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BASIC KIT: FOR ENDURANCE & LONG-DAY RIDES

~ Minimum Kit List ~
This may look like a lot of gear to be lugging around on a ride and on many cases you won’t need all of it. However if something does happen to you or your bike in a remote spot, you’ll be equipped to deal with most situations or at least stay safe and warm until help arrives.
• Medium/Large rucksack - hydration pack.
• Lightweight waterproof/windproof/gloves/helmet.
• Extra thermal top or warm layer to wear if stopped.
• 2 litre of water either in a bladder or water bottles.
• Food to last you for the duration of the ride.
Example energy bars, gels, wine gums, malt loaf or chocolate.
• A good pump (or air canisters)
• Tyre levers
• 2 spare inner tubes
• Puncture repair kit( or sticky patches)
• Chain splitter
• Allen key set
• Spoke key
• First aid kit/survival blanket/maps/whistle.
• Mobile phone/money for pay-phone/phone number of the Event HQ/friends.'Big enough for a long ride'
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BASIC KIT: FOR A SHORT-DAY RIDES

~ Minimum Kit List ~
In many cases you won’t need all of this stuff, however if something does happen to you or the bike in a remote spot, you’ll be equipped to deal with most situations or at least stay safe warm until help arrives.
• Small rucksack / hydration pack
• Lightweight waterproof / windproof top
• Extra thermal top or warm layer to wear if stopped.
• 1-2 litres of water either in a bladder or water bottles
• Food to last you the duration of the ride
for example energy bars, gels, wine gums, chocolate or malt loaf.
• A good pump (mini will fit better)
• Tyre levers
• Spare inner tubes
• Puncture repair kit (or sticky patches)
• Chain splitter
• Allen key set
• Spoke key
• First aid kit/survival blanket (a couple of plasters)
• Mobile phone (charged) / money for pay-phone.

~ Kit List For A Night Ride ~
• Sufficient lights for off road night riding with burn time in between 3-5 hours (depending on your abilities and should easily cover the duration of a 50km night ride.
• Rear light (keep it visible)
• Backup light/head touch/reflective ware.'Small enough for a short ride'
THINKING AHED TIPS:
  When you’re out riding in the hills, the weather can change rapidly at any time of year and being prepared for wind and rain or cold conditions with the gear that you carry will make your ride much more enjoyable. (we know)
Even on a summer’s day, it’s possible to get cold very quickly if you have to stop to fix a mechanical problem or become injured so always carry a waterproof / windproof jacket or thermal top and dress in layers appropriate to the conditions.
• Maintain your bike so that it doesn’t let you down when you’re at the furthest point from home.
• As a MINIMUM carry the tools listed above and more importantly, know how to use them.
• If possible cycle in a group so that if someone does hurt himself or herself there are enough people to stay with the injured person whilst others go for help.
• If you are riding on your own, let someone know where you are going and when you expect to be back.
• Carrying a basic first aid kit and survival blanket is a very good idea, not just for races when it’s on the compulsory kit list!.
• Unless you are VERY familiar with the area where you are cycling, carry a map and compass in clear plastic bag.
– Again know how to use them!
• Keep eating and drinking regularly to keep your energy levels up so that you can complete the ride.
• Be able to recognise the symptoms of dehydration and hitting the wall and act accordingly. (Trailside first aid)
This may sound like a lot of gear to be lugging around on a ride and on many cases you won’t need all of it. However if something does happen to you or your bike in a remote spot, you’ll be equipped to deal with most situations or at least stay safe and warm until help arrives.
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