SCCC Ride-A-Metric (RAM) Training Series
Essential Cycling Equipment
On the Bike
The following items should be carried on the bike or on your person.- Two water bottles or hydration pack
- Frame pump appropriate for your tires
In the Bag
The items below are the tools most often needed on the road and should be found in your seat bag.- Extra inner tube to fit your tires
- Tire levers (at least two)
- QuikStik tire tool (optional)
- Tube patch kit (self-adhesive or vulcanizing)
- Folding multi-tool (hex keys, screwdrivers)
On Your Person
The most important things on your body are your interface zones – your hands, your feet, and your derriere.- Cycling shorts
- Cycling gloves
- Helmet (must have!)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses