What's in your Jersey pocket?
11-30-12, 11:23 PM
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What's in your Jersey pocket?
Okay yeah, everyone has a flat kit, spare tube, tire irons, micro pump, mini tool, money, I.D., iPod etc... Those are the no brainers. But what are the really cool and interesting, and innovative items that you carry in your kit? Anything unique, clever or recently discovered that you won't ride without? Love to hear from as many of you as possible!
11-30-12, 11:54 PM
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I like using a lightweight wallet all the time because I am too lazy to remove my ID and some cash before riding, and am afraid that they're more likely to get lost that way. Right now I have a flowfold wallet that I think is literally partially made with carbon fiber (part of recycled sail cloth) and weighs 16g: https://www.flowfold.com/product/ares-billfold. The only disadvantage is that it doesn't breathe at all, so when commuting in jeans my back pocket gets slightly sweaty. I previously owned https://www.simblissity.net/litefold_b-line.htm, which is a similar product. I like the flowfold better, although the simblissity version is half as heavy (8g!)
I've also carried a derailleur hanger at times, especially off road. A spare master link or pin is also a good idea. Fig newtons are my favorite thing to shove in a pocket and snack on.
Smartphones are pretty useful. Aside from Strava and checking directions, I once read a chapter of an ebook while waiting at the bottom of a hill my friend was descending like a wuss.
I've also carried a derailleur hanger at times, especially off road. A spare master link or pin is also a good idea. Fig newtons are my favorite thing to shove in a pocket and snack on.
Smartphones are pretty useful. Aside from Strava and checking directions, I once read a chapter of an ebook while waiting at the bottom of a hill my friend was descending like a wuss.
12-01-12, 08:06 AM
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if im in a group ride, id/cash left pocket, ipod center pocket, shot blocks, gu, etc right pocket.
if im riding by myself, id/cash left pocket, LCP .380 center pocket, candies/ipod right pocket
all my flat gear, master link, cell phone, etc stays in my saddle bag.
if im riding by myself, id/cash left pocket, LCP .380 center pocket, candies/ipod right pocket
all my flat gear, master link, cell phone, etc stays in my saddle bag.
12-01-12, 08:22 AM
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Cell phone, dog repellent and for long rides of 2 hours or more, a pb and j sandwich.
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12-01-12, 09:21 AM
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Actually those things go in a small seat bag. It's easier to leave the things that stay with the bike, with the bike. Don't have to gather that stuff up every time you ride.
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Wallet, phone, snacks in jersey pockets.
12-02-12, 12:47 PM
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Thanks gator! Once in a while I'll take along one of those skinny 8oz cans of Coke. Also Altoids smalls are a good carry. Don't underestimate the rejuvenating power of a strong mint when you're dehydrated and slightly gassed on a ridge line somewhere.
12-02-12, 12:53 PM
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I like using a lightweight wallet all the time because I am too lazy to remove my ID and some cash before riding, and am afraid that they're more likely to get lost that way. Right now I have a flowfold wallet that I think is literally partially made with carbon fiber (part of recycled sail cloth) and weighs 16g: https://www.flowfold.com/product/ares-billfold. The only disadvantage is that it doesn't breathe at all, so when commuting in jeans my back pocket gets slightly sweaty. I previously owned https://www.simblissity.net/litefold_b-line.htm, which is a similar product. I like the flowfold better, although the simblissity version is half as heavy (8g!)
I've also carried a derailleur hanger at times, especially off road. A spare master link or pin is also a good idea. Fig newtons are my favorite thing to shove in a pocket and snack on.
Smartphones are pretty useful. Aside from Strava and checking directions, I once read a chapter of an ebook while waiting at the bottom of a hill my friend was descending like a wuss.
I've also carried a derailleur hanger at times, especially off road. A spare master link or pin is also a good idea. Fig newtons are my favorite thing to shove in a pocket and snack on.
Smartphones are pretty useful. Aside from Strava and checking directions, I once read a chapter of an ebook while waiting at the bottom of a hill my friend was descending like a wuss.
12-02-12, 01:12 PM
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So, any ammo? I imagine hollow points might be lighter.... But seriously, I'm genuinely curious about the creative solutions that riders come up with to solve supply issues with limited cargo space.
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Uh... Just took a look at the LCP .380! That's a jersey pocket that packs a whollop! Do you have laser sighting?
