When you reserve your adventure, you will receive a packing list in your confirmation package. We have developed this list to ensure your comfort, regardless of the weather, during the camp. We recommend the layering system, including a wicking or long underwear layer, an insulating layer, and a weather barrier for wind and rain.
Bringing or renting
- Mountain bike: You may rent a full suspension Specialized FSRXC mountain bike from Western Spirit.
- Helmet: Giro helmet included with bike rental.
Cycling clothing
- Cycling shoes: If you're renting a bike and ride with clipless pedals at home, bring them with you and we'll put them on your rental bike. If you ride with toe clip, caged-style pedals, hard soled cycling shoes or sneakers will work fine.
- Three to four pair of cycling shorts
- Two cycling jerseys
- Cycling socks
- Lightweight windbreaker layer for chilly mornings.
- Warmer riding jacket for cold weather riding
- Tights: Wicking and warm for cold weather riding.
- Cycling gloves
- Rain jacket: No cheating. Bring a good waterproof (not water resistant) rain jacket. Gore-Tex or similar, it doesn't have to be expensive.
- Rain pants: No cheating here either. Gore-Tex or similar.
Gear
- If you have a bike with disc brakes we recommend bringing a second set of brake pads
- Sunglasses: riding and casual
- Day pack: Any small pack or duffel to house your day items in the support vehicle.
- Hat or visor
- Two large water bottles provided by Western Spirit.
- Riding pack with hydration system
Personal
- Sunscreen, lip balm, towel, insect repellent, personal items, cash for souvenirs.
- Cash for tipping your guides. Your guides work as a team and share all of their gratuities. A tip of 5 to 15 percent of the price of your trip given to either one of your guides is a great way to say thanks for a job well done.
Optional
- Camera, film, batteries
- Binoculars
- Books or maps
- Alcohol