What to pack and how to pack it

Our recommended packing list, plus a video of how we pack our bikes. Feel free to mix it up depending on your needs! If you have any questions or are missing something don’t hesitate to contact us and we can help.

B I K E  G E A R

☐ Bike (we recommend a gravel bike or road bike - e-bikes welcome! )

Many participants have chose to rent e-bikes for this trip. Please reach out if this is something you would be interested in.

☐ Helmet

☐ Bike shoes (Tennis shoes or bike shoes)

☐ Camelbak or water reservoir backpack/hip pack (to hold some snacks, water, and maybe a layer or two)*

☐ 1-2 one liter Smartwater (or other brand) water bottles (carries more volume than standard bike water bottles and fit in bottle cage)*

(*ensure you have ability to carry 1.5 liters of water minimum)

C L O T H E S

Can do laundry at the Air BNB - helps keep the packing light! This includes your riding outfit for the first day.

☐ 2 Pair padded bike shorts

☐ 2 Short sleeve wicking top

☐ 1 Long sleeve wicking top

☐ 1 Bike baggy shorts (if desired)

☐ Bike gloves

☐ Rain jacket

☐ Puffy coat for evenings

☐ 2-3 Sports bras

☐ 2-3 Pairs bike socks

☐ 2-3 Pair underwear

☐ Post-ride clothes to wear around the house

☐ Pajamas

☐ Post-ride shoes/shoes to wear at hot springs (tevas, crocs, light sandals, etc.)

☐ Bathing suit for hot springs/hot tub

☐ Weatherproof gloves*

☐ Hat/buff*

*September in the Colorado Rockies can bring cold weather! Non-cotton warm layers are essential.

B I K E  T O O L K I T

If you need help getting this gear your local bike shop can be very helpful!

☐ Spare tube to fit your wheel size

☐ Patch kit

☐ Compact pump or two CO2 cartridges and valve

☐ Tire levers

☐ Multitool

☐ Quick link for chain

☐ 5 zip ties

☐ Small amount of duct tape

☐ 2-4 Voile straps

O T H E R

☐ Sunglasses

☐ Toothbrush (travel size)

☐ Toothpaste (travel size)

☐ Deodorant (travel size)

☐ Shampoo/Conditioner (travel size)

☐ Sunscreen (travel size)

☐ Bug spray

☐ Hair tie

☐ Lip balm

☐ Ibuprofen/other needed medications

☐ Tampons/cup/etc. if needed

☐ “Luxury Item” ideas (if you have the space): hammock, kindle/book, bluetooth speaker, etc.