Basic Cycling Essentials

• Helmet (ANSI and/or Snell approved) – don’t leave home without it

• Water bottle(s) in cage(s)

• Tire pump

• Compact first aid kit

• Detailed map of the area

• Lights and reflectors (for night riding)

• Gloves

• Lock

• Spare tube, patch kit, tire levers

• Tools specific to your bike

• Change for a phone call

• Energy replacement food

• Bell – civilized way to announce your presence

• Pants clips – help keep clothes grease-free

• Rain gear – waterproof jacket and pants

• Fenders – cheap solution to avoid spray from wet tires

• Baskets, racks, panniers – to hold work clothes, groceries, books,

• packages, etc.

• Coffee carrier – for the caffeine-dependent