Packing Suggestions

We've compiled a list of suggested items for multi-day cycling events. This is, by no means, a list of everything you need. Nor is it a fully comprehensive list. The idea of this list is to help guide you with your packing.

Keep in mind, you'll not need to pack a tent, mattress, chair, or daily shower towel, as those are provided for you by Padre's!

Camping

sleeping bag or blanket
bedding for air mattress
pillow
bug spray
sling bag
zip lock bags
zip ties

Clothing

cycling shorts / jerseys / kits
cycling shoes
hat
comfy campground shorts / shirts
long pants
sports bras
flip-flopf / shower shoes
hoody / fleece
sunglasses
swim suit
t-shirts / tank-tops
underwear
rain gear
headband light / flashlight
tent fan (O2 Cool or similar)
tennis shoes
bandana

Cycling

helmet
sunscreen / SPF chapstick
two water bottles
multi-tool
front / rear lights
cash ($50/day minimum)
credit / ATM card
driver license / ID
health insurance ID card
patch kit / tire tools / mini pump / CO2
cycling gloves
spare tubes
butt butter / chamois butter / aquaphor
wet wipes
bike lock
mini first aid kit (bandaids, pain relief)

Technology

phone
camera / go pro
chargers / cables / blocks
batteries
bluetooth speaker

Miscellaneous

ear plugs
sleep mask
medication
bungee cords
gum
plastic grocery sacks for bike seat

Toiletries

quick-dry travel towel
glasses
contact lenses / solution
razor
eye-drops
q-tips
shampoo / conditioner
soap
tooth brush / toothpaste
hairbrush / hair ties