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Registered: Dec 2008 |
 Posted January 16th, 2009 12:28 PM IP    
Other than the usual:
1. Helmet DOT approved
2. Gloves - Full fingered
3. Goggles
4. Jacket - for current weather conditions - layers
5. Motorcycle Pants- Comfortable with gear on
6. Rain gear layer tops and bottoms - good for wind too
7. Ear plugs if desired
8. Jersey
9. Chest Protector
10. Motorcycle Boots- comfortable and sturdy
11. Knee guards
12. Elbow Guards
13. Wallet with Drivers license with Motorcycle endorsement if on road, insurance and emergency information, if on tour you will need hotel and your guide's information as well
14. Insurance and registration for bike
15. Map or maps of area-----GPS
16. Cell phone
Back pack:
1. Water - plan ahead to drink plenty of water so in demanding or high elevation you are hydrated
2. Snacks- bring some good snacks incase that ride takes longer than expected
3. First aid kit-
4. Medications as well as Advil
5. Flash light or head lamp
6. Bicycle taillight in case your bike's taillight burns out.
7. Multi tool with pocket knife
8. Duck tape
9. Safety wire
10. Zip ties
11. Tire repair kit or tube and tire irons
12. Sunscreen
13. JB weld for on trail repairs
14. Camera, batteries - optional
15. Lighter
16. Walkie Talkie - optional
Some people (Guides) use a fanny pack for extensive bike repair capabilities.
What else do you bring??
Speed up and you will go faster!
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