In some respects ... you know already what you need to have or replace. Or what to expect/do differently "next time" ...
Already learning.
On a motorcycle you feel the cold in three places ... hands/feet/knees. Body core temperature is important. If those three are cold ... body core temp is dropping, as is your attention to your riding.
Have a cut-off time of the day where you STOP. 4 pm is good. Time (and daylight) to find a bed/food/internet cafe before dark. Unfamiliar roads to unfamiliar destinations ALWAYS seem to take longer than they should. (such is life)
When life throws you a curve ... Lean into it ...
Riding cheap crappy old bikes badly since 1987
Tagorama maps: Transalpers map first 100 tags..................Map of tags 101-200......................Latest map, tag # 201-->
Could show you some good roads if passing through Christchurch.
If you can make it on Kiwibiker you can make it anywhere.
I once used plastic bags outside my socks. (crappy boots) They kept wind/water out of my socks. (and acted as a thermal layer)
Gloves are cheap heat insurance.
Dirty girls get around ...
Listen to Gremlin ...
A short .... "am in .. heading for .. " text with a NRN (no reply necessary) to a mate ... might get a search started in the right area ... hours sooner. Entirely YOUR decision.
And have a list of phone numbers that will accept collect calls (friends/family) in urgent situations. (or 0800 numbers)
When life throws you a curve ... Lean into it ...
Other safety option to consider:
I wear a dog tag of sorts (came free with the back protector) with name, blood type, ICE details etc.
Originally Posted by Jane Omorogbe from UK MSN on the KTM990SM
We regret to inform you that the South Island will be closed from may, until november ,2013. We are sorry for any inconvinence this may cause.
For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him. Keep an open mind, just dont let your brains fall out.
If you're traveling on a ginny there's no doubt it should handle the task ahead, but they're not exactly a powerhouse...
My advice would be that if you really want to enjoy and get the most out of visiting the SI don't rush through it. We really appreciated the extra time we took on our trip (just over 2 weeks) rather than trying to cram too much in. Also, if you're limited in experience doing longer rides keep in mind that blustery wind, relentless rain and cold can be physically and mentally draining. Not saying you'll necessarily experience all those things on your trip, but it's quite possible. Allow rest time as well as time to enjoy the places you stop. It's a long way to go only to feel, at the end of it, that you didn't "see the country" as you thought you might. Even if you don't get as much area covered, one hopes there will be other opportunities to get down south again at a later stage; you'll also have the benefit of hindsight to modify your arrangements/gear etc. as to how to improve your traveling for next time.
As for the cold, each time I've travelled in the freezy cold I've wished I'd remembered to try out my pocket warmers (you know, those things you can get from camping/outdoor shops that you snap the little metal thingy in and it heats them up). Tbh, not having tried them out in reality they may not live up to my expectations, but would definitely be a cheaper option to look into than a heated jacket - which may or may not stretch the ginny's electrical capacity.
Have a good read in the ferry mega thread too so that you're up on the play regarding how to secure your bike on the ferry (not that difficult, and there should be someone on board - another rider or staff - who can assist you with tying it down).
I'm envious that you're planning your trip, even though we only did ours a month ago. Have a great time!
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http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=560068428 - Slofox has this for sale in about your size.
Suck, Squeeze, Bang, Blow arent just the 4 cycles of an engine
Becoming fearless isn't the point. That's impossible. It's learning how to control your fear, and how to be free from it.
Hey this looks good, good price too???
http://www.trademe.co.nz/jewellery-w...-561700534.htm
Becoming fearless isn't the point. That's impossible. It's learning how to control your fear, and how to be free from it.
I name my clothing, have all the phone numbers in my phone (keep it unlocked when you are on the road). Addresses in my wallet. And the bike is registered to me. How many forms of ID do you require .. ???
A medic Alert bracelet is better if you have "existing medical conditions" .. and they cross-match your blood should you need more ...
Save the money for Merino clothing. That stuff is good (but expensive)
When life throws you a curve ... Lean into it ...
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