So after a close call on a 53 mile ride this last weekend, I found out just how unprepared we all were for the unexpected. I had the bare minimum, on board air, tire plugs, tarp, shovel, 150 feet of para cord etc. So now, I’m putting together a full kit and will probably have to dedicate my rear trunk to fit it all. Items on my list so far….

QUALITY med/first aid kit.
Survival blankets, bivvy sack, blue tarp, para cord, rope and nails.
Hatchet, Machete, shovel, tool kit, multi-tool
Fire starters, flint, lighters, tinder, head lamp (x batteries), glow sticks
Small strobe light, whistle
Water, purification tabs, purifier (unsure on which yet)
Mess kit, MRE’s, water bottles
small tent, extra gloves, socks, another jacket or sweatshirt
And of course, I’m packing when I’m riding (bear and cougar/mountain lion territory here) and will have a good stout knife. Also considering a radio of some sort. Oh and left out map, compass too.

This is a preliminary list and will be modified to season and available space. We’re planning some single day, 100 mile trips and are looking to do things right.

What are you all carrying? Got pics? Let’s all share and learn from each other…..Go Prepared my friends..