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Gravel Field Notes
02 / Pack

Your checklist should leave room for weather.

Pack for the route you have, the forecast you trust, and the failure you can solve. Confirm current rules first.

Before the door

Run the list, then run the system.

Test repairs, charge devices, and reach essentials without unpacking the whole bike.

Approved helmet
GPS + downloaded route
Phone + emergency contact
Water for the gap
Tested food
Cash/card + photo ID
BIKE / TOOLS

Fix the likely

Multi-tool, levers, pump/CO₂, plugs, patches, 2+ tubes, tire boot/tape, quick links, and bike-specific tools.

BODY / WEATHER

Layer the unknown

Gloves, sun protection, shell, warm layer, comfort items, eye protection, and a light if needed.

SAFETY

Make help possible

First-aid basics, emergency blanket, ID, phone, power bank, route notes, and written contact.

Rules are route-specific. Capacity, mandatory equipment, support, headphones, lights, and navigation requirements can change. Current event rules outrank this list.