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Old Feb 3, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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Planning on riding my Ultra to Alaska in late June early July from Pa. Looking for advise from anyone that has made the trip. I have read alot about flat tires. Should I take a tent in the event that I can't find a room? Any good tips from others that have made the trip.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2012 | 07:10 PM
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Check out alaskapade.com. He made the trip last year from Dallas. I'm sure he could give you some great advice.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2012 | 08:04 PM
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About to say the same thing. The video is up too, great to watch.
Good luck!
 
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Old Feb 3, 2012 | 09:44 PM
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A tent is a good idea. I allways like to spend a night at Liard Hot Springs.
Check out this link for the " Milepost ". Enjoy.

http://milepost.com/

I have made six trips over the ALCAN without any tire problems, but I also have never had a running flat any were else either..............

Half the fun of any trip is the planning. Come on Up, we'll leave the light on.

 
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Old Feb 4, 2012 | 09:08 AM
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What a great trip. Have a blast!
 
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I haven't done that trip on a bike.. but I have done it in a truck... we took the Milepost and it was invaluable... BUT - man that's one BIG, HEAVY, book... I'd really have to think it over whether or not I would take it if I was on a bike...
 
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That will be a spectacular ride. A life highlight I'm sure
 
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I haven't done that trip on a bike.. but I have done it in a truck... we took the Milepost and it was invaluable... BUT - man that's one BIG, HEAVY, book... I'd really have to think it over whether or not I would take it if I was on a bike...
I agree. That's why I posted the link for the online access to the Milepost.You can print out your route map from the Highway Info link and a itinerary from the Travel Directory. But either way, it sure is a good tool for planing the trip though Canada.
Don't for get your Pass Port and or Card. Also the Yellow insurance card issued from your insurance carrier.

 
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I made the trip all the way to the Arctic Circle in 2010. Starts in June 2010 in my blog: (http://jimsmotorcycletrips.blogspot.com/)
 
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