Deciding what to take with on any multi-day bike ride is very important. There is a fine line between being prepared and under prepared. Cycling Lands End to John O’Groats is no exception and preparation is key. I started my preparation months in advance and to do this I read many blogs and experiences available on the internet as well as watching countless videos. I have to admit that I was over prepared and did pack a little on the heavy side but I did get a chance to lighten the load when I met my family on route.
There is no right and wrong kit list and what I want to show is a list of what I took with me on my 21 day Lejog staying in Airbnb’s, Guest Houses, Hotel, and Hostel accommodation.
Here is a full kit list of what I took on my LEJOG ride.
Bike Equipment and Accessories
- Cyclocross Bike – Cannondale CAADX
- Pannier Bags – Ortlieb Back Roller Classics
- Handlebar Bag – Ortlieb Ultimate 6 (5 Litres)
- Large Water Bottle
- Water Bottle Toolkit
- Tyres – Schwalbe Marathon Original 28mm
Toolkit
- 2 Spare Innertubes
- CO2 Inflater with 3 Cartridges
- Puncture Repair Kit
- Cycle Multitool
- Tyre Levers
- Spare Break Cable
- Spare Gear Cable
- 4 Cable Ties
Security
- D Lock
- Lighweight Cable Lock
- Hiplok Z Lok x2
Nutrition
- SIS Hydration Tablets (1 tube)
- SIS Energy Gells (6 pack)
Navigation
- Garmin Fenix 5X Watch
- Garmin Edge Touring
- Paper Map – Ultimate Adventure Map of Great Britain
- OS Maps App
Technology
- Google Pixel 6 Phone
- Multi USB Plug
- USB Cables x3
- Battery Pack
Cycling Safety
- Helmet
On the Bike Clothing and Accessories for Riding
- Sunglasses
- Fingerless Cycling Gloves
- Cycling Jerseys x2
- Base Layer x2 (long sleeves)
- Bib Shorts x2
- Waterproof Jacket
- Snood
- SPD Shoes (Shimano MT7 (MT701) SPD MTB Shoes)
Off the Bike Clothing
- Shorts with Pockets x2
- Dryweave T Shirts x3
- Lightweight Trousers
- Trainers, Lightweight
- Lightweight Long Sleeved Jumper x2
- Socks (4 Pairs)
- Underwear (4 Pairs)