
Cygolite
Cygolite front and rear light set
A throw forward and a flash behind, on mounts that stay put.
Buy this early
Often about $86
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A front light, a red rear flasher, a tall flag, a lock you use every time you get off, a seat cover, and a pump with a spare tube.
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Cygolite
A throw forward and a flash behind, on mounts that stay put.
Buy this early
Often about $86
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Kryptonite
A U-lock for every time you get off, including right outside camp.
Buy this early
Often about $110
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Bike
A tall flag so the rider behind you can see you.
A pole and a flag, or a pool noodle from camp.
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A drawstring cover for a cruiser seat. The listing opens on black velour.
Often about $20
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Bike
A pump, a spare tube, and levers, so a flat isn't a long walk.
A pump, a tube, and levers, bought together.
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A dry-film lube so playa dust does not turn the chain into paste.
Check the bottle size on the listing before you budget.
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Black Diamond
A headlamp with a red mode for camp and a white beam for the work.
Often about $43
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