I will be having my first bike bivi trip out tonight, riding out to my local spot, Stiperstones to test out my bike and gear etc.
I have a 20L Alpkit dry big which is holding my sleeping bag, bivi bag, a small groundsheet and a insulation jacket, its weighs around 2.8kg, attached to the Kanga harness(Its my sleeping back that is heavy).
Also on the front are 2 x Alpkit stem cells which hold gas can, cooking stove,pot & cup, plus a few snacks and small camera. I also have a fuel pod up front with mobile, head torch, money etc.
Then I have a 13L Alpkit dry bag on the rear which will carry a few items including sleeping mat, poo kit & food etc. 2x camelbak bottles will provide water.
Is their anything else that is missing or that you guys would take?
I am looking at getting a small tarp soon too. I know a lot of if will be trial and error......but looking forward to it as I then intend on planning a 2/3 day trip from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth, following the cycle path 81, Lon Cambria.
First bike bivi tonight
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Re: First bike bivi tonight
Sounds like you have everything but a hip flask!
Enjoy
Enjoy
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Of course.....the hip flask!! Cheers!
I have just about enough Talisker to get me through the night!
I have just about enough Talisker to get me through the night!
Re: First bike bivi tonight
A small first aid kit isn't a bad shout, alot on here will think its overkill but I've always been the cautious one.
Not expecting it to save your life but a few basics will make you comfortable should you get a few scrapes and cuts.
I've built mine using basic kit from Wilkos and a small ziploc, never leave the house without it.
A backup torch or spare batteries isn't a bad shout either, and you'll use one more knowing you can keep it powered longer.
Not expecting it to save your life but a few basics will make you comfortable should you get a few scrapes and cuts.
I've built mine using basic kit from Wilkos and a small ziploc, never leave the house without it.
A backup torch or spare batteries isn't a bad shout either, and you'll use one more knowing you can keep it powered longer.
Re: First bike bivi tonight
Enjoy .
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Re: First bike bivi tonight
Did you survive?
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I guess not
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Didn't bring the first aid kit then,,,,,
Re: First bike bivi tonight
Is this a tale of caution.?
Did the OP just keep going?
#prayformounty
Did the OP just keep going?
#prayformounty