At the 2023 BRAT, you can pack as much as you want! You will always have access to your vehicle, so bring as many bags as you would like.
We do still encourage you to pack in waterproof bags and plan for all possible weather conditions. Additionally, it is helpful to have name tags on bags and gear. This helps us get items returned to their owners, in case they are lost.
For Your Bike:
Helmet
Water bottles (or equivalent hydration system)
Simple tools (tubes, tire levers, patch kit, etc.)
Cycling Clothing:
Short sleeve jerseys
Long sleeve jerseys (for colder days or rain)
Shorts
Tights
Wind jacket
Bike Shoes
Socks
Gloves
Shoe or toe covers
Sunglasses
Camp Clothing:
Shorts
Long pants
Socks
Underwear
Short sleeve shirts
Long sleeve shirts
Walking Shoes
Hat and Gloves
Rain Gear
Warm jacket
Toiletries:
Towel and washcloth
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Sunscreen
Lip balm
Chamois butter
Soap and shampoo
Hygiene products
Medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, antacids, etc.
Personal prescriptions
Band-aids
Calamine lotion
Insect repellant
Glasses
Camping Gear:
Tent and its rainfly
Ground cloth for tent
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Camp pillow
Flashlight (extra batteries and bulbs) or headlamp
Miscellaneous:
Camera
Pocket knife
Reading material
Personal identification
Cash
Journal
Something to put your dirty clothing in
Earplugs for sleeping