After an 8 year wait, I've finally pulled the trigger on riding the TAT and I couldn't be more excited (and terrified!) This will be my first tour and I could use some experienced eyes on my packlist to make sure Im not missing anything and/or bringing too much gear. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
I'll be riding westbound from Yorktown, VA starting May 15th. My bike is a Masi Giramondo with several modifications. I've added full fenders, Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires, and my trusty Brooks B17 saddle. I'll have two rear panniers, a saddle bag, top tube bag, and possibly a handlebar bag as well depending on available space.
I'll be camping and/or using WarmShowers as much as possible – I don't really plan on staying in hotels all that often.
What would you add or remove?
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The Basics
- Tail Light (USB Rechargeable)
- Front Light (USB Rechargeable)
- Bike Lock
- Helmet
Shelter & Sleep System
- Tent (includes stakes & footprint)
- Drybag (for tent storage)
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping Bag Liner
- Sleeping Pad
- Pillow
- Headlamp
- Foam Sitting Pad
- Eye Mask
- Ear Plugs
- Hammock (Optional)
Electronics & Navigation
- Bluetooth earbuds
- Solar power bank
- Bluetooth speaker
- Phone
- Maps
- USB Wall Charger
- Charging Cables
- Apple AirTag
- Phone Tripod Mount
Clothing
- Pearl Izumi X-Alp Summit Clipless MTB Shoes
- Merino wool ankle socks (x3)
- Merino wool crew socks (x1)
- Padded cycling shorts (x2)
- Hi viz cycling jersey (short sleeved) (x2)
- Arc'teryx Insulated Hoody
- Polyester Fleece
- Base Layer Thermal Tights
- Gaiter (x2)
- Warm cycling gloves
- Fingerless padded cycling gloves
- Rain Jacket
- Bathing Suit (Optional)
- Underwear (x1)
- Athletic shorts (quick dry) (x1)
- Dri Fit tee shirt (x1)
- Sweatpants
- Flip Flops
- Waist pack / wallet
- Baseball cap
- Sunglasses (cheap polarized)
Kitchen & Cookware
- Pocket Knife
- Jet Boil Backpacking stove
- MSR IsoPro Fuel Canister – 16 oz. / 450 g
- Dish Soap
- Dish Scraper
- Waterbottle 24 oz
- Nalgene 48oz
- Small Water Bottle 12oz
Tools & Safety
- First Aid Kit (includes antihistamines and bandaids)
- Pepper Spray
- Rearview mirror
- Short Bungee Straps
- Presta to Schrader valve adapters x2
- Multi Tool (with can opener)
- Tire Levers
- Air Pump
- Electrical & Gaffer Tape
- Cycling Multi Tool
- Spare Tubes x2
- Spare Brake / Shifter Cable
- Zip Ties
- Chain Lube
- Rags (to clean chain)
- Paracord (50 ft)
- Lighter
- Extra pedal clips
- Carabiner (x2)
- Helmet mounted mirror
Toiletries & Personal Items
- Rx Medications
- Nail Clippers
- Chapstick
- Sunscreen
- Eyedrops
- Lotion
- Dr Bronner's Soap / Shower Gel
- Collapsable Laundry/Grocery Bag
- Sunglasses
- Toilet Paper
- Baby Wipes
- Fast Drying Camp Towel
- Deodorant
- Toenail clipper
- Razor
- Exfoliating Glove / Washcloth
- Chamois Butter
- Ibuprofen
- Toothbrush / Toothpaste
- Pocket Comb
- Sink Plug (for laundry in gas stations, camp sites, etc.)
- Pen / Sharpie
- Journal / Notepad
by Olds77421