Ulrich Bartholmoes's bikepacking kit list for Tour Divide 2023;
Apidura ambassador Ulrich Bartholmoes is known for his minimalist and detail-orientated approach, leading to multiple wins at high profile ultra-distance races. Here's his race-winning setup from the 2023 edition of the Tour Divide, a 4,300km route which spans from Banff, Canada to New Mexico, United States – and is widely considered to be the pinnacle of off-road racing. Ulrich won in a time of 14 days, 3 hours and 23 minutes. Photo credits: @bikesordeath
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Backcountry Saddle Pack (6L)
- Velocio Concept merino long sleeve
- Velocio ultralight jacket
- Velocio ZERO+ Glove
- Velocio merino 210 winter collar
- Velocio arm- and knee warmers
- Velocio rain anorak
- POC ardour rain pants
- Waterproof socks, merino socks
- Insulated jacket
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Backcountry Full Frame Pack (4L)
- Thermarest NeoAir ultra-light sleeping mat
- Emergency blanket
- Zip ties, duck tape
- Derailleur hanger, chain links + chain pieces
- Lube
- Innertubes (2x)
- Needle & thread, tubeless sealant, patches
- Pump + CO2 inflator + cartridges
- Valve adapter & valve cores
- Tire levers
- SOL emergency bivvy
- 1st aid kit / medication
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Backcountry Rear Top Tube Pack (1L)
- Toothbrush + toothpaste, lip balm
- Hygiene wipes
- SRAM AXS Batteries
- CR2032 batteries for shifters
- Passport
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Backcountry Top Tube Pack (1L)
- Powerbank with pass-through function
- Different chargers & cables
- Chamois cream
- Leatherman + multitool
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Backcountry Hydration Backpack (L/XL)
- STYRKR bars x3
- Credit cards
- Phone
- Garmin inReach 2 mini
- Whistle
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Ulrich Bartholmoes - Tour Divide 2023