I was thinking about a setup with the sleeping stuff strapped to the handlebar, a frame bag to handle the clothes, a camelbak thing for the water (like 2.5L), and a carradice camper for everything else. maybe throw in there a fanny pack that can double up as a handlebar bag strapped to the stem - simple solution for easy food/money access.

I'm not inclined to camp out below 40F with my bicycle, so I think it will work out


so what's the deal with the medical kit? I have personally never had to use it. If I'm stranded, I'd make a phone call. If I'm in a town, I'd limp to the nearest stop where they have bandages and rubbing alcohol. why carry that extra weight? i know, there are the whatifs. but has anyone actually had to use it for emergency purposes?