THINGS TO BRING ON THE TRIP BIKE GEAR -bike -bike helmet -bike rack, panniers, handlebar bag -bike lock -bike light and computer -fenders -water bottles (at least 2, more is better), bottle cage -bike tools (absolute minimum: chain lube, bike tubes, patch kit, air pump) -first aid kit -water purifier(?) PERSONALS -insect repellent -toilet paper -sun screen -toothpaste, toothbrush -soap, shampoo (biodegradable?), towel -toiletries bag (to store all the soap, shampoo etc. stuff) -identification eg passport, birth certificate... -bank card/credit card CLOTHES -hat (also think about for the cool weather too) -bike gloves(2 pairs - one for hot weather and one for cold) -rain jacket/rain gear -swimsuit -T shirt -Long sleeved shirt -sweater -windbreaker -cycling shorts -long pants -underwear -socks -sunglasses -shoes -"booties" SHELTER -tent -sleeping bag COOKING GEAR: -Stove, fuel and matches -pot and pan set -dishes and cups -cutlery -food containers -can/bottle opener -cooler? OTHER THINGS.... -camera, film -maps -diary, pen -book to read