Hi everyone! In two days I'm going to do my first Bikepacking adventure: not too far from home (about 40kms). Do you have any advice? Especially on water, there will be no water source along the route (there will be where I'll sleep), but I have no idea where to store it: now I'm carrying 2.75l but I'm not too sure for the .5 bottle on the back…
Yes, I'll add one more strap to the front sacks!
I mostly used paracord for two reasons:
- I don't have a lot of straps đ
- Knots are fun!
Do you usually pump your tires at hither psi? I'm carrying around 7kgs of gear and food (except water) and I'm 75kg.
I will use a military poncho, is it a good choice (shouldn't rain) or do you prefer a hardshell?
I made a MYOG frame bag, but I don't think I'll use it since I have no idea where to store the water thenđ
Every advice/critique is welcome!
by SignificanceNew3806
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Congrats on getting out there!
Hard to give too much of an informed opinion without knowing what youâre cycling. 40km of singletrack would be very different to 40km of road or even gravel roads. Same goes for temperature.
I ride with a hard shell personally but havenât tried the poncho route. Have to imagine that in rough conditions that water would come in through the looser openings, but thatâs just me guessing.
Taking a âdown the middleâ assumption on those things, that sounds like plenty of water for 40km.
As long as youâve got the essentials, donât sweat every thing – just enjoy the ride and adjust for next time!