Being ready while out on the mountain bike track is very important and it's always good to pack more equipment the longer it would take to get to a help point. There are a few important necessities you should also make regardless of the skill level of cycling that you are at.

The first necessity, for anyone taking on bike riding, should be to have a well prepared first aid kit. You can buy biker specific first aid kits, that are especially designed to fit snug in a small pack, under the seat alternatively in saddlebags. A well prepared first aid kit will include band-aids, antiseptic, pain killers and bandages.

Another important necessity is to have a good bike tool kit and there many types available as to the type of bike you have and the tools you want it to include. The very standard tool kit should have the required tools needed to repair a flat tire and will fit easily under your seat or in a saddlebag. Other tools to look for are Allan keys, small wrench and a Swiss army knife to name just a few.

Another important piece of equipment to include is a spare mountain bike chain and a tool called a chain breaker. Most experienced bikers realize how easy it is to break a chain on the trails and the problem it can be. Broken chain can usually be repaired but it's not worth the risk of being left without a chain in some remote area.

One last thing that is vital to include on your mountain cycle trail is a portable air pump. These pumps come in many designs and sizes and can be purchased specifically to fit your bike. Most pumps can fit on the frame, under the seat or in saddlebags, and often the bike repair kit includes one.

All good mountain cycle equipment are designed to be light weight and easily kept on your bike. It's not worth the risk traveling away from help without then because being prepared with the right mountain biking equipment can save you many headaches and problems.