I ended up doing 3 days and it was wonderful. The ride went off without a hitch. The information I got off this site was priceless. Now I need to make some minor adjustments to my gear. I've ordered a Nashbar front rack so that I can even out the load some. I packed too many clothes. I found out that fruit and canned food are heavy and that I can go a long way on ramen noodles and pbj. The only thing about the Katy is that it goes through some long stretches where you don't have easy access to groceries. I much prefer staying in the quiet, small villages rather than the big-town camping areas. The best thing about the Katy is the peace and quiet. You don't have traffic to contend with. Riding into a town after a few days on the trail is like sticking your head in a lawnmower.
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