So, I've seen a number of threads to this effect, and I understand my re-posting one might be redundant, but I'll do it anyway. I've read most of those threads and found them very useful in compiling my gear list; as such, my posting of such a thread and the ensuing comments will probably be useful to someone else.
Anyway, some background - I'm leaving in two weeks for a 5 month tour that will take me from Amsterdam to Istanbul. My route is deliberately not set, but it is safe to assume I will travel south from holland through france to barcelona and then work my way east. I plan on stealth camping whenever possible, staying with a few friends, and relying on campgrounds, hostels or B&Bs when unavoidable. I'm using 2 20L non-waterproof rear panniers and 2 16L waterproof panniers on the front, as well as a handlebar bag.
Here's what I've assembled so far:
Camping
Sleeping bag
Compression Sack
Hennesey Hammock
Thermarest
Cammo net for stealth camping
Ziplock bags & heavy duty plastic bags
Groundsheet
tarp
Cooking
Spoon/Fork/Swiss army knife
Aluminum Pot
Small Camping stove + fuel bottle
Lighter
S&P&Spices
Can Opener? (or just use swiss)
Coffee filters/ pour-over cone
Clothes:
Lycra shorts x2
Thermal top/bottom
Wool socks/ socks/ 3pr undies
Cycle cap & bandana
Rain jacket/ shoe covers/ H20 proof tights
3 jerseys/tshirts
1 long sleeve shirt?
2
pr. Bike gloves
Shoes
Flip Flops
Zip off pants/shorts
Sunglasses
Personal Effects
Toothbrush/paste/razor
Small journal, pencil
Digicam, batteries, charger
Microfiber chamois for towel
TP & antibacterial hand gel
Soap, small bottle shampoo
Small bottle dishsoap & laundry soap
Sunscreen
lonely planet european phrasebook
Tools/ parts/ riding gear
Chain breaker
Tri-Allen and Tri-Socket
Tire levers & patch kit
Head Lamp
Spare tube x 2
Tire levers & patch kit
Swiss army knife
Adjustable wrench
Zap straps
spoke wrench + spare spokes
Compression straps for racks
Pump
Lock setup
chainlube
Duct tape
Length of Rope
Water bottles/camelback bladder
Rag
I've never done anything remotely as insane as a solo 5 month 4.5K kilometer bike trip, so you vetrans pipe up and point out my glaring ommissions - any advice is appreciated!
(edit) Also, can anyone tell me where i can pick up oversized ziplock bags? thx.