The 2025 Mishigami Challenge starts at 6am on Saturday, July 12, from downtown Chicago. Follow the race with the live tracking! You can also keep up via Instagram by following both the Roving Cyclist and Mishigami Challenge accounts.
And, of course, the most detailed info about my race, prep, and reflections will always be right here, both before and after the race. Make sure you’re subscribed!
I have spent a lot of time going through this packing list, looking at what I’m willing to cut and what I won’t compromise on. As you saw yesterday, I’ve got less storage space this year (with only a half frame bag instead of a full frame bag) than I did last year. That means that I need to be efficient!
There’s a lot of detail to why I’ve chosen the items I have, as well as what lessons from prior editions of the Mishigami Challenge (as well as other bikepacking and randonneuring adventures) that have led me to this exact set of equipent. Watch the video for full details and to see how everything fits onto my bike, or check out the list below for a quick rundown.
Clothing
Bibs: Albion ABR1 Cargo x1, Pactimo Summit Cargo x1
Jersey: Maap…of some sort
Base Layer: Pactimo Zero Weight Sleeveless Base Layer
Socks: Silca Aero x2
Shoes: Lake MX238 Gravel
Helmet: Bell Formula MIPS
Sunglasses: Julbo Ultimate Photochromic
Mitts: Giro Monaco II
Cap: Mishigami Race Cap
Jacket: Pactimo Torrent Rain Jacket
Knee Warmers: Pactimo Storm+
Reflective Vest and Anklets
Camp Clothing: Shorts with a liner, Pactimo Range merino/polyester blend long sleeve tee
Towel: REI Multi Towel Lite
Sleep System
Bivvy: Outdoor Research Helium
Sleeping Bag: Cumulus X-Lite 300
Sleeping Pad: Nemo Tensor Insulated Ultralight
Pillow: Nemo Fillo Elite
Patch Kit
Earplugs
Electronics
Bike Computer: Wahoo Elemnt Bolt v2
Front Light: Outbound Lighting Detour
Headlamp: Black Diamond Storm-R
Rear Lights: Blackburn Dayblazer 65, Amphipod Versa-Light Max, Bontrager Flare RT
Satellite Tracker
Batteries: Nitecore NB 10,000 x2
Wired Headphones
Wall Plug: Anker 67w 3-Port Plug
Charging Cables
Bike Maintenance
Multitool: Blackburn Design Tradesman
Tyre Lever: Pedro’s
Pump: Silca Gravelero
Tubes: Tubolito x2
CO2s (20g) x2 + Inflator Head
Presta/Schraeder Adapter
Tubeless Plugs
Spare Valve Core
Spare Sealant
Chain Lube + Rag
Duct Tape
Derailleur Hanger
Spare Cleats
Pocket Knife
Other Stuff
“Body Creams”: Chamois Cream, Silicone Lube, Sunscreen, Chapstick, Neosporin
Hygiene: Wet Wipes, Hand Sanitizer, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Medicines
First Aid Kit
Drawstring Backpack/Stuff Sack
Microfiber Towel
Lens Wipes
Bike Lock
Voile Strap x2
Wallet, Phone, Keys
Route Notecard
Food
Hydration: Large Bottles x4
Nutrition: Skratch bars and chews, Gu g
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Emergency Food Stash: Bars x4, Lifesavers Gummies
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