As with everything in life...it depends.
I recently went for a short recovery mtb ride near my home and I had my usual tools and spares in my Huck Strap thinking I was well kitted out for minor emergencies. I got about 2 miles from house when I noticed the rear tyre was leaking sealant from a small but significant hole. The sealant was struggling to seal it and I'd lost most of the air so I decided to plug the hole with my Huck Plug tubeless tyre repair tool. I inflated the tyre with my CO2 canister and put the cap back on. I noticed the tyre could benefit from a bit more air so I started unscrewing the valve cap again. I hadn't noticed that the cap had seized onto the valve core and as I unscrewed it the valve core was loosening, next thing I knew my tyre was rapidly deflating and I only had one CO2 canister. It then dawned on me that I was going to be walking home, but thankfully I didn't have far to go!
In moments like that your mind goes into overdrive and you start making split second decisions that can be the wrong ones. I went from having a rideable bike to one that was completely useless in a few seconds.
I walked home a bit embarrassed as the owner of a brand that helps bikers everywhere take their emergency essentials and views himself as an expert in the area. That's when I realised it can happen to anyone and it pays to take a few extras as a back up to the back up.
I also recently familiarised myself with Scottish Enduro Series recommended kit guide for completing one of their enduro events.
- Waterproof outer shell.
- Emergency foil blanket.
- Inner tube, tubeless repair tool, puncture repair kit.
- Multi tool.
- Basic first aid kit.
- Map.
- Food and drink.
- Eye protection (glasses or goggles).
- Mobile phone (fully charged).
In addition Huck Bike would recommend:
- A chain breaker and spare quick link that fits your bike.
- Pump and/or CO2 canister and nozzle. Extra canisters.
- Some zip ties.
- Whistle.
- A couple of Huck Enduro Straps to take it all. Our XC Huck Strap is also great for adding extras to the saddle rails of your MTB, Gravel or Road Bike.
Remember to practice and familiarise yourself with any new equipment before you need it on the trail.
Happy Trails,
Graeme, Huck Bike Owner