dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Share #1 Posted March 29 My method. I think there is room for improvement. All of that stuff needs to fit in the duffel and eventually my bike. I think I am F'd. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Zacharia Posted March 29 Share #2 Posted March 29 That’s my wife’s method. I bought a luggage scale to help her realize what a 50 lbs suitcase really feels like. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Razors Edge ★ Posted March 29 Popular Post Share #3 Posted March 29 I think bringing a full spare set of wheels would be the first thing I cut. That's overkill. 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted March 29 Share #4 Posted March 29 That looks like a trailer load to me. Dump it all in a BOB trailer and start pedaling. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted March 29 Share #5 Posted March 29 I have a packing list and I work from that. If I'm flying, I'm relatively efficient with my packing but if I'm driving I bring way too much stuff 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickinMD ★ Posted March 29 Share #6 Posted March 29 I try to roll all clothing into cylindrical or ball shapes and stuff them in my suitcase. Since cruises no longer require suits to be worn at dinner, I no longer have to pack them, just a dress shirt, pants, and a tie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootingstar Posted March 29 Share #7 Posted March 29 I have by now gone on several 4-wk. cycling trips in Europe and U.S.-CAnada. Down below is me , cycling through vineyard region of Burgundy, France. I Had 2 back panniers and small front bag. What you see strapped on top of bike rack is my bike bag for plane flights and also for packing up onto some train bike cars. I packed all my clothing, a foldable knapsack, 2nd pr. of running shoes, etc. For 4-wk. European trip across 3 countries. I don't bring my own travel coffee mug. Not when doing hotel, b 'n bs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted March 29 Share #8 Posted March 29 10 minutes ago, Kirby said: I have a packing list and I work from that. If I'm flying, I'm relatively efficient with my packing but if I'm driving I bring way too much stuff How much stuff can you pack on your trike? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted March 29 Share #9 Posted March 29 6 minutes ago, shootingstar said: For 4-wk. European trip across 3 countries. If you are going to pedal across three countries in four weeks Europe is the place to do it. That would be tough to do in North America. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootingstar Posted March 29 Share #10 Posted March 29 21 minutes ago, Longjohn said: If you are going to pedal across three countries in four weeks Europe is the place to do it. That would be tough to do in North America. We have lousy train service in North America. In Europe, the smarter way to see alot more is blending in train and cycling on several mini trips. We had Eurail train passes...which I recommend even if not cycling. I was this type of trip for 2 separate different trips in Europe. In Japan and Seoul, we took multiple high-speed trains over 4 wks. It was great. We didn't bring our bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted March 29 Share #11 Posted March 29 Good luck getting your bike in a duffel! Where are you going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted March 29 Share #12 Posted March 29 One package of underware, 2 hooks of socks, 4 packages of t shirts and 2 sets of track pants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parr8hed Posted March 29 Share #13 Posted March 29 You need more beer and coolers packed. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted March 29 Share #14 Posted March 29 3 minutes ago, Parr8hed said: You need more beer and coolers packed. Honestly, one has to hope he's plotted a route solely around local breweries/wineries/distilleries. I gotta think that's top in his planning. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted March 29 Share #15 Posted March 29 I fold my pants in half lengthwise and set them on the bed. then I place a pair of underwear and socks on top and whatever shirt I will wear and I roll that up and set in my backpack. Repeat as necessary. Then all I have to do is reach in and grab a roll and I have a complete change of clothes. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted March 29 Share #16 Posted March 29 46 minutes ago, jsharr said: I fold my pants in half lengthwise and set them on the bed. then I place a pair of underwear and socks on top and whatever shirt I will wear and I roll that up and set in my backpack. Repeat as necessary. Then all I have to do is reach in and grab a roll and I have a complete change of clothes. How do you account for the weather? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12string Posted March 29 Share #17 Posted March 29 I bought magic suitcases. I get them out of the attic, a few days later when I put them in the car, they are packed. Pretty Awesome! 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted March 29 Share #18 Posted March 29 I live out of a backpack and a 21 inch roll aboard. You rarely need more than 7 days clothes. That is why god invented laundry machines. