Knowing what to pack for a bikepacking adventure is a bit of an art. With years of experience, Markus is happy to share his knowledge and give you an idea what he packed for test riding the Stans Yorkshire Coast Dirt Dash route, using the bags from the bikepacking collection from our partner Carradice.
Stuff to pack in the front bag: Carradice Bowland Bar Bag (12L) mounted on a Bagman Bar Rack.
- Vango Superlight tent
- Vango mattress
- Gas canister for stove
- Vango stove
- Collapsible pot and cup
- Small sponge
- Spork and knife
- Coffee and tea bags
- Head torch
- Lighter
- Food in a waterproof bag (mostly eaten!)
- Waterproof jacket, buff, sunscreen and small first aid kit (not pictured)
Things to pack in the rear bag: Carradice Odyssey Saddlebag (26L) on a Bagman Expedition QR
- Vango Cobra 200 sleeping bag
- DexShell Watch Beanie
- Merino t-shirt
- Long johns
- Toiletries
- Spare camera batteries
- Powerbank
- AirPods and charging cables
- Salt and pepper sachets
- Waterproof shorts
- Chain oil
- Underwear
- Down jacket (not pictured)
What to take on your bike for an bikepacking adventure?
- Kinesis UK Tripster AT
- Schwalbe G-One Allround 45mm tyres
- Small frame bag + top tube bag
- 38t oval Absolute Black chainring up front, 11–42 cassette on the back
- Lezyne Mega XL GPS
- Kinesis Fend Off Shorty mudguards
- Loop Micro Mount for my phone
- Two bottle cages
- Frame bag with Pump, tyre levers, tubeless plug kit, spare tube, multitool, patches, Stans NoTubes sealant, oat bars
Suggestions what to wear for a bikepacking adventure?
- Bib shorts
- Base layer
- Jersey
- Arm warmers
- Dexshell ultra thin crew socks
- Comfy shoes with cleats
- Cycling cap
- Abus AirBreaker helmet
Knowing what to pack for a bikepacking adventure is one thing – having great people to join you is another – and this is why we organise the Dirt Dash events. You can join us here to have an amazing adventure. And just don’t take our word for it. We had a great review on the Dunoon Dirt Dash from bikepacking.com in 2024. And you can find out how Cyclist writer Trevor Ward had a great time at the Cateran Dirt Dash in 2023.