Here is your 2008 San Antonio Tour de Cure Packing List!
Items You Need During the Ride
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Helmet
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Rider numbers (bib, wrist band, bike band)
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Bike shorts
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Velo Cycling jersey
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Cycling gloves and shoes
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Protection from the sun - sunglasses, lip balm and sunscreen
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Tire patch kit, spare tubes and air source (pump or several CO2 air cartridges)
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Driver’s license
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Medical insurance card
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Emergency cash and Credit card
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Hydration - Water bottles or camel back
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Favorite snacks (GUs, nutrition Bars, etc)
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Emergency medications
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Rain poncho or a large Heft bag - check weather on Friday and plan accordingly
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Camera in a zip lock bag to keep dry; if digital, bring extra set of batteries
In Your Overnight Bags
You can bring up to two bags - make sure to write your bib # on the luggage tags
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Blanket, sheet, and pillow (if you're staying in the dorms)
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Travel alarm clock
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Towels
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Toiletries including soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and bug repellent
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Toothbrush, hairbrush, hairdryer
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Medications
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BUTT BUTTER!!
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Travel size laundry detergent to rinse out jersey, shorts, and gloves for Day 2 ride
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Comfortable clothes/shoes for Saturday evening, including Velo Valero shirt and hat
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If toobing on the river, bring water proof wallet, water shoes, and water friendly clothing
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Plastic cover/bag for bike seat on Saturday night (to keep moisture off your seat)
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Riding clothes for Sunday
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Change of clothes for bus trip home
To keep your items dry, put all items in a garbage bag and smaller items in zipper-sealed plastic bags before placing them in your luggage.
Toobin' down the San Marcos River after the Day 1 ride