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Old 06-25-2017, 07:05 PM
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4 week road trip - stuff to bring?!
I think I have most bases covered for my 4 weeks of riding up mountains with the bicycle+motorcycle.. but I figured I'd cover my bases! I leave in 1 week.

Anything the collective thinks I should bring a spare of that would be inconvenient or annoying to acquire on the road?

Obviously got the basics covered - tubes, extra tire, chain links, spoke tool, allen wrenches, etc.

I'll be riding a hydro disc, thru axle bike with my climbing gears.
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Old 06-25-2017, 07:09 PM
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sounds like an awesome time!

are you camping or hoteling it? what's your plan for clean kit?

a leatherman, handful of zip ties and duct tape have proven invaluable regardless. a spare shift cable too.
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Old 06-25-2017, 08:18 PM
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Hotels unless I can't find one, then minimal camping (bivvy+pad+sack.) Since I have no schedule, I have no hotel reservations. Might end up sleeping in a ditch, who knows!

So yeah, sink washing every night, 2 kits.. wet kit in a mesh bag strapped to the motorcycle to finish drying for the next climb.

Leatherman Crunch, zip ties, duct tape, spare shifter cable - check!

Everything is looking open except Mt. Harrison, so I am now more worried about heat than snow.. but we'll see!

I have drops available in Idaho and Colorado if necessary (and I'm sure I could find some paceliners to accept FedEx if required, right guys?)
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you will be fine, this is America after all, enjoy your adventure.

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you will be fine, this is America after all, enjoy your adventure.
I'm with Weisan, you're good to go.
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Not sure where you'll be, but I'm just south of Denver and I'd be happy to help in any way if the need arises. I'll PM contact info.
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Gummy bears.
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dental floss...especially with gummy bears
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Spare derailleur hanger
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Bring a water filter, mocha pot and good coffee.

Most here will be happy to help, so reach out if you get in a jam. Have a blast and let us know about your adventures.
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Will you please post a picture of the moto carrying the pedal bike?
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Whoa, cool!

Now post a photo while doing a wheelie.
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Old 06-26-2017, 02:45 AM
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All set to go I guess .. All the best for your ride.
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Hotels unless I can't find one, then minimal camping (bivvy+pad+sack.) Since I have no schedule, I have no hotel reservations. Might end up sleeping in a ditch, who knows!
Perfect! 4 weeks with no fixed plan sounds like a great vacation. Enjoy the trip!
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