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- A Fleece Jacket
A warm middle layer that dries quickly and still warms when damp.
- Altimeter
Shows your altitude and helps with navigation and weather changes in the mountains.
- Base Layer Shirts
Quick-drying shirts that wick sweat away and keep you warm when you stop.
- Bear canister
A bear-proof container for food where bears live. In some parks it is required.
- Bike
Your own bike, if you do not rent one. Book bike transport on trains or planes in advance.
- Bike lights
Front and rear light so you see and are seen, also in tunnels and at dusk.
- Bottle with cage
A bottle and cage on the frame keep water within reach.
- Compass
A compass helps you find your way when the phone has no signal or battery. Learn how to use it first.
- Cookset, dishes and cutlery
A light set of pots, plates, cups and cutlery for cooking and eating outdoors.
- Cycling computer
Shows speed, distance and route. Charge it before you leave.
- Cycling multi-tool
A compact multi-tool for small repairs on the road.
- Cycling route
- Cycling tights
Long cycling tights for cool mornings and evenings.
- Cyclists not allowed on motorway
Cyclists are not allowed on the motorways in NZ.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Energy food
Nuts, bars or dried fruit for quick energy on the way.
- Fire starter
Fire starters that work when wood is damp.
- Fuel
Gas or fuel for your stove. Buy it at your destination if you fly.
- GPS
A GPS device finds your way and marks positions where the phone has no signal.
- Ground cloth/tarp
A groundsheet or tarp protects your tent floor and gives shelter at the campsite.
- Headlamp
Keeps your hands free in the tent, on the trail and at the campsite. Take spare batteries.
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- Ice axe
For glaciers and steep snow. Only take it if you know how to use it.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Light Jacket
A light jacket for wind and cool mornings, easy to stuff into a backpack.
- Lock
A sturdy lock for stops and overnight stays. Lock the frame to a fixed object.
- Map of Local Area
A paper map of the area works without battery or signal.
- Matches or lighter
Matches in a waterproof box or a lighter, for stove and campfire. Check fire bans first.
- Nylon cord
Strong cord for washing lines, tarps and repairs.