What to bring

Idaho in August is usually warm (80's) to hot (90's) during the day and evenings. The nights and mornings can get cool (40's) and we have occasional rain showers, or thunderstorms. If you start your day wearing cool weather gear, we have accommodations for clothing drops throughout the day. Identification labels should be on any items that may be left with support staff during the day.

Bring at least these items:

• Cycling gear
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Walking shoes for off-bike activities
• Change of clothes for off-bike activities
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito spray
• Bath towel
• Personal toiletries
• Bicycle lock

The following lists include essential and optional items that may differ from rider to rider. These are suggested items. It will be up to you to decide what you really need to be happy and comfortable and meet your baggage limits.

Please pack your items into one (1) bag, 40-50 lbs., or two (2) bags, with a combined weight of 65 lbs. or less. Include your camping gear in your bag(s) and baggage weight. Keep in mind that sometimes the community members who will be loading your bags might be kids.

PERSONAL GEAR

*Driver’s License / ID
*Medical Insurance Card (policy number)
*Traveler’s checks / Check Book / CASH
*Credit Card / Phone Card
*Airline Tickets
*Small First Aid Kit and Medications
*Sunglasses
*Sunscreen & Lip Balm
*Insect Repellant
*Towel / Washcloth
*Toiletries (in a zip lock)
*Camera, Extra Batteries, Cards, or Film
*Travel Alarm Clock
*Favorite Energy Snacks
*Pen, Stationary, Stamps
*Small Backpack, Sack or Bag
*Swimsuit
*Misc.: Ear plugs, book, journal, clothes pins, small amount of laundry soap, quarters for laundry mid-week, re-usable cup for coffee service

BICYCLE EQUIPMENT

*Bicycle - assembled and tuned
*Helmet
*2-3 Large Water Bottles and/or Hydration Pack
*Frame Tire Pump
*Pressure Gauge
*Bike Pack – Handlebar rack or seat pack (for tools, rain gear, snacks, money, etc)
*Rearview Mirror
*Rear Blinking Bike Light
*Lock & Cable - bring your lock!
*Cycling Computer
*Bungee Cords or Straps
*Plastic Tarp / Seat Cover (rain or dew)
*Spare Tube
*Patch Kit
*Tire levers (3)
*Allen / Hex Wrenches
*Small Screwdriver
*Y-Wrench
*Spoke Wrench
*Pocketknife
*Pliers

CLOTHING & CAMPING EQUIPMENT

*Tent - Waterproof, with Rain Fly and Ground Cloth
*Sleeping Bag
*Sleeping Pad
*Pillow
*Headlamp or Small Flashlight (extra batteries)

CLOTHING
*Cycling gloves
*(3) Cycling Shorts
*(3) Cycling Jerseys / Cycling Tops
*(1) Cycling Long Pants / Tights
*(1) Long-Sleeve Shirt (Non Cotton)
*(1) Lightweight Windbreaker
*(1) Waterproof Breathable Jacket & Pants
*Cycling Shoes
*(4-5) Pairs of Socks (cotton/non-cotton)
*Cycling Booties / Toe Covers
*Winter Cap & Gloves (for cold nights)
*Casual Non-Cycling Clothes (Pants, Shorts, Tops, etc)
**anything you can wear more than once is a treasure!
*Long Sleeve Top (fleece) / Jacket
*Comfortable Walking Shoes
*Shower Sandals, Flip-flops
*Hiking Shoes (optional)

Take appropriate clothing for the day. Being prepared for the unexpected weather, or flat tire, will help you enjoy your adventure even more!!

PLEASE LEAVE AT HOME

*Hard-sided Coolers
*Camp Chairs
*Large Radios
*Flammable Fuels or Stoves
*Liquids in Glass Bottles

Please pack your items into one (1) bag, 40-50 lbs., or two (2) bags,with a combined weight of 65 lbs. or less. Include your camping gear in your bag(s) and baggage weight. Keep in mind that the community member who is lifting your gear might be a kid.