Our Gear?

The following list is a combination of what we both brought (i.e. a balance of both our tastes and everything one person would need to go on a self-supported, outdoor camping tour).

Note: All items in bold were either indispensable or surprisingly useful.

While you can travel with less, we definitely wouldn't recommend carrying any more.

Bicycling Gear

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- Camel Bak Water Pack
- Bungee Cords - Different Lengths (4)
- Bicycle Computer (Odometer/Spedometer)
- Pump - Frame Mounted
- Water Bottles (2)
- Sunglasses and Case
- Bicycle (not in picture)
- Combination Cable Lock
- Bike Light (Front and Back)
- Bike Rack (not in picture)
- Side Mirror
- Full Fenders (not in picture)
- B-O-B Trailer and Bag
- Helmet

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Camping Gear

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- Sleeping Pad (Therma-Rest makes a good one)
- Sleeping Bag (Make Sure It's Warm Enough)
- Sleeping Bag Liner (For When It's Too Warm or Too Cold)
- Nylon Rope (For Hanging Food)
- Multi-Sized Stuff Sacks (For Organizing Gear)
- Tent and Ground Tarp
- Tent Pole Splint
- Miniature Pillow
- Ear Plugs
- Quick Dry Towel
- LED Headlamp

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Clothing

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- Quick Dry Pants/Shorts
- Rain Jacket
- Rain Pants
- Wool Hat
- Fleece Jacket
- Long Underwear Tops & Bottoms
- T-Shirt (1)
- Riding Jerseys (2)
- Bike Shorts (2)
- Wool Socks (1)
- Biking Socks (3)
- Underwear (1!)
- Tennis Shoes
- Bike Shoes (with Cleats)
- Flip Flops
- Warm Gloves
- Bike Gloves
- Reflective Vest (thanks Mom!)

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Tools/Spare Parts

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- Leatherman Multi-tool
- Bicycle Multi-Tool
- Grease Rag
- Chain Lube
- Inner Tubes (4)
- B-O-B Tubes (2)
- Patch Kits (2)
- Extra Patches and Glue
- Tire Boot
- Tire Levers (3)
- Sewing Kit
- Pedal Wrench (15mm)
- Spoke Wrench
- Extra Spokes and Nipples (4)
- Spare Brake Pads
- Spare B-O-B Pin
- Extra Chain Links
- Derailleur Cables (2)
- Brake Cables (2)
- Duct Tape
- Zip Ties (5)
- Tool Carrying Case
- Electrical Tape
- Spare Tire

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Cooking

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- MSR Whisperlite Stove
- White Gas (2 Large Bottles)
- Spice Kit (Italian, Cumin, Salt, Sugar, Pepper, Creole Seasoning, Basil)
- Hot Sauce (Tapatio)
- Vegetable Oil
- Scrub Pad
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Medium Pot
- Frying Pan
- Spatula
- Chop Sticks
- Flexible Cutting Board
- Cook Rag
- 1 Lb. Espresso Maker (Thanks Peace Coffee!)

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Miscellaneous

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- Shoulder Bag
- Dry Sack (For Electronics)
- Extra Ziplocs (Different Sizes)
- Map (Surprisingly Useful)
- Cell Phone
- Heavy Duty Trash Bags (To Waterproof Everything!)
- Watch (With Alarm)
- Pepper Spray (For Dogs)

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Just For Fun

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Food Staples

- Oatmeal
- Brown Sugar
- Ramen (2 Packs)
- Instant Mashed Potatoes
- Multi-Vitamins
- Peanut Butter
- Tortillas
- Honey
- Fig Bars
- Pasta and Sauce
- Dry Soups
- Cheese
- Bananas
- Ginger Snaps
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First Aid/Toiletries

Baby Powder
Hydrocortisone Cream
Hand Sanitizer
Toilet Paper
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen
Biodegradable Soap
Band-Aids
Antibiotic Cream
Tweezers
Nail Clippers
Contact Lens Solution
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Floss
Gauze Pads
Pepto Bismol
Emergen-C (Electrolytes)

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