7 Items to Remember Every Ride

Do you find yourself leaving the house for a ride, wondering what you might have forgotten this time? Or maybe you get ten minutes into your ride and realize you forgot your pump – and are just hoping you don’t run over anything you shouldn’t?

Cycling isn’t like running. You can’t just tie on your running shoes and head out the door. It can be a bit of a process to get ready to ride and there are a few accessories you need to take with you every time. Here’s our top 7 items you need to remember every time (besides your clothes/shoes/helmet/bike).

1. Tube(s)


2. Pump or CO2

4. Tire Levers

3. Phone

4.Ride wallet (w/ $ or a credit card)

5. ID – be it a ROAD ID bracelet or your drivers’ license

6. Water bottle(s)

If you remember these 7 items, and your appropriate clothing, you should be ready to take on anything. Last ditch plan – if you are carrying a credit card, you can get yourself out of most scenarios!