Trailmark Expedition Bike Programs

Please do not omit items on the required list.  What you wear on the first day is from this list.  Due to limited space available in the vans, please do not bring extra clothes.  Be sure to mark or label all clothing/equipment.

PERSONAL CLOTHING/ITEMS REQUIRED:

• 3 T-Shirts
• 1 long sleeve cotton shirt
• 1 polypropylene "quick dry" short-sleeve shirt (lt or med weight)
• 1 fleece pullover
• 2 pairs shorts
• 1 pair nylon warm-up pants
• 1 windbreaker (or rain gear top can be used)
• 4 pairs underwear
• 1 pair light wood socks
• 3 pairs athletic socks
• Lightweight sleepwear
• 1 pair cycle touring shoes or sneakers
• 1 pair Lightweight sneakers or sandals
• 1 camelback or small daypack
• Rain gear: jacket and pants
• 1 baseball cap/sun hat
• 1 bathing suit
• 1 towel (not a bulky towel)
• Toiletries ( shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste) small size and packed in a waterproof case or Ziploc bag
• Sunblock (min SPF 30)
• Lip balm, with SPF
• Insect repellent
• Sunglasses with keeper strap
• Cycling gloves (required)
• Ziplocs, pack all belongings in large Ziplocs for waterproofing
• 4 extra Ziploc bags - assorted sizes
• Tupperware sandwich box
• Bag lunch for Day 1
• Personal medications as noted on health forms:

Medications (prescription or over-the-counter) must be sent in original container showing child's name and prescribed dosage - must complete "Authorization for Administration of Medication" form.

PERSONAL GEAR REQUIRED:

• Bicycle-MUST BE TUNED UP AN TESTED PRIOR TO TRIP!:  a minimum of a 21-speed bicycle is required.  Bike should be properly sized and recently tuned up.  Road bikes, hybrids and mountain bikes are acceptable.  We recommend mountain bikes be equipped with street/hybrid tires for easier riding  Racing tires, racing bikes, and BMX bikes are not appropriate.  Train and be familiar with this  bike before the program.
• Rear rack:  A rear rack supports the panniers you will be carrying.  Panniers will be provided by The Mountain Workshop.  Choose a rear rack that has hooks to attach the panniers (such as Bell Cargo Rear Rack, Blackburn Mountain Rack, or Kruzer King Torpedo Classic Rear Rack).  A seat post only mounted rack will not work.  The rack must attach to the bike fram at the seat stay/seat post junction and the rear dropout as well.  Please have it securely mounted prior to arrival on your trip.
• Helmet:  A helmet is required and will be worn at all times while riding.  Make sure it is ANSI approved.
• Spare inner tube:  Make sure this is the right size for your bike.
• Reflective vest:  Will be used on foggy or rainy days.
• Small flashlight or headlamp with batteries
• 1 Bungee cord:  24 or 26 inch - used to secure items to rear rack.
• Bike lock and cable:  For our purposes, a combination lock and cable are preferred over Kryptonite horseshoe type locks.  Set combination to an easy to remember number, such as birth month and year or part of phone number.  If keyed lock, bring 2 keys!!
• 2 Water bottles:  at least one with cage on bike frame.

OPTIONAL ITEMS:

• Handlebar bag
• Pump
• Toe clips (practice using before program)
• Cycling shorts
• Small camera
• Bike tools

BEDDING/SLEEPING BAGS:

All bedding and pillows are provided by the hostel.  There is no need to pack any bedding or sleeping bag.

PACKING:

Think small and compact.  The panniers provided can easily hold all listed items, but space is limited.  Bring all packed Ziplocs in a garbage or recycle bag.  (Do not pack in duffels or suitcases.)  After arrival on the first day, you will repack your gear into the panniers provided by The Mountain Wokrshop.  In addition, campers should pack a day pack with items they want easy access to, such as lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, etc.

NOTE:  DO NOT BRING:

• Game boys or hand held electronic games, as these conflict with our program mission.
• iPod or MP3 Players
• Cell phones
• Knives
• Matches or lighters

LABEL EVERYTHING!