A cheap plastic ballpoint pen or even a standard pencil will normally do most travel related writing jobs. However, if you write a lot or like a well made, durable pen, then the Ridge Click Pen might be worth checking out. Key features include a 6061 T-6 aluminium machined pen barrel and a “quiet click ceramic ball bearing mechanism with Schmidt® EasyFlow 9000 medium ballpoint.” Available in three colour designs.

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A simple, yet maybe the best way for one person to carry lots of gear. Constructed to provide a water resistant and durable travel bag made from recycled polyamide with TPE laminate. Ergonomically shaped backpack straps for long distance transport and top carry handles to easy manoeuvre the duffel around. The Fjallraven Farden Duffel 50 Bag also has four pockets, including a lockable boot compartment and internal mesh pocket.

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This little gadget helps you recover from both flat tyres and flat vehicle batteries. It has a 12000mAh power bank with battery jump cables and an air compressor pump to inflate your tyres to preset inflation limits. And there's a USB charging port and built-in light. The RAVPower 12000mAh JumpStarter with Air Compressor.

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Traditional design with modern components. Featuring an adjustable dimmer, 450 lumens of LED light with a built-in 2000 mAh 18650 Li-ion powerbank. The Cascade Mountain Tech Monahan Rechargeable Retro Lantern  is “named after an old stop near our offices along the Northern Pacific Railway.’  Available in four colour designs.

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Good for urban, street riding. The RST Loadout Full Zip CE Textile Hood Jacket features a modern “splinter camo pattern.” AA crash protection rated. A loose-fitting design. Jacket is backed with an aramid fibre lining. Sherpa fleece on the inside. And there’s a waterproof lining and a removable hood.

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The ultimate bamboo, reusable travel utensil set. Made from USDA certified organic bamboo, the Bambu Bamboo Utensil Set With Eco-Conscious Pouch includes a full size knife, spoon, and fork. Stain-resistant and anti-microbial. And the carry pouch has a brass D-ring clip.

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Some riders love tanks bags, others, well, not-so-much. The Tucano Urbano TC20 Tank Bag holds 5.5 litres of your gear, has a detachable touch screen compartment for your smartphone, and a rain cover is included with a transparent window. Base is anti–scratch and anti–skid. Easy to securely attach and remove.

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A complete solo camp cooking solution based around a brass alcohol burner and large 985 ml pot, where the pot lid can also function as a smaller 470 ml pot. The Esbit Cookset weighs 530 grams and comes in a mesh carry bag.

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The new Givi X25 Solid Color Helmet is an open face, jet design made from thermoplastic material. The large front visor is Pinlock ready, there’s a pull down sun visor, and the helmet is held in place with a micrometric strap. Ventilation via one upper front slide and back exhaust vent and the inner lining is removable and washable.

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The Field Notes Flora Memo Book features a bright cover design with “vibrant colors and shapes, printed on high-quality 100#C McCoy cover stock from Sappi.” Cover design is by Chicago artist, muralist, and designer Emmy Star Brown.  A three-pack set of 46 page notebooks where one is ruled, one is dot graph, and one is just plain paper.

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A tiny key ring size tyre pressure gauge. The Fumpa Gauge weighs only 30 grams and is designed to clip onto your keyring or bag. Featuring a USB Type-C rechargeable battery solution. Will accept both Presta and Schrader valves and reads tyre pressures up to 17.2 Bar (250psi).

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A classic, elegant design. Technical motorcycle garment. Crash protection from lightweight D3O Ghost™ padding. Waterproof with seam-taped sealing. Zippered vents front and back allow for rider temperature regulation with air flow. The Aether Mulholand Motorcycle Jacket.

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A popular option, even for urban street riders, the Oneal STV Long Sleeve Protector provides a lightweight armour based jacket. Made from a Lycra stretch material with “removable IPX® shoulder and elbow protectors made of polyurethane foam”. And there's also chest, back, and kidney pads. Great ventilation, a large mesh back panel, and full front zipper for easy on and off.

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The Momentum Watch UDT 42mm Black-Ion “retains the classic military-grade toughness and iconic design.” Made to operate in harsh environments, the UDT has solar-charging functionality, a large easy to read digital display under a sapphire crystal with a ceramic bezel. There’s a 200-meter water resistance rating and the wristwatch has a black-ion plated matte stainless steel case.

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Lightweight enduro style jacket. Water-resistant and breathable. Lightweight design made of a four-way stretch softshell material with abrasion and cut resistant elbow and shoulder panels. Large, zippered ventilation to manage rider temperature. Zip-off removable arms. The Leatt Jacket Moto 4.5 Lite.

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A good size travel bag, the Nixon Gamma Backpack is made with a 600D polyester exterior from REPREVE® Our Ocean™ recycled ocean plastics. There’s a 22 litre carry capacity including laptop storage featuring external zipper access. Other key features include skate straps, a water bottle pocket, a zippered stash pocket, and outside gear loop attachment.

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Simple, effective MX rider hand protection. Lightweight slip-on design. Single-layer palm material featuring laser hole perforation for comfort and control. All weather lever grip thanks to silicon printing on the fingertips. The new Troy Lee Designs Ace Glove.