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted March 29 Share #19 Posted March 29 3 minutes ago, Randomguy said: How do you account for the weather? I look at the forecast for where I am going and pack accordingly. I pack layers if needed. I add a fleece or thermal layer and I always have my rain gear in my pack, which makes an excellent top layer to block out wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted March 29 Share #20 Posted March 29 1 hour ago, jsharr said: I fold my pants in half lengthwise and set them on the bed. then I place a pair of underwear and socks on top and whatever shirt I will wear and I roll that up and set in my backpack. Repeat as necessary. Then all I have to do is reach in and grab a roll and I have a complete change of clothes. For travel, my ratio of pants to shirts is 1:3 or 1:4. Underwear and socks are single use items, but I'm happy packing two pairs of pants and several shirts and being fine with that for a week or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted March 29 Share #21 Posted March 29 3 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: For travel, my ratio of pants to shirts is 1:3 or 1:4. Underwear and socks are single use items, but I'm happy packing two pairs of pants and several shirts and being fine with that for a week or two. I am glamping. pants get dirty, but I have been known to wear the same pair for a few days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #22 Posted March 29 3 hours ago, shootingstar said: We have lousy train service in North America. In Europe, the smarter way to see alot more is blending in train and cycling on several mini trips. We had Eurail train passes...which I recommend even if not cycling. I was this type of trip for 2 separate different trips in Europe. In Japan and Seoul, we took multiple high-speed trains over 4 wks. It was great. We didn't bring our bikes. Our friends are taking the Amtrak. Third year in a row. They love it. You can roll you bike on for $10. Not boxing needed like the airlines. We'll pick them up tomorrow morning and head to the desert. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #23 Posted March 29 3 hours ago, Randomguy said: Good luck getting your bike in a duffel! Where are you going? Southern Utah. Current plan is Grand Staircase Escalante. The weather could make us change plans though. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #24 Posted March 29 1 hour ago, Razors Edge said: Honestly, one has to hope he's plotted a route solely around local breweries/wineries/distilleries. I gotta think that's top in his planning. We will be lucky to find water. Our first trip we found a trickle in Last Chance Creek. I'm planning to carry 8-9 liters of water. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted March 29 Share #25 Posted March 29 3 minutes ago, dinneR said: Our friends are taking the Amtrak. Third year in a row. They love it. You can roll you bike on for $10. Not boxing needed like the airlines. We'll pick them up tomorrow morning and head to the desert. mmmm, desert! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted March 29 Share #26 Posted March 29 On the bike summer weeks: no socks, no underwear, clean bike shorts and jersey for each day, one set of frog togs in case we have a horrible week of rain and storms, one pair of bike sandals worn not packed, sleeping bag, mat, and tent. if I’m on a supported ride where they truck our shit from each campsite to the next all bets are off. I pack way more stuff than I need. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #27 Posted March 29 I have two pairs of shorts, two shirts, two jackets, two pairs of socks, one pair of pants, two hats, and two pairs of gloves. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootingstar Posted March 29 Share #28 Posted March 29 31 minutes ago, dinneR said: Our friends are taking the Amtrak. Third year in a row. They love it. You can roll you bike on for $10. Not boxing needed like the airlines. We'll pick them up tomorrow morning and head to the desert. We used the Amtrak line service (Cascades, I believe is name) that's between Vancouver BC and downtown Seattle. Must have made 10 round trips over the yrs. We enjoyed the views and ride. Of course, you must have passport. The fed. authorities do check on both sides. What I meant, is that our NA train service is slow, given NA is a huge continent with alot of distances to cover efficiently. But given the predominantly car-centric public in many NA cities.. Canada is building higher speed rail line between Toronto and Montreal. There is already VIA rail line service for decades which I've used about 5 different trips over the decades. Does take one between downtown areas. I do recommend it but it's nearly a full day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted March 29 Share #29 Posted March 29 So the real question remains hip, shoulder holster or ankle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted March 29 Share #30 Posted March 29 1 hour ago, dinneR said: two hats Why two? The other stuff makes sense, but two hats??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #31 Posted March 29 1 hour ago, Razors Edge said: Why two? The other stuff makes sense, but two hats??? One for riding during the day and a wool beanie for the night. The temps will range from the 30s-70s. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted March 29 Share #32 Posted March 29 3 hours ago, dinneR said: Southern Utah. Current plan is Grand Staircase Escalante. The weather could make us change plans though. nice have a safe trip 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted March 29 Share #33 Posted March 29 2 hours ago, maddmaxx said: So the real question remains hip, shoulder holster or ankle. yes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted March 29 Share #34 Posted March 29 3 hours ago, dinneR said: You can roll you bike on for $10. Not boxing needed like the airlines. well that's really nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #35 Posted March 29 Just now, bikeman564™ said: well that's really nice Until there is a land slide and the train reroutes to Denver. Word is they rented a car and are heading our way. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted March 29 Share #36 Posted March 29 5 minutes ago, dinneR said: Until there is a land slide and the train reroutes to Denver. Word is they rented a car and are heading our way. Landslide or avalanche???? You live in a wild place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinneR ★ Posted March 29 Author Share #37 Posted March 29 13 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: Landslide or avalanche???? You live in a wild place! The message I got was landslide. But it is still avalanche season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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