What Tools Should I Carry?

Even the most prepared Dualie occasionally gets a flat, has a mechanical failure from a fall or can get hurt. If its not you, then its your riding buddy so here are a few items that I have found useful. I carry all of these items and have used them or wished I had one and added it for the next trip. All this gear adds about 15 pounds but the alternative is worse, getting stranded.

Back Pack

• Hydration system - 70 ounces minimum for drinking while riding.
• Snacks - breakfast or energy bars, beef jerky, etc.
• Emergency kit - emergency blanket, mirror, whistle, matches or lighter, water purifier, compass, emergency rations
• First aid kit - bandages, aspirin, gauze, scissors, etc.
• Extra water - or energy drink in case you run out.
• Folding saw - and pruning shears (don’t laugh, these get used a lot)
• Hat or cap - Sunscreen, Chapstick, sunglasses
• Toilet Paper - (gets used more often than you think)

Front or Rear Fender Bags

• Spare Tube - (a front tube works well & can be used on the back too)
• Tire Irons - 2 or 3 wrapped in towel to protect tube
• CO2 cartridges - and hand pump for when you run out of CO2
• Tube patch kit - in case spare tube fails

Tool Belt or Fanny Pack

• Wrenches - pliers, sockets, screwdriver, allen wrenches
• Chain breaker - and spare links (multiple sizes)
• Zip Ties - tow rope, bailing wire, safety wire
• JB Weld - Locktite, electrical & duct tape
• Fuses - miscellaneous nuts, screws and bolts
• Clutch lever - always good to have a spare
• Maps - insurance, $10 emergency cash

Spare Pockets

• Wallet - ID, money, etc.
• Digital camera - for all those photo opportunities
• Small flashlight - and tape to mount on helmet just in case
• Extra batteries- for camera, odometer, flashlight, GPS, etc.
• Cell Phone (although it may most likely will not get service)

I’m sure there are more items I have missed but this will definitely give you an idea of what to bring and then you won’t be sad when you break down on the trail