what are some important things to keep in a bike emergency kit?

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MollyN

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my scout troop is going to host the areas camp out and i am the roaming photographer i decided it would be best to take my bike instead of walking and i need to get my bike ready for this kind of thing its in Florida so not too many hills but the camp does have its rough spots,holes and rocks so i have my mountain tread on my bike already is there anything else i should do to prepare myself and the bike and what should i put in my emergency kit other then a screw driver, various tools, and first aid kit and one of those mini air cans
 
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intrepidfae

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If your wheels are attached by nuts instead of a quick release, you need a small adjustable wrench. You need at least two spare tubes, a set of tire levers, and a pump. Don't rely on just the CO2 inflater. Also, carry a set of glueless patches in case you get more than 2 flats on your trip. You'll always find use for a couple of feet of duct tape and a few cable ties. Instead of a screw driver, carry a multi-tool that will let you work all the various fasteners on the bike.

It may sound like a lot, but all of this (except the pump) fits into a mini wedge bag under the back of the saddle on my bikes.

HTH
 
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