Originally Posted by
HobbesOnTour
I don't know anything about your health situation, or your overall condition, but every idea deserves a bit more than 24 hours of discussion, no?
Maybe I'm being incredibly simple, but if hills are the issue, is it not possible to avoid them?
It seems to me that the most important factor is already in place - a well trained dog. No amount of conditioning or gearing will compensate for a dog that can't be trusted.
Of course, it's your decision. and I mean no disrespect. As someone with a similar dream it hurts a little to see the idea dismissed so quickly.
In any case, the best of luck with your touring!
Thanks! I see from your location, hills might not be a concern, but I live in southern British Columbia where hills and mountianous
terrain are all around me. Even on my easier tours along the west coast of the States there are some steep climbs. The trip I am
considering is going from the south-west side of Canada to the south-east side. The first many days involve a lot of mountains, and
there are a lot of hills once I cross the prairies. I'm 72+ and a bit overweight compared to my former touring days, so I'm taking all
this into consideration...it is a dream, but I have to be realistic as well. As I said, the mind is still saying 'let's do it' but the body is
saying 'I don't think it's in the cards.' Both my mind and my body are in agreement that it's doable going solo though.
I value "djb" comments. They're coming from experience and a well grounded fellow that tells it 'straight up' and as it is.