hi all im just returning to bikes after a long 15 yr lay due to a car hitting me on the bike ,,get out while ya can attitude but decided i need to get out again ..anyway bought the new bike shoes etc ,now what should i carry with me on a longish ride tubes ?levers ???????? cheers in advance
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I carry 2x tubes, levers, Bike tool, bit of an old tyre (in case tyre on bike gets a large hole), puncture repair kit and for some reason a couple of cable ties, Phone, keys money and a montane featherlight rain jacket. All of this somehow gets into a specialised saddle bag. If no rain forecast and its a bit chilly Montane Jacket gets swapped for arm & leg warmers.
Don't forget water and food if you are really going long.
I should carry a chain link and tool as well but I don't
Don't forget water and food if you are really going long.
I should carry a chain link and tool as well but I don't
rb58
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A pump and some CO2 as well....
Ethan
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I take a spare inner, 3 leavers, multitool, money (always have at least £10 on me.) mini pump (spesh one - Really good! Says it can manage 90psi, but I've got it to 120 without getting cramp to badly) and couple of cola cubes in case I need something to munch on - All of this lives in my saddle bag, leaving just enough room for my keys and phone (though I don't put my phone in there - Don't want it scratched!)
I don't bother with puncture repair kits. Fix it when I get home.
I normally have another inner tube living in my seat post, but I had to use it
I think I will start carrying a bit of old tire in case I get a massive cash too.
Other than that, I don't see what else you need.
Obviously need some water and food depending on how far/fast your riding, and enough clothes to keep warm - but I like to think Im covered for most emergencies (other than a chain coming apart - Then Im buggered.)
I don't bother with puncture repair kits. Fix it when I get home.
I normally have another inner tube living in my seat post, but I had to use it
I think I will start carrying a bit of old tire in case I get a massive cash too.
Other than that, I don't see what else you need.
Obviously need some water and food depending on how far/fast your riding, and enough clothes to keep warm - but I like to think Im covered for most emergencies (other than a chain coming apart - Then Im buggered.)