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Although not an essential item for your first aid kit, the Rapid Medical Rats Tourniquet can be an important life saving tool in a motorcyclist’s trauma kit. Made from a “solid vulcanized rubber core with a nylon sheath, combined with a locking mechanism that creates high efficiency” hemorrhage control when applied correctly. Works on all limbs for adults, children, and even your pet dog.

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EVA moulded main compartment for aerodynamic shape. Large 24 litre carry capacity. Harness-style backpack strap system for comfort. D3O pocket for a back protector. Internal laptop sleeve. The ICON Airflite Backpack.

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Lightweight, made from Recover Recycled™ polypropylene, FDA food safe, and BPA-free. Available in three colour designs, the UCO Gear ECO 4-Piece Mess Kit is an ideal camp kitchen set that includes a bowl, a lid that can be used as a plate, the ECO Utility spork, and a reusable tether to hold the kit together. And the lid is leak-resistant with a silicone gasket so the bowl can also function as a food container.

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If you take your phone, camera, torch, or really any electronic gadget, on your outdoor trips you’ll probably need a backup power solution. The Alpkit Juice Holder Power Bank has a tough IP65-rated aluminium body, features an insulated 20,000mAh battery to maintain performance in sub-zero conditions, and has two USB output ports.

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A compact yet powerful tyre inflator. Designed for one-hand use with an auto-stop at set pressures, five preset modes for different applications, and the pump has a digital pressure gauge. The HOTO Electric Air Pump ADV runs on a built-in lithium battery and has a shockproof case.

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A small, portable trauma kit made from water-resistant and lightweight materials with a bi-fold to open design. Hypalon MOLLE panel for attachment options. The My Medic Everyday Carry comes with an array of first aid supplies and medic tools.

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Add a little extra luggage capacity on your next adventure ride with the Lone Rider MiniBag 6L. Made from hypalon fabric, this small bag is waterproof, features a gated G-hook quick attach setup, and also has a MOLLE attachment system. There’s a carry handle for easy transport and tightening straps to ensure the bag’s contents remain secure.

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A tiny, lightweight sleep pad pump. Maybe not an essential hiking tool but certainly handy for the gadget loving outdoors person. The Flextail Zero Pump can inflate your sleeping pad in under a minute. Comes with 6 multi-purpose nozzles and uses a RCR123A rechargeable battery.

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Short cuff design. Lightweight and durable. Featuring a reinforced palm and thumb guard with ARMORTEX anti-abrasion fabric. Armored knuckles and touchscreen friendly. The NBT Clothing Stealth Series Moto Gloves.

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Reduce fatigue and hearing damage with Oxford Filterbuds. Designed to filter out sounds like wind noise but allow you to hear “your engine note, vehicles around you, sirens, alarms and the sounds of other people.” Hypoallergenic TPE construction, noise reduction of - 22dB SNR, and comes with a carry-case and keyring style clip attachment.

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The Outdoor Element Firebiner  is a neat fire-starting, multi-tool carabiner. It functions as a lightweight carabiner to carry small hiking items with a built-in spark wheel to help start a fire or ignite your gas cooker. Plus there’s a bottle opener, small utility blade, and two attachment hang slots.

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Keep all your bike tools safe and secure in one place. The Lone Rider Tool Roll features four pouches to separate and store your tools, parts, and repair or maintenance items. There’s a removable magnetic work pad, YKK zippers, and a G-hook compression system strap. And the roll has 36 elastic loops to help organise your tools.

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An enduro boot designed to protect your feet on long distance, difficult terrain rides. An adjustable FlexLock system reduces forces on your ankle and the boot features aluminum buckles with a sidelock to ensure a good boot closure seal and there's buckle bump protectors. The Leatt Boots 5.5 FlexLock Enduro is available in four colour ways.

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Protect your upper body with the new Thor Sentry Stealth. Made from a stretch mesh fabric to ensure a comfortable fit and good air flow for cooling. Crash protection from chest, back, shoulder, and elbow impact pads. And the pads can be removed for cleaning.

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If you like riding with a small backpack, the Kriega Trail 18 Adventure Backpack is worth considering. Designed as an all-weather, adventure touring bag with a QUADLOC-Lite™ harness for all day comfort, tough 420D Cordura construction, and YKK heavy-duty zips. Waterproof 11-litre main pack, 7-litre zip access compartment, and a hypalon net for extra storage.

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From the Tahnee Seagrave Collection. Injected polycarbonate lens provides optical clarity and a very wide field of view thanks to the viewport design. Soft TPU faceplate. Anti-fog treated. The Fox Vue TS57 Black/Pink Mirror Goggles.

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Designed to mount as either “over the seat“ or to side plate quick release mounts, the Turkana HippoHips Hybrid Saddlebags is a universal luggage solution. Roll-top entry, waterproof, and dustproof soft bag outer with removable inner liner bag. M.O.L.L.E. attachment system. Adjustable carry straps for shoulder or backpack style carry.

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The Leatt Helmet Moto 2.5 has multiple ride comfort and protection features. Vents designed to flow cooling air in low and high speed environments. A washable and breathable liner. And crash protection from 360 ̊ Turbine Technology, “ discs constructed from an energy-absorbing material designed to allow the head to move slightly inside the helmet during a crash reducing rotational, direct, and deflective impact energy.”

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