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Horn/Bell
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Rearview mirror
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Bungee cords or straps
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Rear pannier carrier
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Front pannier carrier
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Rear pannier bags
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Front pannier bags
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Handlebar bag
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Pump
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Lock and cable
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Toe clips
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Water bottles (1-3)
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Lights
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Reflectors
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Small screwdriver
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Pliers
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Tire irons (2 or 3)
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Spoke wrench
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Freewheel tool (to fit your freewheel)
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Six-inch crescent wrench
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Any special tools for your bike (Allen, Camoag, etc.)
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Spare tire
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Spare tube
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Tube patch kit
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Gear and brake cables (rear)
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Spokes (6) to fit your rim
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Bicycle grease
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Chain lube
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Nuts and bolts
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| Additional Equipment for Overnight Trips
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Tent with rainfly
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Sleeping bag
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Foam pad
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Food
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Stove and matches
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Fuel bottle and fuel
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Cooking pot
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Can opener
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Eating utensils
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Plate and cup
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Bandaids
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Large gauge pads
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First aid cream
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Roll of gauze
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Lip balm
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Matches
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Soap
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Aspirin
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Tweezers
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35 cents for phone call
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Cycling shorts (1-2 pair)
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1 pair long pants
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1 long-sleeve shirt
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2 short-sleeve shirts
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2-3 pairs underwear
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2-3 pairs socks
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Wool sweater
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Rain gear
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Bathing suit
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Windbreaker
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Helmet
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Cycling shoes
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Spare shoes
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Cycling gloves
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Warm gloves or mittens
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Wool hat
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Towel
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Ditty bag/toilet articles
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Sunglasses
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Pocket Knife
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Maps
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Extra food and water
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Flashlight
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First aid kit (see detailed list)
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Compass
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Clothing (enough to survive possible adverse conditions)
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Waterproof matches
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Fire starter
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Litter bag
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Hat
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Sun screen lotion
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Insect repellent
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Sewing kit
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Nylon cord (25 foot)
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Camera and film
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Toilet paper
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Bandanas
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Talcum powder (for saddle sores and flat tires)
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Rucksack (for camp use)
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High-energy snacks
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Obey all road signs and traffic laws
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Don't ride at night without good headlights, taillights, and reflectors
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Keep brakes in good working condition
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Always signal your turns
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Always ride with the traffic, not against the traffic
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Give everyone the right of way at intersections, wait for your turn like a car
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Plan your route in advance and in detail
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Adjust your seat and handlebars for comfort and efficiency
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Travel light
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Ride single file
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Ride to the right side of the lane or or the shoulder
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