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Old 07-06-10 | 04:39 PM
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From: Victoria, BC

Bikes: Surly Krampus, Surly Straggler, Pivot Mach 6, Bike Friday Tikit, Bike Friday Tandem, Santa Cruz Nomad

Without getting scientific of pulling out a calculator I tend to assume I'll need one extra major meal per day if I'm touring fully loaded in the mtns. I may eat a bit more each meal, I may snack heavily or I may eat 4 normal sized meals. I don't bother trying to set up a specific plan as each tour is different.

I would suggest you listen to your body and if you feel like you need more food/water make sure you feed the engine. I do carry a lot of snack type food [nuts, jerky, dried fruit, chocolate, fruit, etc...] so I can eat while riding if I want to.
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