What to bring to a mountain biking camp

A mountain biking camp needs more than bikes and tents. You need protective gear for every rider, enough water for each route, and repair equipment for punctures or loose parts. Camping supplies should cover sleeping, lighting and weather protection, while tables and cooking equipment keep the base camp workable. Use this list to shop early, then check quantities against the number of riders, nights and planned groups.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 30
Picnic benchesqty 4
Tableclothsqty 6
Clothes racksqty 2

Camping

Camping tentsqty 12
Sleeping matsqty 30
Sleeping bagsqty 30
Cushionsqty 30
Tent lightsqty 15
Herringqty 100
Guy ropesqty 24

Sports equipment

Mountain bikesqty 30
Bike helmetsqty 30
Reflective vestsqty 30
Bike glovesqty 30
Bottle holdersqty 30
Water bottlesqty 40
Route arrowsqty 40
Ribbon markingqty 4
Conesqty 20
Skipping ropesqty 6
Balance boardsqty 4
Bicycle standsqty 6

Equipment

Bike pumpsqty 6
Tire leversqty 12
Multi-toolsqty 6
Spare inner tubesqty 30
Bike repair standsqty 2
Cable tiesqty 100
Bicycle chain lubricantqty 4
Bike brushesqty 6
Bike locksqty 15
Flashlightsqty 15
Walkie-talkiesqty 8
Power banksqty 6
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4

Kitchen

Gas burnersqty 3
Gas cylindersqty 4
Cooking potsqty 4
Coolersqty 6
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 6

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 40
Reusable bowlsqty 40
Reusable cupsqty 50
Cutlery setsqty 40
Serving traysqty 6

Lighting

String lightsqty 4
Battery lanternsqty 6

Safety

First aid kitsqty 3
Emergency blanketsqty 10
Whistlesqty 8
Emergency blanketsqty 10

Decorations

Welcome sign
Route mapsqty 35
Name badgesqty 35
Waterproof markersqty 12

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 6
Litter pickersqty 3
Bucketsqty 6
Washing-up tubsqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- Multigrain rolls - 60 pieces
- Whole wheat wraps - 40 pieces
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Peanut butter - 4 jars
- Strawberry jam - 3 jars
- Chocolate sprinkles - 2 packs
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Turkey breast - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 1 kilo
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Semi-skimmed milk - 12 liters
- Yogurt - 8 liter
- Oatmeal - 4 kilos
- Muesli - 3 kilos
- Bananas - 60 pieces
- Apples - 60 pieces
- Oranges - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 6 kilos
- Cucumbers - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 5 kilos
- Bell peppers - 30 pieces
- Carrots - 5 kilos
- Lettuce - 10 heads
- Potatoes - 10 kilos
- Rice - 5 kilo
- Whole grain pasta - 5 kilos
- Pasta sauce - 10 jars
- Diced tomatoes - 12 cans
- Kidney beans - 8 cans
- Chickpeas - 8 cans
- Corn - 8 cans
- Chicken breast - 6 kilo
- Vegetarian burgers - 40 pieces
- Garlic - 10 bulbs
- Onions - 5 kilo
- Olive oil - 2 liters
- Salt - 1 kilo
- Black pepper - 250 grams
- Paprika powder - 250 gram
- Italian herbs - 200 grams
- Curry powder - 200 grams
- Mayonnaise - 2 liter
- Ketchup - 2 liters
- Mustard - 1 liter
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Energy gels - 60 pieces
- Raisins - 3 kilos
- Nut mix - 3 kilo
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Crackers - 8 packs
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Apple juice - 8 cartons
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 120 bottles
- Sports drink - 60 bottles
- Coffee - 1 kilo
- Tea - 200 bags
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Cocoa powder - 1 kilo
- Lemons - 20 pieces
- Ice cubes - 15 kilos
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Paper napkins - 300 pieces

Tips

Allow one properly fitting helmet, reflective vest and water bottle per rider, plus at least two spare bottles for the group. Pack gloves for every participant rather than relying on shared equipment.
Bring at least one spare inner tube per five riders, along with tire levers, pumps and multi-tools. Check bike compatibility before the camp; replacement parts bought on the day may not fit.
For each tent, count sleeping mats and sleeping bags separately, then add one spare mat and sleeping bag for every 10 campers. Pack tent lights and extra batteries before leaving for the campsite.
Keep chilled food in the correct storage until it reaches camp. Plan roughly 2–3 litres of drinking water per rider per riding day, increasing that amount in hot weather or on long routes.
Mark route turns before the first ride using arrows and ribbon, and keep cones available at camp for skills practice. Pack cable ties as quick fixes for loose signs, bags and minor equipment problems.

Frequently asked questions

How many water bottles do I need for a mountain biking camp?: Plan one bottle per rider for each ride, with enough spare bottles to replace lost or damaged ones. As a baseline, provide 2–3 litres of drinking water per rider per riding day, more in hot weather.
How many spare inner tubes should I pack for a bike camp?: Pack at least one spare inner tube for every five riders, and bring more if the routes are rocky or remote. Add tire levers, pumps and multi-tools so the tubes can actually be fitted on the trail.
What camping gear does each participant need?: Each camper needs a tent space, sleeping mat, sleeping bag and a light source. Count one complete sleeping setup per person, then add at least one spare setup for every 10 campers.
When should I buy and check the mountain biking camp supplies?: Buy food, spare parts and route-marking materials at least 3–7 days before camp. Check bikes, helmets, pumps and repair tools 1–2 days before departure, and chill perishable food as close to transport time as possible.

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