Bikepacking Kit List
From Dartmoor crossings to Highland gravel, these are the products we take when the road turns into something more interesting. Build your own bikepacking kit with our lightweight bags, camping gear and essentials for overnight rides and multi-day adventures. Carry less. Ride further.
Bikepacking Kit List
We think we have most of the stuff you will need for your lightweight bikepacking adventures; from lightweight camping mats, down and synthetic sleeping bags, nutrition, shelter, torches and even bike tools. Here is just a small selection of what we do.
Go further. Sleep better. Carry less.
Everything in this collection is chosen to balance weight, packability, durability and simplicity.
The Core Bikepacking Kit
Bikepacking Bags
Keep your gear stable, accessible and out of the wind. Frame bags, seat packs, handlebar rolls and top tube bags designed for rough tracks and long miles.
Sleeping System
Lightweight tents, bivvies and sleep mats that pack small but help you recover properly for tomorrow’s ride.
Cooking & Food
Simple stoves, mugs and cookware for brew stops, quick meals and quiet mornings.
Clothing & Layers
Packable warmth and weather protection that keeps you comfortable without overloading your bags.
Lights & Power
Front lights, head torches and power banks to keep moving when the day runs long.
Tools & Repair Kit
Multi-tools, spares and repair essentials — because self-sufficiency is part of the adventure.
Trusted by Bikepackers, Designed for Adventure
At Alpkit, we specialise in well-thought out, lightweight equipment for self-supported travel. Bikepacking is our thing and here's what we pack thats light enough to travel (weighing around 8kg):
- inflatable airbed
- down sleeping bag
- bivvy bag or small tent
- titanium cook set
- small camping stove with spare gas
- small first aid kit and enviro bug repellent
- pre-prepared food or freeze-dried sachets
- water
- fleece/down jacket in a dry bag
- spare set of clothes and waterproofs in separate dry bags
- headtorch
- snacks
- electrical devices in separate dry bags
- bike spares (pump, oil, multi-tool with chain splitter, inner tube and levers)
- credit card, money and phone
Mountain journal
Grab a brew, kick back and relax with in-depth features, tales of derring-do and Go Nice Place Do Good Things.
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