Quote Originally Posted by Grog
I am going for a week-long tour in a few weeks and taking only three pairs of shorts. Every night I wash the pair I was wearing during the day in the shower. The next day it won't always be totally dried so I have a spare just in case...
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Ditto what Grog says. In addition, I tie a mesh camping bag to my rear rack so anything that didn't dry overnite can dry by day while I ride. I always bring exactly 3 sets of riding clothes too! And of course arm and leg warmers, and a goretex jacket to layer it up or down as needed.