Thursday, June 10, 2010

The Gear







Rear Right Pannier:
Sleeping Bag
Mattress Pad
Tent
Sleeping Bag Liner








Rear Left Pannier:
Pots/Stove
Thermos
Spare Tire/Tubes(3)
Rag
Towels
Pillow
Camp Soap
Tent Poles/Footprint








Front Left Pannier:
Toiletry Bag
Rain Cape
Windbreaker Jacket
Maps
Sandals
Real Shorts
Spare Spokes








Front Right Pannier:
Bike Socks(6)
Bike Shorts(3)
Gym Shorts
Sunglasses
Arm Warmers
Jerseys(3)
Chain Lube
Scrub Pants








Handlebar Bag:
Gloves
Camera
Phone/charger
Lighter
Headphones
Key (bike lock)
Documentation
Knife
Cyclo-computer








Saddle Bag:
Multi-tool
Leatherman
Tire Levers
Spare Screws/Brake Pads
Rear LED Light








Attached to Frame:
Pump
Water Bottles








Cannondale Touring Bike
Helmet with Headlamp
Rearview Mirror (att. on brake lever)
Cable Lock (rear rack)





-Dynamo Hub (front wheel)










-Electrical Circuit for Charging iPhone via Dynamo (thanks to Matt Prockup, electrical engineer)






Fully Loaded.



Most equipment is designed for backpacking and is therefore very light and compact.

2 comments:

  1. Way to go Kevin! I don't think you're crazy. I say go for it when you can!
    Aunt Midge

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  2. Kevin, I have no doubt you will succeed, you will find more than what you expect out of yourself and your country, and you will build memories to last a lifetime in the process. Have a great time, and please find the time to post to us, because it will all mean more to you in the long run.

    Aunt Janice

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