Tour Divide Rider Survey: Essential Gear Insights for New Riders

Tour Divide Rider Survey: Essential Insights and Trends

The Tour Divide Rider Survey offers invaluable insights into gear choices, strategies, and experiences shared by riders who have tackled this iconic bikepacking route. Planning your Tour Divide adventure can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to selecting the right gear. The One of Seven Project’s Tour Divide Rider Survey aims to take the guesswork out of bikepacking by consolidating essential gear insights from experienced riders into one comprehensive resource. This Tour Divide Rider Survey helps new riders by revealing the most effective gear, tools, and clothing, making your planning process smoother and more informed.

We understand that not all bikepackers have the same level of knowledge, so our survey provides valuable guidance to those seeking confirmation of their gear choices. However, nothing beats personal experience, so we encourage you to test different gear to find what works best for you.

Explore our survey results to simplify your preparation and avoid common mistakes. For additional help, check out our article on the Most Common Mistakes Bikepackers Make.

If you haven’t participated in the survey yet, please use the links below. Remember to follow the examples for responses to ensure accurate results. Your cooperation is appreciated!

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RESULTS

Tour Divide Rider Survey Results: Key Takeaways and Trends

Covers: bikes, suspension, tires & wheels, drivetrain, and Components.

Covers: navigation planning, camping, logistic/travel, clothes, and more.

Take the Tour Divide Rider Survey

Participate in the Tour Divide Rider Survey and Share Your Insights

Covers: bikes, suspension, tires & wheels, drivetrain, and Components.

Covers: navigation planning, camping, logistic/travel, clothes, and more.

Tour Divide Planning Aids

Click “Buy Now” button below to visit our store with larger examples and more details.

Our Tour Divide Planning Aids include four distinct styles to help you plan your ride:

  • The Data Sheet: Offers the most detailed information, including distance, elevation +/-, resupply options, notes and more for key POI.
  • Town List: provides cumulative distances between POI, and does the math so you don't have to.
  • Mileage Chart and Elevation Gain Chart: are simple graphs showing cumulative mileage and elevation gain between POI.
  • Tour Divide Maps: Explore our companion Ride with GPS maps to visualize the route, identify POIs, and download files for offline navigation.

Data Sheet - $25.00

Town List ONLY available as part of Small / Big Bundle

Mileage Chart and Elevation Gain Chart ONLY available as part of Big Bundle

Small Bundle – $40.00  *You save $10 when you bundle!

Big Bundle – $60.00  *You save $20 when you bundle!

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More Helpful TD Resources

Everything you need to plan a bikepacking trip on the Tour Divide.

Tour Divide Planning Aids: Resupply, Mileage, and More

Checkout our full line of Tour Divide Planning Aids at our store. Choose from NOBO and SOBO / US standard and metric.

Tour Divide: My Prove Triple Crown Bikepacking Gear

  • Proven Bikepacking Gear | Tested on the Tour Divide & Triple Crown

A detailed look at what I used on the Tour Divide, what worked and what didn’t.

Tour Divide Gear: What Worked Well and What’s Even Better

In depth look at what I would bring for gear and why, Tour Divide | What Worked Well and What’s Even Better.

Tour Divide Rider Survey: Essential Gear Insights for New Riders

Curios to know what gear other riders used to get to the finish line? Checkout our Rider Surveys to find out what works or to take the survey yourself.

Ultimate Guide to Tour Divide: Route, Resources, and More

Checkout our bikepacking resource page for more planning help.