Long Distance Trip Packing List

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Remember to always pack rain gear last - you don't need to be taking everything out and getting wet to get to rain gear.

 

[JKMSPYDER]

armyspydervet

Check out the Nelson-Rigg soft saddlebags. I bought a set of CL950 bags for my ST-S several years ago and they have been great. They come with rain covers and have large Velcro straps that can be put under the seat and the seat sits down on them in the closed position. Someone then can't steal the bags unless they have a very sharp knife and want to take the time to cut them off. I will be transferring these bags to my new F3-S.

 

[Haze]

Packing for the trip

Thanks for posting the packing suggestions.
I need waterproof gloves.

My raingear is OK. GPS is an old TomTom XXL that seems to work adequately. GPS can be covered with a plastic bag if/when it rains.
I'm into DIY so I'm proofing some heated grip wraps and installing driving/fog lights.
Installation should be finished later today. So far so good.
I, too, am riding an ST-S - w/o saddle bags. I've been mulling over the purchase of such for a few days.
I pulled the trigger this morning and purchased the CanAm bags online - :shocked: ouch"". So now I'm on an ST-S+.
If the budget allows I may purchase a Sena for music and to be in communication with the leaders. :bowdown:
I will be carrying Tools, Compressor, and Patch kit also a CPAP and notebook.. Hence the need for the saddle bags.
I'll have a Dry bag, across the pillion, with have my tent and my sleeping bag.
Does anyone carry a notebook or tablet computer? How about cameras? Or do you rely on cell phones?
Roadside assistance is offered on my Riders Insurance.

This is getting expensive before the Spyderfest adventure begins...

Don't forget a cover for the Spyder.

Cheers, David C.

 

[Copperman]

Don't buy in haste!

Thanks for the frog togg tip. That is my next purchase.

Don't just buy the first set of Frogg Toggs you come across. Go to their website and look at all they have. Get a set of "motorcycle" specific rain gear. You'll be glad you spent a few extra $$$.

Also, I don't want to rain on your parade, but, be careful about the number of riders in your group. If the group is too large, it won't be much fun. It sounds like it will be, but it won't. It'll be very, very difficult to keep everyone together. You'll be traveling quite a distance and it may be better to have a "destination" for the end of the day. This way, if you do get separated, you'll know where you're sleeping for the night and the riders know where to go.

Just my two cents worth.

 

[armyspydervet]

Thanks for posting the packing suggestions.
I need waterproof gloves.

My raingear is OK. GPS is an old TomTom XXL that seems to work adequately. GPS can be covered with a plastic bag if/when it rains.
I'm into DIY so I'm proofing some heated grip wraps and installing driving/fog lights.
Installation should be finished later today. So far so good.
I, too, am riding an ST-S - w/o saddle bags. I've been mulling over the purchase of such for a few days.
I pulled the trigger this morning and purchased the CanAm bags online - :shocked: ouch"". So now I'm on an ST-S+.
If the budget allows I may purchase a Sena for music and to be in communication with the leaders. :bowdown:
I will be carrying Tools, Compressor, and Patch kit also a CPAP and notebook.. Hence the need for the saddle bags.
I'll have a Dry bag, across the pillion, with have my tent and my sleeping bag.
Does anyone carry a notebook or tablet computer? How about cameras? Or do you rely on cell phones?
Roadside assistance is offered on my Riders Insurance.

This is getting expensive before the Spyderfest adventure begins...

Don't forget a cover for the Spyder.

Cheers, David C.

Canam bags are out if my budget, plus I am getting RT envy and may want to trade up next year or the year after.

I take an iPad wherever I go. My cell phone duals as my GPS. It is on a Ram mount with a waterproof case when I ride.

My next main purchases will be the rain gear, a Sena, and potentially the soft bags listed above, but I may just use my duffel. I will also pick up some little items like the tire repair and first aid kit.

 

[Dubliner]

Did I say a roll of toilet paper or two?


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[YIRYDE]

I have used these dry bags and I like the RoK Straps to secure the bag to the seat. The Rok Straps allows me to easily loosen the strap to raise the seat for gas.

