Originally Posted by
Cyclesafe
This.
Also, you forgot rain gear (shell, pants, gaitors/booties). Leave out at least one set of non-cycling clothing. Make sure that the jacket/sweater you bring will still keep you warm if it gets wet underneath your rain shell. Use the rain pants for warmth instead of the knee warmers - dual purpose.
You might need a cable to go with your lock.
ah the lock I intend is a "bike lock" same cable lock I've used for the last 20+ years... riding with a group on a highly bike traveled area so
for rain gear... any budget considerations?... I've used my jacket in the past in the rain and it's pretty water tight... sure it wouldn't be my fave on the bike but I could make due with it... what budget options are out there? I was planning to ride in my SPD sandals, in cooler weather i've made due with two pairs of socks, for rain I figured some sealskinz socks (waterproof) would work well. For the rest of the rain gear my budget is a concern... any good budget options?