Gear checklist ...
Clothing |
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MUST HAVE |
NICE TO HAVE |
ADVANCED |
| Helmet | Leg Warmers | Knee Warmers |
| Padded Bike Shorts (2) | Bike Jerseys (2) | Long Sleeve Jersey |
| Gel Gloves | Arm Warmers | Wind Protector Over-Gloves |
| Bike Socks that Wick (2) | Extra Set of Gloves | Shoe Covers for Cold Days |
| Lightweight Rain Jacket | Rain Jacket Specific for Biking (even lighter) | Goretek Water/Wind Proof Jacket |
| Wind Vest | Rain/Wind Pants Specific to Biking | |
| Lightweight Pull on Pants | ||
Equipment |
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MUST HAVE |
NICE TO HAVE |
ADVANCED |
| Water Bottle and Cages (2) | Polar Water Bottles That Stay Cold | Stand-up Pump |
| Foot Pedal Cages (aka Foot Clips) | Clipless Pedals and Shoes with Cleats | Advanced Nutrition Items |
| Tire Tubes (2) | Small Pump & Repair Kit | Heart Rate Monitor |
| Tire Patches | Bento Bag | |
| Small Seat Bag for Maintenance Equipment | Denver Road Bike Map | |
| Gas Station Pump Adapter | ||
| Chain Lube | ||
| Energy Bars | ||
| Mileage Computer | ||