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Posted by chief
- October 06, 2011, 17:23:03 PMThe further west you get the more fuel becomes a problem. Don't let yourself get too low and don't pass up a chance to fill up. Can't tell you if there will 100 mile stretches... don't know your route. You can look that stuff up too if you think it will be a problem. It is NOT like east of the MS.
CROSSWiNDS! The crosswinds in the plains are worse than you think... be prepared for them. They will tire you out quickly and push you around a LOT.Have saline nasal spray - the dry heat will kill your sinuses. Be sure and have a lot of water. We use mesh jackets and soak our tshirts as often as possible. Last time we were in Bozeman it was 106 degrees. It gets cool at night and stays relatively cool until noon or a bit later... then it gets blazing hot. You will probably need a jacket in the mornings. Things tend to fill up, ensure you have a place to sleep that doesn't push you too much to get there.
Get a SPOT personal tracker. http://www.outdoorsafetygps.com/ It might save your life. Ensure folks know where you are and where you should be... I always travel armed, but that's up to you and how you handle that will depend upon your route.
Tunes will help... it can get boring.
Ensure you bike is in top shape, fresh oil, coolant checked etc. GOOD TIRES... the heat can really take its toll. PLENTY of water breaks!
Posted by racemom91
- October 06, 2011, 10:30:25 AMI am planning to ride my drifter from my home in Waterloo Indiana to Bozeman Montana next summer. It's about 1600 miles and I'm thnking 4 days of riding just to get there, unless I stop to sight see along the way. While I have my basic route figured out and approximately where I will stay each night, I need to know a few things, such as:
Am I going to hit stretches where I will not be able to fuel up every 100 miles? And if so, about where? Areas to avoid, keep in mind I'll probably be traveling alone? Anything that is an absolute "must see" en route? Or a place that is an awesome stay over spot? I am planning to take mostly highways, especially in Iowa as I am not fond at all of riding on gravel! Any tips or advice is greatly appreciated!
Cheryl