Originally Posted by
Jarrett2
Good stuff. Definitely bringing a chain lock. Definitely going to have a bunch of Clif bars. I like the idea of taking the chain whip. I like the spare rack bolt idea as well. Zip ties are probably a good bet too. I'm starting to wonder if I could get by with a rack rider type truck bag and front panniers. I might just take all the bags for the experience of riding loaded. I'll pass by bike shops in two towns on the way, so I can pick stuff up if needed.
I read one thread on packing panniers of the idea of packing 'dirty-side' 'clean-side'..Example: toilet kit, towel, shower shoes, lounge/swim trunks in one bag (say front pannier RT side) While clean clothes the other. Rear- one side tent, stove cooking gear and the other sleeping bag, etc...
Haven't tried it yet...can see the efficiency though, same items in the same place everytime, so when you have find something in the dark or set up.