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Stuff we like

We have been together since 2003 and have been camping ever since.

First travelling by motorbike and as from 2009, mostly by bicycle.

Technology never stops and this also results in new and more relevant products becoming available.

There are some exceptions but always remember,

specifications and functionalities are much more important than the brand name.

For the list of "Stuff we like", there was only one simple criteria :

"If the product breaks down or gets lost, we would without any hesitation replace it with exactly the same or an updated version of the same."

We are not doing detailed reviews as there is already enough of it on many websites and social media.

Unfortunately, a growing number of wannabees, copycats, bullshit artists and opportunists are promoting products and services, not making it easier for you to make up your mind.

Our simple suggestion is not to ask others what products to buy, but ask what is important for them. From this feedback you can make up your own requirements and try to stick to it when making a decision.

The below is as such our preference only and may not be the ideal choice for you.

If you need more info on anything specific, feel free to send us an email.

Pack-option list

For 20 years, we have not bothered making a packing list. A couple of days before we left on a trip, we just started putting all the stuff in the living room and that has been working fine.

But ..... , sometimes, we did forget some small things and we decided to at least create a Pack-option list, allowing us to do a quick check before leaving the house.

It just lists up all the stuff we may consider taking with us. Final choice will depend on the type of trip, season, duration, etc..

On the list is some overlap and common names (like "tent"), so there are still a lot of decisions to be made.

This will always be work in progress and we'll review it after a trip (if we do not forget to use it).

Cycling stuff

Touring Bicycles

Touring bicycles for the long trips, mainly on paved roads, allowing us to take maximum of luggage for a comfortable camping holiday.

We have: Santos Travelmaster 2.9

Offroad bicycles

Adventure bikes for long trips, mainly offroad on gravel or forest path. Taking far less luggage and not the intention to camp or cook every day if an affordable alternative is available.

We have: Santos Adventure Lite

Foldable Bicycles

Foldable bike, the ideal companion when going somewhere by car or train.

We have: Brompton

Cargo Trailer

A lightweight cargo trailer, for more bulky shopping, trips to the containerpark or whenever we go somewhere by bike and the load does not fit on the bike.

We have: Burley flatbed cargo trailer

Helmets

Do your family and friends a favour by buying good helmets for yourself, certainly if you care about saving your brain.

The Helmet Lab of the Virginia Tech publishes an independent review on helmets evaluating the helmet's ability to reduce linear acceleration and rotational velocity.

We have: Sweet Protection Falconer with MIPS

Cycle Sandals

Sandals with cleats as an alternative for clipless cycling shoes, ideal for non competitive cycling during the summer months.

Dirk has: Shimano sandals

Locks

ART approved locks, locking the bike and securing it to a fixed object. For overnight securing, we always use 2 locks. For securing the bike when in eyesight, we use a simple lightweight numberlock.

We have: tex-lock Eyelet with X-lock

Straps

Straps to bind or attach anything to your bike. Straps replace the old fashioned elastic binders, are adjustable in lenght and can be extended by using multiple straps. Available in different colours.

We have: Fixplus+

Handlebar Mounts

Ball type mounts. Balls are fixed to all our bicycles, the same holders for telephone, action camera, gps or drone remote are used with the standard ball connectors.

We have: RamMounts

Camping stuff

Touring tent

A lightweight tent with a sleeping compartment and a seperate vestibule area, providing enough space to spend time and cook during bad weather.

Preferably mountable in bad weather without affecting the inside.

We have: Hilleberg Nallo 3GT (3.20kg)

Adventure tent

A freestanding tent which can be mounted without having to use pegs (eg. in a barn or shelter) and can also be used without the outer shell in warm weather or covered areas.

Having less space inside but also offering protection for bags under the outer shell only.

We have: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Bikepack