What do you carry in your back pack
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Out of interest..
I have a pump, plugs as I run tubeless, tool kit (basic one).
Got loads of bits at home and often wonder if I'm missing something to take whilst out on a ride.
Basic bits at home are chain tool (measuring for any stretch), sealant spray for for forks and seat..
What essentials do you carry / have ?
I have a pump, plugs as I run tubeless, tool kit (basic one).
Got loads of bits at home and often wonder if I'm missing something to take whilst out on a ride.
Basic bits at home are chain tool (measuring for any stretch), sealant spray for for forks and seat..
What essentials do you carry / have ?
I have all of the above on the bike with a OneUp EDC pump which has pump, tools, chain link, tyre plugs, pliers, levers etc. Great bit of kit and means I can go shorter rides with just a bottle of water on the bike rather than a backpack. I've squeezed in a tick remover too just in case.
The only other thing I carry is a spare tube even though I run tubeless. That's currently taking up the entirety of a tool bottle but I plan to replace with a small frame bag.
I used to carry all this stuff on my back but having it on the bike is much more comfortable for me.
The only other thing I carry is a spare tube even though I run tubeless. That's currently taking up the entirety of a tool bottle but I plan to replace with a small frame bag.
I used to carry all this stuff on my back but having it on the bike is much more comfortable for me.
The kitchen sink !
Other than water, I've got a basic first aid kit including a silver blanket, and aspirin (for heart attacks). Emergency snacks. Keys. Tube, spare quick link, patch kit (I'm not tubeless), assorted random tools, chamois cream, a whistle... usually a spare jumper/tshirt/gloves.... phone.... emergency £20....
It's a wonder I can cycle up any hills
Other than water, I've got a basic first aid kit including a silver blanket, and aspirin (for heart attacks). Emergency snacks. Keys. Tube, spare quick link, patch kit (I'm not tubeless), assorted random tools, chamois cream, a whistle... usually a spare jumper/tshirt/gloves.... phone.... emergency £20....
It's a wonder I can cycle up any hills

Ok I’m feeling a little inadequate now that people are talking about first aid kits.
But I have three bags attached to my EMTB all carried over from previous bikes over the years.
One under the seat that has metal tyre levers and a tube repair kit.
One under cross bar that has a multi tool and Allen keys as well as an inflator with three spare gas cylinders and a couple of schraeder valve converters.
One on the handlebars for my my phone so I can see maps when riding forest trails and where I keep the keys to the locks in case we stop anywhere on route.
I also have a lock coiled around the handlebar stem, a bottle rack and a small manual pump bolted to the same mount.
I do occasionally carry a backpack, but only if I know the weather may change and I need somewhere to put the extra layers.
But I have three bags attached to my EMTB all carried over from previous bikes over the years.
One under the seat that has metal tyre levers and a tube repair kit.
One under cross bar that has a multi tool and Allen keys as well as an inflator with three spare gas cylinders and a couple of schraeder valve converters.
One on the handlebars for my my phone so I can see maps when riding forest trails and where I keep the keys to the locks in case we stop anywhere on route.
I also have a lock coiled around the handlebar stem, a bottle rack and a small manual pump bolted to the same mount.
I do occasionally carry a backpack, but only if I know the weather may change and I need somewhere to put the extra layers.
I have hyperhidrosis so a backpack is a non-starter, it just gets way too sweaty with one.
So I use the internal frame storage for a c02 inflator, tyre levers, tubeless plug kit and a top bag to hold my phone and food / gels.
The bike also came with a frame bag which is massive, I could fit a spare tube, first aid kit, electrolyte tabs and a bag of haribo in there no problem. Saving that for a century ride next year though.
So I use the internal frame storage for a c02 inflator, tyre levers, tubeless plug kit and a top bag to hold my phone and food / gels.
The bike also came with a frame bag which is massive, I could fit a spare tube, first aid kit, electrolyte tabs and a bag of haribo in there no problem. Saving that for a century ride next year though.
Camelbak for longer rides; hydration bladder, waterproof jacket, pump, multi-tool that has levers, patches, plugs cables ties, sealant pouch and my phone.
Short rides, fidlock bottle on frame and a evoc hip bag for a few essentials. Pump, patches, plugs, multi-tool, sealant and phone.
Don't carry a tube anymore.
Short rides, fidlock bottle on frame and a evoc hip bag for a few essentials. Pump, patches, plugs, multi-tool, sealant and phone.
Don't carry a tube anymore.
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