Hygiene
The Best Bikepacking Wash Kit and Camp Hygiene
Six items from $10 to $22, including the one that decides whether day three happens. What to carry, what to decant, and what to leave at home.
The Bikepacker's Guide to Hygiene
Health is wealth.
Saddle sores and sunburn can end a trip faster than a mechanical. We review Personal Care items for the long haul.
The Criteria
We prioritize effectiveness and size:
- Concentration: Is the soap concentrated to save weight?
- Packaging: Is the container leak-proof?
- Multi-use: Can the balm be used for lips and chafing?
Our curated lists below cover the essentials.
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Hygiene reviews
Hygiene
Staying Clean on a Multi-Day Trip
The three things that actually matter for hygiene on the bike, what causes saddle sores, and a wash kit that weighs about 260 grams.
Products we've scored
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Chamois Butt'r
Chamois Butt'r Original Anti-Chafe Cream (8oz)
Saddle Sores 4.5
/5
Rainleaf
Rainleaf Microfiber Travel Towel (48 x 24 in)
Camp Hygiene 4.5
/5
Dr. Bronner's
Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (8oz)
Camp Washing 4.4
/5
Combat Wipes
Combat Wipes ACTIVE Outdoor Wet Wipes (2-Pack)
Dry Camp 4.1
/5
Surviveware
Surviveware Biodegradable Shower Wipes
Dry Camp 4.1
/5
Unpaste
Unpaste Fluoride Toothpaste Tablets (125ct)
Camp Hygiene 4.1
/5
Frequently Asked Questions
Chamois Cream?
Essential for multi-day trips to prevent saddle sores. Apply liberally before every ride and reapply if needed.
Leave No Trace?
Pack it in, pack it out. This applies to everything, including toilet paper. Carry a trowel for cat holes.
How do I shower in the wild?
Baby wipes (pack them out!) are the standard 'shower'. Alternatively, a dip in a stream (no soap in the water!) or a dedicated portable shower bag.
First aid essentials?
Antiseptic wipes, ibuprofen, bandages, and blister pads. Don't pack a hospital. Just enough to treat minor issues or stabilize major ones until help arrives.
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