Monday, June 11, 2007
Hmmmm... What to Pack...
Wanna see what Dell and Doug are bringing?
Please note: This trip is completely self funded by Dell and Doug. No donations of equipment ormoney were accepted. If companies or individuals want to donate please give to the Sutter Cancer Centerhttp://www.dellfields.com/Donation.html.
A special thanks to Rob "The Dirtbike Coach" Richert for his training and tutoring: http://www.elkgrove-atvsafety.com/.
Equipment for the bikes:
* BMW GS 1150 Adventures (2004 year model)
* Jesse Panniers
* Headlight Protective Cover
* Various protective metal guards created by Rick Bizarro of Kitimat, BC
* Additional Light by Motolights and Hella (Hella light bar and installation by Nathan Fender and Raffy Kouyoumdjian (http://www.motogear4you.com/)
* Fastway Pegs
* Garmin GPS
* Satellite Radio
* ICOM F21GM FRS/GMRS two-way 4 watt radio for communication between bikes
* Custom Seat Created by Rick Mayer of Anderson, CA
* Cyclepump and tire repair kit including inner tubes for punctures too large to plug
* TKC80 Knobby Tires (to be installed on route)
* ROK all-purpose flat straps
There will be a combination of camping and hotels on the trip. The camping equipment includes:
* Sierra Designs Buku3 Tent
* Big Agnes Summit Park Sleeping Bag with pad
* Big Agnes pillow/bellows pump combination
* Kermit Chair
* Head mounted camp flash light
* Mosquito head nets
* Deet mosquito repellant
Because of the variation in temperatures we will have a variety of riding attire that includes:
* Olympia AST High Visibility Jacket
* Olympia Airglide 2 Mesh Tech Over Pant
* Dainese Summer Jacket
* Gerbings Heated Jacket and Gloves
* Daytona Voyager Motorcycle Boots
