>>1029299>whereSouthern alps of nz in summer. I haven't done any cycle touring there but a few years ago i spent 8 months working in the region, mostly outside.
>rain gearI have a good shell rainjacket. Normally in the wild i wear a pair of goretex boots (can stand in a creek and not get wet), but the soles are too thick to ride in and they're quite heavy. Wet feet do suck. I haven't decided if i'll buy some spd shoes or wear my onitsuka tigers with straps & cages. What do you think on waterproof shoes vs shoe covers? The tigers are leather and water resistant but they wouldn't stay dry for ever. I dont really mind getting my legs wet in shorts or my hands wet in gloves though.
>Having more than one set of off-the-bike clothingIt's all bike clothing. I wouldn't ride in the bibs/ jersey every day.
>trowelGood idea, although there are a LOT of public toilets in NZ. It would make free camping easier for sure.
>facial hair maintenancenaw lol
>first aidYeah ok i'll put together a more comprehensive kit with something to clean wounds.
>What I really recommend is taking a few small-scale trips before the big one.I will definitely do this, thanks.
