Cycling Accessories: Field-Tested for Everyday Adventure Cycling
This is my short list of recommendations for cycling equipment. Over the past two years, I have used these items on my daily commutes and weekend camping trips. Take a gander and let me know if you find anything useful on X (@ethan_thompson)!
Bags
- Top Tube: Mag-Tank (Bolt-On or Velcro)
- Cockpit (snack and grab): Mountain Feedbag
Lights
- Headlight: Lezyne Macro Drive
- Tail Light: Ascher USB Light
Bottle Cages
- Cheap: REI Junction
- Better: Topeak Ninja Master Cage X1
Pumps
- Ultralight: Topeak Roadie
- High-volume: Topeak Mountain
Tools
- Multi-tool: Topeak Mini PT30
- Patch Kit: Park Tool VP-1
Helmet
- Mountain / Gravel: Bontrager Rally WaveCel
- I own the Solstice, the predecessor to this model. It’s pretty close in design/fit.
Clothing
- Rain pants: City Cycling Rain Overpants
- Hoodie: Sahara Shade Hoodie
Spare Tubes
- Co-op Cycles
- REI’s in-house brand is my go-to spare tube. They are always of decent quality and relatively cheap.