ATV Trip Checklist
ATV Tool Kit
- Dealer Provided Make/Model Tools (most ATVs come with a set included)
- Allen Wrench Set
- Pliers
- Vise grips
- One changeable screwdriver flat head/phillips head
- One additional flat-head screwdriver (two flat-heads can be used to get a tire back on a rim)
- Swiss Army Knife /Multi-tool
- T-Handle Socket Set
- Axle Wrench (with extension bar if necessary)
- Small high power flash light or head lamp (+ extra batteries)
- Tow Strap (and/or winch for extreme conditions or advanced riding)
- Extra hardware, nuts and bolts (they take up very little room and can come in handy)
ATV Tire Tools
- Tire Pressure Gauge
- Tire Plug Kit
- CO2 canister or 12 volt air compressor
Fasteners
- Duct Tape (Wrap some around a nail or pencil; you can also find small rolls online. Duct tape can also be used to create an emergency splint.)
- Zip ties
- Super glue (Can also be used to seal small cuts in an emergency.)
- Epoxy (like JB Weld)
ATV Equipment
- Extra gas
- Racks
- Waterproof storage containers (bags/storage boxes)
- Ratchet straps for securing gear
ATV Riding Gear
- Helmet
- Boots
- Wind breaker
- Rain suit
- Gloves
- Goggles
- Sun glasses
ATV Survival Gear
- Cell phone (+charger/battery)
- Maps/gps
- First aid kit
- ATV trail riding survival kit (this link will take you to a more detailed article for putting together your own ATV survival kit)
- Small ax or portable saw for clearing downed trees
- Swiss army knife/multi-tool
- Gun & ammo
- Satellite phone (+charger/battery)
Extras
- Camera (+charger/battery)
- Glasses (prescription/reading/sun glasses)
- Prescription meds
- ID/drivers license
- Money/credit cards
- Book
- Music
- Fishing gear
- Deck of cards
- Walkie talkies
- Wine/booze bladder
- Day pack
Kitchen Kit
- Water/filter
- Meal plan/food (+72 hours emergency supplies)
- Quick energy snacks
- Instant Coffee/tea/hot chocolate
- Dried creamer/sugar
- Spices
- Fire starter (take two separate types of fire starter – lighter, waterproof matches, flint fire starter)
- Stove + fuel
- Nesting Pots/pans (w/lids)
- Silverware
- Plates/cups
- Sharp knife for food prep and survival
- Trash bags and a way to pack out trash
Camping Gear
- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Extra strong tent stakes
- Tarp
- Head lamp/flashlight/lantern (+charger/battery)
- Camp chair (nice to have if you have the room)
- Storage bags
- Bear spray (if needed)
- Rope (for hanging rain tarp and food in bear regions)
- Small collapsible shovel (for digging back country toilet) or portable backcountry toilet kit (for areas where packing out waste is required)
- Storage for toilet waste (if necessary)
Toiletries
- Biodegradable soap (multi use for body & kitchen)
- Toothbrush / paste
- Deodorant
- Sunblock
- Bug/mosquito repellent
- Razor (if needed)
- Toilet paper
- Small package of baby wipes (if you have the space)
- Storage bag
Clothing
General Riding Clothing
2 – 3 sets of riding/lounging outfits:
- Long pants
- Long sleeve shirt (better for sun and trail protection)
- Underwear
- Socks
- Storage bags
*if space is very limited pack 2 separate outfits – wear one/wash one. Supplement with clean underwear and socks. Choose quick drying fabrics vs. denim. They’re easier to wash on the trail and they dry quicker.
Cold Weather Clothing
- Extra warm jacket
- Fleece pants
- Wind jacket
- Wind pants
- Long johns (for sleeping and riding)
- Extra warm socks
- Gloves
- Hat
- Buff
Warm Weather Clothing
- Swim suit
- Water shoes
- Sun hat