Dry Bag http://www.amazon.com/SealLine-Baja-Dry-Bag-Orange/dp/B000GF21GA/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1451851265&sr=1-1&keywords=SealLine+Baja+Dry+Bag

Rok Strap http://www.amazon.com/ROK-Stretch-Straps-Motorcycle-Adjustable/dp/B002L8RPDE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451851339&sr=8-1&keywords=ROK+Stretch+Straps+Cruiser+2-pack+Tie+Downs+18%22-+60%22+Motorcycle+Adjustable+Straps

Don't forget to take your spare key and notify your credit card holder of the dates and the states you will visiting.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

WWW.vistaprint.com

go to this website and for about $10.00 you can make up a calling card with info that you want to share with the people that you will meet and want to keep in contact with.

Be as plain or elaborate as your heart desires.

Cruzr Joe

 

[armyspydervet]

WWW.vistaprint.com

go to this website and for about $10.00 you can make up a calling card with info that you want to share with the people that you will meet and want to keep in contact with.

Be as plain or elaborate as your heart desires.

Cruzr Joe

Good idea

 

[IGETAROUND]

Canam bags are out if my budget, plus I am getting RT envy and may want to trade up next year or the year after.

I take an iPad wherever I go. My cell phone duals as my GPS. It is on a Ram mount with a waterproof case when I ride.

My next main purchases will be the rain gear, a Sena, and potentially the soft bags listed above, but I may just use my duffel. I will also pick up some little items like the tire repair and first aid kit.

You might try these to keep your gloves dry

http://www.aerostich.com/aerostich-triple-digit-covers.html

 

[Bob Denman]

Thanks for reminding me. I'm almost out if anti-psychotics. :roflblack:

Pack them in a container that your pets can't get into...

 

[Bob Denman]

Joe,
I really like your card... :thumbup:
If I email you some ideas; could you help me put one together? :dontknow:
Thanks!

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Joe,
I really like your card... :thumbup:
If I email you some ideas; could you help me put one together? :dontknow:
Thanks!

Sure

Cruzr Joe

 

[Bob Denman]

Thanks... I'll throw something your way about it, on Monday. :thumbup:

 

[armyspydervet]

Card Ideas

Joe,
I really like your card... :thumbup:
If I email you some ideas; could you help me put one together? :dontknow:
Thanks!

I don't know that naked pictures on a meet and greet card would be appropriate :roflblack:

but then again, I've never met any of you, so maybe it would :yikes:

 

[Bob Denman]

:roflblack:

Wait... You didn't think that I'd be using MY picture; did you? :shocked:

 

[Cruzr Joe]

I don't know that naked pictures on a meet and greet card would be appropriate :roflblack:

but then again, I've never met any of you, so maybe it would :yikes:

Depends on who the naked pictures are of. (Warning: Don't put up any naked pictures of Lamont)

Cruzr Joe

 

[Bob Denman]

Depends on who the naked pictures are of. (Warning: Don't put up any naked pictures of Lamont)

Cruzr Joe

 

[PistonBlown]

Clothing etc

After Bob's comments...

For the 'smelly layer' I take 2 or 3 of these:
http://www.earthseasky.co.nz/mens/firstlayer-baselayer/silk-weight-men-s-t.html

They weigh almost nothing, pack-up really small, are odor resistant, can be washed under a tap at a campsite or motel room and dry really quickly. They also feel lovely and cool to wear but keep you warm - I used them when in Antarctica as a base layer. This is an NZ company but I'm guessing there is similar products in other countries.

Merino wool clothing is a good bet for all layers (inc. undies) as it has excellent odor resistance, great thermal properties and dries quickly. Icebreaker is one of the main companies to sell it here:
http://nz.icebreaker.com/en/home

I fit all my clothes, wash kit etc in a tankbag leaving the frunk for my toolkit, tent and sleeping bag. I do have panniers but they are for carrying petrol cans as sometimes there can be big gaps between petrol stations.

I used to take a couple of water bottles that fitted in side pockets on my panniers but have just got one of those hydration packs instead - if you're doing long distances you need to keep drinking water regularly as it helps prevent fatigue.

 

[Buddha]

From the "Don't leave home without them" file

1. Paper maps for entire route - I get new maps for each trip from AAA just in case I have cell service and cloud cover kills the GPS.
2. Extra socks and shoes.
3. Aspirin or Advil

See you at SF!