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From: Washington County, Vermont, USA
Bikes: 1973-4 Gitane Tour de France, early 1970's Lejeune, 1970 Italvega Super Speciale, 2010 Surly Long Haul Trucker 26
Originally Posted by
Salamandrine
That's the right attitude. Most people bring too much stuff. I've never crossed the country but I have not had a problem with one pair of panniers and being out 3-4 weeks. I would suggest you use the rear rack to bungee on a dry bag with your tent, sleeping bag and pad; and a pair of lightweight sandals or running shoes.
My plan exactly!