WHAT TO PACK ON A MULTI-DAY BICYCLE TRIP?

CHECKLIST 7 LAKES ROAD & CARRETERA AUSTRAL

WHAT TO PACK ON A MULTI-DAY BICYCLE TRIP?

CHECKLIST 7 LAKES ROAD & CARRETERA AUSTRAL

Self-suported bikepacking through the 7 Lakes Road & Carretera Austral

The list of things you should take to a biketouring expedition depends on the length of the trip, the type of circuit and the climate of the area you are going to travel. There are some elements that you cannot miss. Here we share you a list of clothing, cooking items, personal effects and camping gear that you should bring to have a pleasant trip.

CLOTHING

  • Sunglasses
  • Padded cycling shorts
  • Long-sleeved or thermal synthetic shirt
  • Lightweight and compactable down jacket
  • Micro fleece jacket
  • Sports or outdoor pants
  • Synthetic underwear
  • “Crocs” or sandals
  • Hydration bag (camelback)
  • Cycling gloves
  • Quick dry t-shirt
  • Waterproof windbreaker
  • Swimwear
  • Outdoor Shorts
  • Cycling socks
  • Light trekking shoes
  • Small backpack (max 20 lts)

COOKING ITEMS

  • Metallic mug
  • Metallic or plastic plate
  • Lighter
  • Small rag or napkin
  • Plastic cup
  • Butane gas stove (available for rent)
  • Knife, fork, spoon
  • Aluminum pan
  • Penknife

HYGIENE AND PERSONAL ITEMS

  • Power bank (charged 100%)
  • Plastic / nylon bags (useful in case of rain)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Sunscreen, lip protector
  • First aid kit – Painkillers
  • Microfiber towel
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Cash, iD, Passport, medical insurance
  • Toilet paper, wet wipes

CAMPING ITEMS

  • Waterproof igloo tent (available for rent)
  • Sleeping bag (available for rent)
  • Camping mat (available for rent)
  • Flashlight (charged 100%)

CYCLING ACCESSORIES

  • Allem Multi-Tool
  • Bike helmet
  • Multi-valve hand pump
  • Water bottle
  • Spare tubes
  • Chain tool and spare links
  • Cable lock
  • Repair kit
  • Phone case
  • Luggage rack
  • Front and rear bike lights
  • Waterproof pannier set – Ideal for most routes
  • Bikepacking Kit – For difficult circuits
  • Trailer for cycle tourism – For paved or consolidated gravel routes

NAVIGATION AND GPS

  • Map of the area you are going to explore
  • GPS navigation application on your cell phone
  • Detailed information about the route you are going to travel
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