Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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What's really worth carrying in your cycling bag?
After decades of racing, traveling, working support, and helping riders prepare for events around the world, Josh Poertner has learned that the most valuable items in a race bag are often the ones nobody talks about. Many of them earned their place by solving a problem once, saving a race weekend, or preventing a long drive home from turning into a disaster.
In this video, Josh shares the unexpected cycling essentials that have stayed in his race bag through more than 35 years in the sport. In this video, Josh shares the unexpected cycling essentials that have stayed in his race bag through more than 35 years in the sport. Every item earned its place by solving a real problem, whether it saved a race, simplified travel, or prevented a mistake.
Whether you're building your first race bag, refining your travel cycling bag, preparing for a gravel race, road race, criterium, cyclocross race, mountain bike event, or simply getting ready for weekend rides, these practical ideas can help you avoid common mistakes, stay prepared, and make every ride a little easier.
What has earned a permanent place in your ride bag? Share your best ideas in the comments. We read every comment, and many of your suggestions help inspire future videos.
▬▬▬▬ Links & Resources ▬▬▬▬
Items featured in the video:
• Elettrico Ultimate Mini Pump - silca.cc/collections/elettrico
• Crud Cloth - silca.cc/products/crud-cloth-pack
• Hypalon Strap - silca.cc/products/hypalon-edc-strap-w-boa-closure
• Super Secret Chain Coating - silca.cc/products/silca-super-secret-chain-lube
• Ultimate Tubeless Sealant - silca.cc/products/ultimate-tubeless-sealant
• Italian Army Knife Multi-Tools - silca.cc/collections/multi-tools
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00:00 - Unexpected race bag essentials
00:48 - 3×5 cards and wheel pit reminders
01:39 - Pen and Silver Sharpie
02:05 - Flip-flops, rubbing alcohol and Crud Cloth
03:06 - Multi-tool and special fasteners
04:59 - Spare cleats
06:05 - Modern toe strap
06:53 - Electrical tape
07:15 - Spare cables
07:36 - Pump, lube and sealant
08:32 - Chargers, batteries and USB-C
09:28 - Keep multiples where you need them
10:01 - Safety pins
10:34 - Checkbook and rule book
11:13 - How the ride bag has evolved
12:06 - What would you add?
▬▬▬▬ Follow for more ▬▬▬▬
Subscribe to the SILCA Velo YouTube Channel:youtube.com/@SILCAVelo
SILCA website:silca.cc
SILCA blog:silca.cc/blogs/silca
Instagram:instagram.com/silca_velo
Facebook:facebook.com/SILCAvelo
LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/silca-velo
▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its passion for cycling. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.
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Created by SILCA
© SILCA
#SILCA #cycling #gravelcycling #roadcycling #cyclingtips #beprepared #travelessentials
Glass Breaking Stock Video by Ahmed Ali at Vecteezy.com
Triathlete Photo by Pablo Ulloa on Unsplash.com
Do you have any questions, tips, or ideas about your race bag or travel cycling bag? What item has saved a ride or race and earned a permanent place in your bag? Let us know in the comments below. Let us know in the comments below.
▬▬▬▬ Video Overview ▬▬▬▬
What's really worth carrying in your cycling bag?
After decades of racing, traveling, working support, and helping riders prepare for events around the world, Josh Poertner has learned that the most valuable items in a race bag are often the ones nobody talks about. Many of them earned their place by solving a problem once, saving a race weekend, or preventing a long drive home from turning into a disaster.
In this video, Josh shares the unexpected cycling essentials that have stayed in his race bag through more than 35 years in the sport. In this video, Josh shares the unexpected cycling essentials that have stayed in his race bag through more than 35 years in the sport. Every item earned its place by solving a real problem, whether it saved a race, simplified travel, or prevented a mistake.
Whether you're building your first race bag, refining your travel cycling bag, preparing for a gravel race, road race, criterium, cyclocross race, mountain bike event, or simply getting ready for weekend rides, these practical ideas can help you avoid common mistakes, stay prepared, and make every ride a little easier.
What has earned a permanent place in your ride bag? Share your best ideas in the comments. We read every comment, and many of your suggestions help inspire future videos.
▬▬▬▬ Links & Resources ▬▬▬▬
Items featured in the video:
• Elettrico Ultimate Mini Pump - silca.cc/collections/elettrico
• Crud Cloth - silca.cc/products/crud-cloth-pack
• Hypalon Strap - silca.cc/products/hypalon-edc-strap-w-boa-closure
• Super Secret Chain Coating - silca.cc/products/silca-super-secret-chain-lube
• Ultimate Tubeless Sealant - silca.cc/products/ultimate-tubeless-sealant
• Italian Army Knife Multi-Tools - silca.cc/collections/multi-tools
▬▬▬▬ Video Chapters ▬▬▬▬
00:00 - Unexpected race bag essentials
00:48 - 3×5 cards and wheel pit reminders
01:39 - Pen and Silver Sharpie
02:05 - Flip-flops, rubbing alcohol and Crud Cloth
03:06 - Multi-tool and special fasteners
04:59 - Spare cleats
06:05 - Modern toe strap
06:53 - Electrical tape
07:15 - Spare cables
07:36 - Pump, lube and sealant
08:32 - Chargers, batteries and USB-C
09:28 - Keep multiples where you need them
10:01 - Safety pins
10:34 - Checkbook and rule book
11:13 - How the ride bag has evolved
12:06 - What would you add?
▬▬▬▬ Follow for more ▬▬▬▬
Subscribe to the SILCA Velo YouTube Channel:youtube.com/@SILCAVelo
SILCA website:silca.cc
SILCA blog:silca.cc/blogs/silca
Instagram:instagram.com/silca_velo
Facebook:facebook.com/SILCAvelo
LinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/silca-velo
▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its passion for cycling. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.
▬▬▬▬▬ Credits ▬▬▬▬▬
Created by SILCA
© SILCA
#SILCA #cycling #gravelcycling #roadcycling #cyclingtips #beprepared #travelessentials
Glass Breaking Stock Video by Ahmed Ali at Vecteezy.com
Triathlete Photo by Pablo Ulloa on Unsplash.com
Do you have any questions, tips, or ideas about your race bag or travel cycling bag? What item has saved a ride or race and earned a permanent place in your bag? Let us know in the comments below. Let us know in the comments below.
