DO NOT OVER PACK. When you are laying out your gear put half of it back before you even leave townGo read Crazy Guy on a Bike and look for similar rides, also Adventure Cycling. Consider having items mailed to you and then your mailing items "home" as you move north, depending on the time of year you could have rain. The advantage of going in a group is the sharing of the load as far as camping equipment goes. Sounds like a fun time. Oh and feel free to read our blog too
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