Nepal: Kit List

PERSONAL ESSENTIALS PERSONAL ESSENTIALS CONT.

Mountain bike specific helmet (current and fit for purpose) Swimming shorts/ costume for pool in Pokhara

Mountain bike specific shoes Head torch

Knee pads Towels and toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste)

Bike gloves x 3 pairs (long finger, not fingerless) Two passport photos for your visa

Biking glasses A small bottle of detergent for kit hand-washing is recommended

Waterproof jacket and trousers Snack bars

Padded cycling shorts/ trousers Extra camera batteries and memory card

Warm jacket for the evenings OWN BIKE ESSENTIALS

Long-sleeved base layers (merino wool ideal) Bike specific brake pads (x3 sets)

Short-sleeved and long-sleeved cycling tops Bike specific rear mech (derailleur) hanger (x2)

Biking socks (at least 5 pairs) Bottle of dry lube

Sunscreen (including one for lips) Inner tubes (x4) or bottles of tubeless fluid (x2)

Hydration system (Camelbak) Chain specific ‘quick link’

Advil or Ibuprofen for effects of altitude + any personal medication Professional service must be undertaken prior to trip using dry lube

Mosquito spray, and bite relief cream For 29” and 27.5” wheels bring extra tubes as these are rare in Nepal

20 litre (minimum) daypack If there are parts unique to your bike, please bring spare(s) of these

Two-season or down sleeping bag RENTAL BIKE ESSENTIALS Flip-flops You must bring your own pedals for rental bikes Buff (neck gaitor) These items are noted as ‘ESSENTIAL’ for very good reasons! Hat and gloves to keep warm during evenings For your own safety & comfort please bring them all.

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