You always need enough gear, water and food to keep yourself safe and comfortable. What does the list look like for Bike Path, Trail or Supported Day Riding?
Overview
The requirements for gear when riding on bike paths and cycle trails is fairly straight forward.
Water and tools should go with you every time you ride. What extra things you should take depends on…
- season/weather
- how far you are going
- how isolated it is
- facilities along the way (access to water, places to buy food)
The base gear list to follow is targeted at a 1-2 hour day ride. Additions for riding in different seasons follow the basic list. For a Multi-Day Unsupported Ride… read this story
For ideas on ways to carry your gear see How to Carry Gear – Bike Path, Trail, Supported Day Riding
Choose the gear you need for the riding conditions you will be riding in.
Basic Gear List – every time you ride
A serviced, cleaned and checked bike.
A bike helmet that fits well.
Water bottle x1 or hydration bag/hip pack with 1.5L to 3L bladder.
A Tool Kit that includes a Mini Pump
Clothing
- Padded bike pants or /padded underwear and your choice of clothing that supports activity
- Bike gloves
- Base layer – a short or three quarter sleeve riding top
- Socks & closed in shoes
Additional Clothing & Gear to be Carried
- Outer layer – Waterproof/Windproof/Thermal jacket for riding – choice depends on season
- A device to capture moments and create memories and make contact with someone if required
- Snacks &/or lunch
- Any personnel medication that may be required
If you don’t have some of this gear, or would like to upgrade what you currently use, see our Stories & Support page for Bike Path Riders. This page will help direct you to the right solutions for the riding you do.
Safety Considerations (Optional)
- Bike First Aid Kit – compact (1 person in the group to carry) See First Aid and Emergencies
- Safety Vest for Visibility or any other type of visibility aids See Be visible on the bike
Seasonal Considerations (Optional)
SUMMER
- Sunscreen, sun glasses, insect repellant, lip balm
- Extra water
AUTUMN
- Mid layer – Long sleeve top
- Base layer – Merino next to your skin
- Full finger gloves
- Longer length in riding pants (3/4, capri style)
WINTER
- Extremity protection – neck warmer, head band, beanie, winter gloves
- Base layer – Long sleeve merino/thermal
- Mid layer – mid to heavy weight merino top or thermal jacket
- Lights/Visibility aids
- Full length pant or waterproof over trousers
SPRING
- Mid layer – Long sleeve top
- Outer layer – Wind protection or thermal for warmth
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