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How to pack for Spyderfest
Ok, I should probably post this in the ST forum, but I think I will get more responses in the general forum. As some of you know, I am new to this forum and Spyders. The only regret I have with buying my ST-S is the lack of storage that comes stock with the bike. So my questions is, has anyone done an extended trip on and ST-S, RS, F-3 without any additional storage options? How did it work out? I am leaning toward coming to Spyderfest from the DC area and it will be my first long distance trip. Eventually I will purchase some saddlebags, but right now I have what I have. Had I known how much I enjoy riding my Spyder, I would have just taken the plunge and bought an RT or other touring model.
Any advise from you seasoned spyder pilots is appreciated.
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Chris
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
You're going to need a backpack, and another bag strapped to the passenger seat...
Get something that's waterproof, or be prepared to wrap them up in garbage bags.
I'm looking at some options for bags on the passenger seat. Garbage bags are not an option, but I have seen some bags with waterproof covers.
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On F3 I wear a first gear riding outfit each day and I take a small waterproof bag on the back with base layer clothes plus jeans and a shirt. I have done trips up to 2200 miles so far with this configuration. I have some Nelson Riggs saddlebags that are easy on and off on the F3 but so far I really have not needed them.
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Ups to spyderfest
One possibility you could explore would be to ups or fedex your items to the hotel for spyderfest and then plan on purchasing your saddlebags at spyderfest and bring the items home with you?
If if you do give that some thought, pm me I'm in western NY and you could ship your stuff here and I can throw it it my 622 trailer and bring it with me to spyderfest. I should have room.
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Originally Posted by Brentc
One possibility you could explore would be to ups or fedex your items to the hotel for spyderfest and then plan on purchasing your saddlebags at spyderfest and bring the items home with you?
If if you do give that some thought, pm me I'm in western NY and you could ship your stuff here and I can throw it it my 622 trailer and bring it with me to spyderfest. I should have room.
Thank you. I'm exploring all options right now. I first have to make sure I can get the time off of work.
Chris
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Now you take Bob D. He throws his dirty underwear away after use to lighten the load. Don't worry about the environment. Bobs been known to throw as many as two pair away during a one month trip. Be ware of Bob. Packing is no big deal for him.
Seriously, shipping clothes home when it is soiled is a great idea and allows you more room and space. Or usually while traveling and at rally's you tend to accumulate things. Go to the nearest post office and ship it home.
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I do road trips on my GS and F3 without using saddle bags. For the base, I use what I call a 'turtle shell.' It straps on to the grab handles and one strap further down for stability. It can hold a lot. In it, I keep my everyday necessities. Clothes, toiletries, etc.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...gator-tail-bag
On top of that, in a duffle bag, I keep riding gear. Gerbing, rain gear, chaps, etc. Stuff I can get to quick. I use ROK straps to keep the duffle bag on. Strap the duffle on between the grab bars and the seat and up over the top, each gas-up check the tension. Things shift. Use straps, not bungie cords. Bungie cords have a weak spot between the cord and the metal hook. Not good or healthy!
If I think it's going to rain, have a trash compactor bag to put the duffle bag in. It's been with me since 1999. Last trip, it got a hole in a corner, but I put that on the underside. Lots of good memories with that bag...
A picture of it all strapped together. Doesn't look like much, but it holds a lot.
In that pic, the trailer was holding camping gear and meds. Don't like dragging a trailer and it found a new home...
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Ortlieb Dry Bags are really good.
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You might check out this company,
http://www.ortliebusa.com/prodlist.asp?scat=10. They make very high quality dry bang that won't break the bank and are super waterproof.
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Packing
You dont need a lot most all motels have washer and dryers in them . A lot easier than trying to pack a lot.
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Plenty of room
In frunk, extra gloves, rain gear, riding stuff you need. In an ortleb dry bag, put clothes and kit. Carry dry bag in to hotel, like regular luggage. A couple of straps, hooks on, removes easy. You only need 5 days worth. Beyond that, do laundry!! We did 26 days to Alaska. No problem!
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