To help you arrive prepared and relaxed, we’ve put together this kit packing list based on years of guiding and riding in the mountains. While personal preferences will always vary, this list covers the essentials we recommend for making the most of your time on the bike and staying comfortable in a wide range of conditions.
Cycling Kit
- Bike
- Helmet
- Sunglasses
- Chamois cream
- Saddle bag (not needed if hiring bike)
- Mini pump or gas canister (not needed if hiring bike)
- Spare inner tubes (not needed if hiring bike)
- Puncture repair kit (not needed if hiring bike)
- Tyre levers (not needed if hiring bike)
- Multi tool (not needed if hiring bike)
- Cycling shoes
- Pedals (a good idea to take these and your shoes in hand luggage)
- Lights
- Bike lock – optional
- Computer / GPS – optional
- Heart rate monitor – optional
- Water bottles
- Your preferred nutrition (some will be provided, but if you have a particular preference for bars, gels, or drinks, please bring them along)
Cycling Clothes
- Bib shorts
- Bib tights
- Short sleeve cycling jerseys
- Long sleeve cycling jerseys
- Arm warmers
- Leg warmers
- Gilet
- Cycling jacket / soft shell
- Packable rain jacket (even in the sun, an Alpine descent can be cold)
- Socks
- Gloves – short
- Gloves – long
- Bandana / cap / Buff (as per your preference)