Had a blowout over the weekend and was restocking my bag, so I thought to share.
I've got:
Looking at this list, I should probably add a quick link. They're sitting in my tool chest right next to me. My saddle bag is also right next to me... now would be a great time to do that.
Anyways? How do you all pack?
I should add zip ties, that's a good idea. I also carry some cash or a card usually. And a small emergency kit.
I usually keep a patch kit in mine as well, and a bottle of chain oil with a rag.
Nothing 🫣
Let me think:
Multi tool with chain breaker. I tried to get a tool without the breaker, and wouldn't you know I missed the breaker pretty quickly, so I replaced the tool for one with a chain breaker. Of course, now I haven't needed it. Sigh.
Quick link.
$20
TPU tube
Patch kit
3 co2 cartridges and inflator
Tire levers
Disposable gloves
Hand cleaner wipe
My theory is that I'll swap tubes for the first flat. Then if I get another one, patch whichever one is in better shape, and had for home, because that ride is cursed.
I do mostly trail biking. I just started carrying a mini battery operated chainsaw in my bag a month ago and it’s already come in handy twice. I also carry the usual tools, a spare tube, a GMRS HT, solar powered GPS, first aid kit, and snacks. If I’m biking on the river trail, I throw a collapsible fishing pole in there, as well.
What are the CO2 canisters for?
I use a pencil case.
I keep a mini pump in my bag or mounted to a bottle cage boss. I also have a u-lock and cable in my bag whenever I go out.
Kind of a lot of stuff, but I like to go on very long rides and usually end up on some gravel even on my road bike, and I’ve been caught out with two flat tires and only one spare before…
In saddle bag
In frame bag
My answer is "probably not what I ought to have in it". I have a bunch of bikes (road bike, cargo e-bike, acoustic utility bike, my wife's bikes, my kids' bikes, etc.) and I'm not sure even a single one has everything needed to fix a flat (especially since some have bolted-on axles and such).
For me, it is a lot of the same as others have listed.
For my shorter rides, I have;
I also have a pump attached to the frame.
On a long ride, I will add a café lock and a mech hanger at least, usually I throw in a 3rd tpu tube to my top tube bag.
I used to swear on co2 right up until I got a series of punctures, and not enough co2s. I now just take them in the winter alongside the pump. Just so I can reduce standing around in the wet. And if you're taking 3 or 4 co2s, probably weighs close to a normal small pump at that point, but takes more space.
Damn according to this thread apparently I need to start rummaging through more saddle bags for cash prizes.
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