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Travel Tips

What to Put in a Mountain Biking and Hiking First Aid Kit

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I finally did it!  After a couple of years of saying, “We should put together a first aid kit,” every time we go hiking or mountain biking, I FINALLY put together an official mountain biking and hiking first aid kit.  And what perfect timing!  Target had the cutest first aid bag that comes free with a purchase.  Plus they had a more masculine red bag with the traditional red cross symbol on the front in white for Bikeman.  So I got one of each.  Now we have a first aid kit ready to go in each of our vehicles for whenever we want to ride or hike!

Glenn and his mountain bike | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

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What to Put in a Mountain Biking and Hiking First Aid Kit

We’re also learning as we get older that the same trails we used to hike cause a few more aches and pains than they used to.  So now I include BENGAY® products to soothe and relieve all our sore joints and muscles after the trails.

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  • BENGAY® Ultra Strength Cream:  For deep, penetrating muscle and joint pain relief.  Temporarily relives minor aches and pains such as strains, bruises, or sprains.  Use only as directed.  For adult and children over 12.
  • antibiotic ointment:  I got Neosporin Antibiotic Ointment + Pain, Itch, Scar. 
  • Benadryl Anti-Itch Topical Spray  
  • aspirin, ibuprofen, and/or naproxen:   For everything from headaches to muscle aches.
  • antihistamine:  Especially if you already know you have reactions to certain insects, plants, or even foods.
  • alcohol and/or alcohol wipes:  To disinfect wounds and/or tweezers.
  • adhesive bandages, various sizes:  For small cuts and scrapes.
  • cloth or athletic tape:   To tape up twisted ankles or blisters.  It can be used to tape gauze over larger wounds.
  • elastic bandage: These are bulky, but they are great for wrapping around splints if you’re dealing with a fracture or simply supporting a rolled ankle.
  • gauze pads:  For burns and large cuts.
  • gauze roll:   For wrapping injuries or large burns.
  • moleskin:   For preventing and treating blisters.
  • molefoam:   To pad a blister.
  • swabs:  To apply creams or alcohol to wounds.
  • tweezers:   For removing splinters, cactus spines, or ticks.
  • latex or nitril gloves:   For treating a patient’s wounds.
  • scissors or pocket knife:  To cut moleskin or gauze or remove clothing around an injury. 
  • duct tape:   It really does fix everything!  Helpful to remove those tiny prickles if you ever bump into a cactus.
  • paper and pencil:   For notes if you need to take vitals.
  • plastic bag:  Always useful for an assortment of things.

Here’s what the inside of Bikeman’s new first aid kit looks like:

DIY first aid kit from target | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

I’m keeping the Oh Joy bag for myself!  I love the different colors and patterns inside.

Oh Joy DIY first aid kit from Target | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

Please follow the directions on all the medications before applying or taking internally!

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Target had a special display set up to encourage customers to “Build Your Own First Aid Kit”.  Great idea!  

first aid bag in store photo target | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

Hopefully you won’t ever need to use this first aid kit but it’s much better to be prepared and not use it than to not have a kit when you need it!

If you enjoyed reading about our mountain biking and hiking first aid kit, you might also like these articles:

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  • How to Make a Cute Girl’s First Aid Kit for Your Purse
  • The Ultimate Beginning’s Guide to Hiking

Thanks for reading!  Leave a comment and let me know if you have a first aid kit.

‘Til the next project,

 Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim

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  1. cathy says

    July 17, 2017 at 8:26 am

    What a great checklist for when mountain biking and a great way to be prepared for anything! {client}

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