Originally Posted by
BigBlueToe
2) Be prepared for a huge increase in your appetite. I probably eat close to twice as much on tour as at home - two breakfasts, big snacks throughout the day in addition to a big lunch, and a big dinner. I know there are people who aren't affected this way, but I've also talked to lots of first-time tourers who were amazed at how much they were eating. I spent a lot more money on my first big tour than I had expected, and the biggest reason was the amount of food I was eating.
I already eat this way, so is it worth expecting to change? I eat this way now because I'm active all day--swimming in the morning, bike commute, running in the afternoon, commute home, and hours spent working as a trainer. I figure my exertion touring will be about the same...perhaps even less?