See Jobst's tours under the section for Europe of the Trento Bike Pages

Bicycle Tour Checklist


This packing list for long tours has been kindly provided by Jobst Brandt (jbrandt@hpl.hp.com) on Fri, 13 Jan 95 8:16:08 PST. Updated on Fri, April 23, 1998

CLOTHING

Cycling shorts and Jersey (2ea)
Socks (2pr)
Undershorts
Undershirts                                                             
Cycling shoes
Sweater
Cold weather gloves
Slacks and shirt
Rain cape or waterproof parka shell (with hood)
Cycling cap with visor (for sunburn protection)
Helmet
Sun glasses

MECHANICAL

Pump
Spare tire and tube
Patch kit
Tire levers
Spokes w. nipples (2 of each length)
Spoke wrench
Freewheel remover for your specific freewheel
Cone wrenches (pair)
T-wrench, L-wrench for derailleurs etc.
Chain tool
Screwdriver (pencil size)
6 inch adjustable wrench
Rear axle (for non cassette hub)

SUNDRIES

Passport (if necessary)
Address book
Money (cash and travelers checks)
ATM (Bancomat) and VISA/MC card(s)
Camera (and accessories)
Film for entire trip
Maps
Tooth brush
Comb
Nail clipper
Pen
Shaver
Pocket Knife
Spoon
Salve, sun lotion, chap stick
Plastic produce bags (4+)
Tape, white adhesive or duct tape
Pocket calculator (for currency computations)
Can opener
Matches (or lighter)

TOOLS required to assemble bike at point of departure

Crank extractor
Crank bolt wrench
Spare crank bolt (in case one breaks on assembly)