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The time is now

7/3/2016

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In about 2 hrs., I will head down my driveway and make my way North.  Will meet up with 9R in Camp Hill where we'll head to Todd's cabin in Tioga Center, NY.  Todd, Remus, and Sophie left yesterday morning to open up, make sure generator worked, etc.  I had a nice, quiet day.  Re-packed, cleaned hot tub, last minute laundry, and then tended to stormy.

Went over her panniers, they are now ziptied to the frame as well as locked on, that's a whole other story.  Rain x ed windshield, my helmet face cover, my mirrors, pre-tripped (TCLOCS), adjusted tire pressure and then began strapping gear down.  That action has become automatic.  My muscle memory just took over and I found it meditative.  Making sure everything was just so --- with two half hitches at he end, even though I have cam straps, just because that's how I do it.  Took me a lot of miles to learn exactly how I want her to feel when packed.  That being said, I was on my 2nd margarita while doing this, so I will need to re-check her this morning.

We are lighter this trip.  No camping gear, not even my backpacking stove and coffee, hoping I won't regret that decision.  But I have added some weight in the form of tools.  See header photo.  The cycle pump I had with me last year and I used it - love it.  Last year, I had to be towed down the Mtn to Durango when I had a flat.  I did not know how to take off a tire and repair an inner tube. This year I have watched lots of videos, repaired one tube, purchased a new wrench so I can take off my front or rear tire, and added a bead breaker kit to my arsenal of stuff.   I am not fully confident about being able to do it now, however, I think I could  and I have what I need should I need to do it.  Plus I have 9R --- She instills confidence!   
13 Comments
Emily
7/3/2016 08:40:17 am

Best wishes to two of the strongest women I know! #ridestrongladies

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Jhett Lewis
7/3/2016 10:24:31 am

Sounds like your "Good To Go"...You also have the "Chief"...She'll keep you "tracking"...

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Betty Ebrecht
7/3/2016 10:28:22 am

Safe travels!

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Todd
7/3/2016 10:42:12 am

Looks like you are ready, see you soon!

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Ann Howell
7/3/2016 11:31:01 am

Ride well! I will be following you with JOY!

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Wanda
7/3/2016 05:45:39 pm

Have a great trip!!

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Debbie
7/5/2016 08:39:49 am

Have a safe and enjoyable trip! One of the women I MOST admire in the world!!

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Karen
7/3/2018 06:38:34 pm

Have a great trip!!!!

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Cricky
7/3/2018 07:12:38 pm

9R does not instill. She requires....

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Mmw
7/4/2018 12:12:58 pm

Truth!!

Mmw
7/4/2018 12:12:28 pm

Thanks Karen,

But this trip was in 2016. Leave on Aug. 9th to ride in Africa. Stay tuned!

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Shannon
7/3/2018 07:46:40 pm

Really looking forward to following your journey. I don't think you realize the confidence you instill in others too! At least you do for me. Safe travels and enjoy your trip!

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Mmw
7/4/2018 12:15:32 pm

Thank you Shannon,
I appreciate your comments. That trip was in 2016. Leave to ride in Africa on August 9th. Getting excited!! I intend to post when I can.

M

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