See page 7 from the Participant Packet on our Downloads page.

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Please use duffel bags — they pack well on the trucks. Wheeled suitcases are not recommended. Be sure to put your sleeping bag in a waterproof bag. Pack clothing inside resealable plastic bags.

Attaching a durable, unique “flag” on your bags — such as one made from duct tape or fabric — can make the task of locating your bags easier.

You must load your own bags on the truck. Staff volunteers cannot load them for you. Trucks open at 7 a.m. and close at 9 a.m. Do not leave your bags on the ground near the truck.

Each bag must be under 40 pounds!

Do not tie bags or other items together. Each bag must be under 40 pounds and able to be loaded and unloaded by one person. (Oversized bags requiring two people to carry are not allowed, even if below the 40 pound limit.)

What to bring:

YOUR BICYCLE AND RELATED ITEMS INCLUDING —

• helmet — required
• rear-view mirror
• small bike-mounted air pump
• extra tube and tire levers
• bike multitool or the correct sized tools for your bike
• chain lube
• handlebar bag and/or a back rack and straps
• water bottle(s) for the bike
• lock and cable for securing bike

YOUR CAMPING NECESSITIES INCLUDING —

• sleeping bag, some sort of sleeping pad, small pillow
• tent, rain fly, ground cloth, stakes and small mallet
• flashlight and batteries
• earplugs, if a light sleeper
• toiletries and medicines, sun block, lip balm, mosquito repellent
• quick-dry camping towel and washcloth
• clothes line and clothespins

YOUR RIDING GEAR AND OTHER CLOTHING INCLUDING —

• jerseys or shirts (one for each day, or plan to wash out at night)
• cycling shorts (at least two pair so that you can wash one at night)
• cycling tights (if prediction is for cool weather)
• cycling gloves (with padding)
• rain gear — at least a rain jacket for cycling
• regular clothing for warm evenings, cool nights
• socks and underwear
• swimwear and shower shoes