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- Anchors
Anchors for abseiling are sometimes made with trees or boulders, using webbing and cordellete, or also with rock climbing equipment, such as nuts, hexes and spring-loaded camming…
- 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.
- Boots / climbing shoes
Boots or other sturdy footwear with good grips may be worn, especially climbing shoes. [Wikipedia]
- Bottle with cage
A bottle and cage on the frame keep water within reach.
- Climbing harness
A climbing harness is often used around the waist to secure the descender. A comfortable climbing harness is important for descents that may take many hours.[Wikipedia]
- 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.
- Descender
A descender or rappel device is a friction device or friction hitch that allows rope to be payed out in a controlled fashion, under load, with a minimal effort by the person…
- 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.
- Gloves
Gloves protect hands from the rope and from hits with the wall. They are mainly used by recreational abseilers, industrial access practitioners, adventure racers and military as…
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- Helmets
Helmets may be worn to protect the head from bumps and falling rocks. A light source may be mounted on the helmet in order to keep the hands free in unlit areas. [Wikipedia]
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Knee-pads
Knee-pads (and sometimes elbow-pads) are popular in some applications for the protection of joints during crawls or hits. Wikipedia]
- 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.
- Nonlocking carabiners
Snapgate carabiners for gear and slings. For belaying you need locking ones.
- Padded shorts
Padded shorts make long rides more comfortable.
- Patch kit
Patches and glue for fixing punctures on the road.
- Prusik / Klemheist knot
A prusik, Klemheist knot, or autoblock knot may be used as safety back-up, commonly referred to as an 'autoblock,' and is used as a back-up in the case of the abseiler losing…
- Pump
A small pump that fits your valve type.
- Ropes
Ropes: Climbers often simply use their climbing ropes for abseiling. For many other applications, low-stretch rope (typically ~2% stretch when under the load of a typical…
- Saddle bag
A small bag under the saddle for tube, tools and keys.
- Spare tubes
Spare inner tubes that fit your tyre size.