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Old 12-07-12, 04:06 PM
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Pulled the Trigger!

This is all really coming together and it is exciting.

Got the bike ordered. Should be ready in May.

Ordered:

Duffle Bag: https://thetouringstore.com/ORTLIEB/O...ACK%20PAGE.htm
Sleeping Quilt: https://www.enlightenedequipment.com/revelation.html
Tent: https://www.rei.com/product/827914/bi...-spur-ul3-tent
Sleeping Pad: https://www.rei.com/product/828460/re...ad#video-inner
Pillow: https://www.rei.com/product/830617/exped-air-pillow
Custom Touring Bike: https://www.bilenky.com/Midlands_Main_Page.html

Got in the mail front and back Ortlieb Panniers!


EXCITING!!!!!!


---I thank so many people for their help in teaching and educating me. I appreciate it. I know some will not agree with what I got but for me, this is all a learning experience and it is a he11 of a lot of fun!---

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this is all a learning experience and it is a he11 of a lot of fun!---
The learning and fun are just beginning

Best wishes in your new venture-Travel safe and have fun!
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Awesome bud!
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There is only one thing better than lying down to go to sleep after a great day of sights and sounds from riding and that is opening the door to your tent in the morning and realizing you get to do it all over again.

The only person that has to agree with you is that guy in the mirror

Happy journeys friend

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Where are you going on your first tour with the new rig?
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Very excited for you, Chef! You're getting a fabulous bike.
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expensive hobby this auld touring lark
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