Horn/Bell

Rearview mirror

Bungee cords or straps

Rear pannier carrier

Front pannier carrier

Rear pannier bags

Front pannier bags

Handlebar bag

Pump

Lock and cable

Toe clips

Water bottles (1-3)

Lights

Reflectors

Small screwdriver

Pliers

Tire irons (2 or 3)

Spoke wrench

Freewheel tool (to fit your freewheel)

Six-inch crescent wrench

Any special tools for your bike (Allen, Camoag, etc.)

Spare tire

Spare tube

Tube patch kit

Gear and brake cables (rear)

Spokes (6) to fit your rim

Bicycle grease

Chain lube

Nuts and bolts

Tent with rainfly

Sleeping bag

Foam pad

Food

Stove and matches

Fuel bottle and fuel

Cooking pot

Can opener

Eating utensils

Plate and cup

Bandaids

Large gauge pads

First aid cream

Roll of gauze

Lip balm

Matches

Soap

Aspirin

Tweezers

35 cents for phone call

Cycling shorts (1-2 pair)

1 pair long pants

1 long-sleeve shirt

2 short-sleeve shirts

2-3 pairs underwear

2-3 pairs socks

Wool sweater

Rain gear

Bathing suit

Windbreaker

Helmet

Cycling shoes

Spare shoes

Cycling gloves

Warm gloves or mittens

Wool hat

Towel

Ditty bag/toilet articles

Sunglasses

Pocket Knife

Maps

Extra food and water

Flashlight

First aid kit (see detailed list)

Compass

Clothing (enough to survive possible adverse conditions)

Waterproof matches

Fire starter

Litter bag

Hat

Sun screen lotion

Insect repellent

Sewing kit

Nylon cord (25 foot)

Camera and film

Toilet paper

Bandanas

Talcum powder (for saddle sores and flat tires)

Rucksack (for camp use)

High-energy snacks

Obey all road signs and traffic laws

Don't ride at night without good headlights, taillights, and reflectors

Keep brakes in good working condition

Always signal your turns

Always ride with the traffic, not against the traffic

Give everyone the right of way at intersections, wait for your turn like a car

Plan your route in advance and in detail

Adjust your seat and handlebars for comfort and efficiency

Travel light

Ride single file

Ride to the right side of the lane or or the shoulder