Random Musings, Helpful Hints & Pearls of Wisdom
- Thread starter RyGanley
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At least you can wipe your ass.
SpartaBard
Well-Known Member
I also carry an extra hanger, plus a hand pump in addition to my CO2. I also have my leatherman and a small adjustable wrench.
Sucks getting stranded that far...
I had that happen once and was able to complete my ride by moving the wheel forward.
Another time on the road I had no such luck. Fortunately I was only a couple miles from home.
BTW if you have a SRAM quick link (or whatever they're called) you don't need the special shimano pin that always ends up dropped in the leaves anyway
I now never leave home on the singlespeed without a multi-tool and a few links. The links are actually taped underneath the saddle so I never forget them
Maurice
ChrisG
Unapologetic Lifer for Rock and Roll
Norm lets the cat out of the bag: He is really Ford Prefect.
It gets me where I need to be.
well, when you ride with me, you will all be saved b/c i carry one of just about everything. that's the joy of being 230. extra ounces don't count. in my camel back i have:
leatherman
topeak alien
mini pump
extra tube
tube patch kit (just in case i blow out the spare...right heythorp!)
ten yards of twine
duct tape
tire levers
gu
shot blox
waterproof matches
zip ties (9" & 11")
GPS (on the bars)
lip balm.
two things of tylenol. probably expired.
soon to be added:
"throw away" cell phone
chain stuff...b/c it is just a matter of time with me
i'll have to look b/c i'm pretty sure i'm missing a few things.
leatherman
topeak alien
mini pump
extra tube
tube patch kit (just in case i blow out the spare...right heythorp!)
ten yards of twine
duct tape
tire levers
gu
shot blox
waterproof matches
zip ties (9" & 11")
GPS (on the bars)
lip balm.
two things of tylenol. probably expired.
soon to be added:
"throw away" cell phone
chain stuff...b/c it is just a matter of time with me
i'll have to look b/c i'm pretty sure i'm missing a few things.
SpartaBard
Well-Known Member
Can we come up with a list of items that people should carry with them on a typical ride and sticky it?
I would probably recommend breaking it down into a couple categories i.e.,
Essential for everyone:
Recommended:
If you have extra room:
I would probably recommend breaking it down into a couple categories i.e.,
Essential for everyone:
Recommended:
If you have extra room:
well, when you ride with me, you will all be saved b/c i carry one of just about everything. that's the joy of being 230. extra ounces don't count. in my camel back i have:
leatherman
topeak alien
mini pump
extra tube
tube patch kit (just in case i blow out the spare...right heythorp!)
ten yards of twine
duct tape
tire levers
gu
shot blox
waterproof matches
zip ties (9" & 11")
GPS (on the bars)
lip balm.
two things of tylenol. probably expired.
soon to be added:
"throw away" cell phone
chain stuff...b/c it is just a matter of time with me
i'll have to look b/c i'm pretty sure i'm missing a few things.
MIght want to get rid of everything and add:
-Folding Bike.
Prefect??
i blew my tube out, which was why i needed yours. if i had been by myself, i would've patched the fawker.
i keep that in the scrambler...along with the folding shovel.
Shaggz
A strong 7
LOFL!
Shaggz
A strong 7
cat - did someone say cat?!?!?!
Shaggz
A strong 7
Or thereabouts, yes.
ArmyOfNone
Well-Known Member
i had the same type of epiphany when j was telling his tale.
always carry a tube, powerbar, some sorta gel , multi tool, tire levers and 2 CO2 cartriges
Now I will carry a chaintool, and some links. I think ill need some patches also.
i have found a nice pouch to fit it all in my jersey pocket. Debating if i should ditch the camelback and ride w/two water bottles. Good idea? bad idea?
always carry a tube, powerbar, some sorta gel , multi tool, tire levers and 2 CO2 cartriges
Now I will carry a chaintool, and some links. I think ill need some patches also.
i have found a nice pouch to fit it all in my jersey pocket. Debating if i should ditch the camelback and ride w/two water bottles. Good idea? bad idea?
there was this conversation a few months ago, i ended up ditching the pack but only because the weather cooled down, as it heats up and rides are longer, goiong to need water in the pack and a bottle of heed.
i have evreything in a small saddle pack. would like to know more about this pouch you speak of for your jersey pocket
ArmyOfNone
Well-Known Member
what is heed? i dont think i have heard of it.
I was trying to find a way to not have stuff rattling around in my jersey when im road riding. At the shop they have a kit that comes with all you would need for tire repair. It all came bound up in this cute lil pouch!
its like a 3x5 pouch or so i think. I have a topeak multitool (the tiny one), and a blackburn chaintool, that is pretty small itself and attached are some tire levers. all the rest zips in quite nicely. I got lucky and found it laying around the shop. Im hoping to come across another so i can mayb store some food and goodies.
if youd like when im back home i can take a pic of it for you. or we can meet up and ride together! (a better idea!)