Originally Posted by
Doug64
Something else to consider is insulating one of your front panniers, and dedicate it to
all food products. This allows your to keep drinks cool and carry some perishable items longer. It also simplifies food storage in camp where bears raccoons or other pests could be a problem.
The insulation is fabricated from a cheap sleeping pad and duct tape,
This guy walked by our campsite, while we were eating breakfast, about 15' away. He didn't even look at us. We've had more problems with raccoons than bears.
I like this idea and will do this for my next tour.
So far. Part 1 of Day 1 of the 3 Day Tour was done this morning, from home to work. My buddy is coming to my work place this afternoon at 4 PM, and we are doing Part 2 this afternoon to our first campground. It's a 21 mile ride, unfortunately during rush hour, and we hope to get there by 6:15 or 6:30 PM. It'll give us at least 90 minutes to pitch our tents with some light and then make a quick dinner. And, yes... I have my bug spray with DEET ready in my handlebar bag.