Long ride jitters...
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We plan on doing the trip in one swoop. Just get on and go. No stop except gas and maybe food. Some diet pills for a kick in the ***. I'm worried the bike won't make it. We have a rule for this trip. Fall behind, left behind. Bike breaks down your on your own. Nothing we can do you can't.
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From: Wisconsin
Michigan isn't so bad, much nicer roads then Wisconsin condition wise. Don't over plan it this far out. Just do it. We went around Lake Michigan, then the outer parameter of Wisconsin , then last year we went around Lake Superior. For me and the wife, 400-500 miles per day rides are tough but doable and have great memories from them rides. For some, once you see that you can do long distance, you want to see where you can go. During the summer, if we can get out for a ride after dinner (on a week day) we go about 75-100 miles, this leads to even longer rides on weekends since we've seen most of what there is to see around home. Just go for your ride when the weather is better and see how you like long distance. Next trip, Sturgis, Daytona,...?
Just saw the post about riding hard and getting left behind if something happens. Doesn't sound like good riding buddy's, better off just going by yourself.
Just saw the post about riding hard and getting left behind if something happens. Doesn't sound like good riding buddy's, better off just going by yourself.
Last edited by Geezer glider; Feb 25, 2014 at 05:17 AM.
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Look into Long Riders underwear. The bottom of the legs extend past the end of the seat, so there are no seams anywhere to irritate you. I swear by mine! Adds at least 2 more continuous hours of riding to your day.
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My wife and I shipped our Harley from the UK to Chicago and rode it around, into Canada, for 3,500 miles. We even called into a few Harley dealers to top up with oil. All that in a foreign country, where the locals speak a strange language! What was the question again?!
More seriously, check your tyres have plenty of tread, pressures are correct allowing for any luggage you are taking. If a service is due get it done well in advance, so you can check all is well in good time before setting off. Take warm riding gear, just in case, and have a good time.
More seriously, check your tyres have plenty of tread, pressures are correct allowing for any luggage you are taking. If a service is due get it done well in advance, so you can check all is well in good time before setting off. Take warm riding gear, just in case, and have a good time.
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From: Green Bay wi
I understand what you guys are saying. We all have different styles. I'm well used to staying awake for long periods if time. If a bike breaks down what can they do. Help me push it and that's it.
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My most boring trips have been to trendy, popular, highly rated attractions that are crowded, overrated and overpriced. Like you get in Chicago, NYC, Sarasota, Palm Springs, etcetera.
Last edited by Ron750; Feb 25, 2014 at 07:14 AM.
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From: Newberry SC
A good pair of bib shorts by Craft, Pearl Izumi, Campagnolo, or Castelli will make any long ride way more comfortable to do than any cotton underwear. You've got to get the seams and sweat away from the contact points. The synthetic chamois on a good pair of bicycle shorts will do that.
You do NOT need to have an Underwear Situation on a long trip.
'fooz
You do NOT need to have an Underwear Situation on a long trip.
'fooz
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Dickey, have you ever toured the Midwest? Hardest working, hardest partying people. I grew up in NYC, but I love the MIdwest. I prefer touring working class towns, with down home eateries and taverns.
My most boring trips have been to trendy, popular, highly rated attractions that are crowded, overrated and overpriced. Like you get in Chicago, NYC, Sarasota, Palm Springs, etcetera.
My most boring trips have been to trendy, popular, highly rated attractions that are crowded, overrated and overpriced. Like you get in Chicago, NYC, Sarasota, Palm Springs, etcetera.
Judging by his comments,I doubt he's ever been to Michigan.