lenses
-skullcap/halo headband
-spare tube, tire levers, pump
-patch kit, CO2 cartridges, inflator
-GU gel, powerbars
-sunblock, lip balm
-bike shorts
-jerseys
-socks
-arm warmers
-leg warmers
-windbreaker
-vest
-long-fingered gloves
-balaclava
-tights
-rain pants
-rain coat
-cell phone
-camera
-credit card, ATM card, cash
-small bags to keep camera & cash dry
-toe covers & helmet cover
Things you need in the evening:
-tent, poles, stakes, ground cloth
-sleeping pad
-sleeping bag
-pillow
-headlamp/flashlight
-extra batteries
-first aid kit; muscle rub, moleskin, bandages
-medications; prescriptions, vitamins, ibuprofen
-bug protection
-wash cloth/pouf, soap, shampoo
-deodorant
-toothbrush/toothpaste/floss
-comb
-Q-tips
-long pants
-shorts
-cap
-swim trunks
-t-shirts
-fleece jacket
-underwear
-socks
-sandals
-long underwear
-fleece pants, shirt
-stocking cap
-moist wipes
-hand sanitizer
-facial tissue
-duffel bags
-Ziploc bags
-trash bags
-pen & notebook
-reading material
-phone & camera battery re-chargers
-powerstrip
