Gear List

   Here is a picture and list of the gear and supplies for the trip. I will be biking with a backup support of my parents who will be within a few hundred miles in an RV. If you ever plan to ride solo, you may need more than what I have here and some of these may be unnecessary. Throughout my trip, I may change up what I need. These are the basics excluding food and water.

Things to keep in mind:

• Use lightweight materials that don't take up too much space
• Everything doesn't need to be high-quality. Many of these can be found at Walmart and therefore can easily be replaced.
• There are different options instead of pannier bags or a backpack. A bike trailer is also a good option.

Prices may vary depending where you live. Many of these items can be found around the house!

From left to right

1. Ortlieb Waterproof Pannier Bags x2 ($124.20 on Amazon)
2. Eureka Solitaire Tent ($64 on Amazon)
3. Columbia Water Resistent Jacket ($30)
4. High Sierra 50L Backpack ($80)
5. Foam Mat used by my mom in Europe (Sentimental Value: $1000)
6. Eureka 40F Sleeping Bag ($80)
7. Tommy Hilfiger Jacket ($60)
8. Bell Helmet ($20-$30)
9. Outdoor Waterproof Sack ($5~)
10. Master Bike Lock ($10)
11. Abus Bike Lock ($40)
12. Shammy ($10)
13. Bontrage Hand Pump ($25)
14. Sharpees ($3)
15. Man Pad Biker Shorts ($25)
16. Walmart Sandals ($10)
17. Vans Shoes ($50)
18. Duct Tape ($5)
19. Handwarmers ($1)
20. Stakes ($1)
21. Flashlight ($2)
22. Bic Lighter ($1)
23. Swiss Army Knife ($250)
24. Bike Tool ($10)
25. Rear Bike Light ($20)
26. Extra Bike Tube ($7)
27. Bungee Cords x3 ($5)
28. Propane Fuel ($2.50)
29. Propane Stove ($20)
30. Bug Spray ($1)
31. Fork&Knife ($1)
32. Mophie Juice Pack iPhone Case ($100)
33. iPhone 5 ($600)
34. Chargers
35. Matches ($1)
36. Vaseline ($1)
37. MacBookPro ($1000)
38. Hoodie x1
39. Tank x1
40. Underwear x5
41. Socks x5
42. Shorts x2
43. Khaki Pants x1
44. MSR Cooking Pot ($20)
45. Food
46. Sunglasses
47. Miscellaneous/Other
48. Tarp ($20)

I am using a 2014 Specialized Secteur Compact. It is the most basic model and I purchased it at Erik's Bike Shop. I paid about $900. Here is a link to the exact bike I will be using: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bikes/road/secteur/secteur-compact