Originally Posted by
spectastic
In addition, I am pretty clueless when it comes to touring. For instance, I didn't realize until a while ago that you guys pack sleeping bags and camping gear. I thought I would just check into motel 6 or something... But that's just me. I'd rather spend 45 bucks a night than having to lug all that gear.
Thats one way to do it. However, keep in mind that you may have to do a short day, or an extra long one, in order to find yourself in a place that has a motel. You might carry an emergency bivy and a space blanket, just in case you have to doss in a ditch one night.