Well, I now have piles around the house. This past weekend I did a dry run on packing everything… with some determination, I was able to fit everything – PHEW! After getting everything packed and loaded onto the bike I took a ride. I went into town and rode around, then went north to see all the fall color as the trees are changing and at peak up there.
I stopped and filled up with gas and checked all the straps to make sure everything was riding good – it was, nothing was moving. I stopped again and took a couple selfies… while riding things are fine, I’m just going to need to be careful while going slow or stopping. There is a lot of weight on the bike now, and I can feel the difference. No sudden stops and I should be fine.
My goal is to try and get out again fully loaded before I head out for good.
I haven’t worn a helmet since my first year, it’s going to take some time getting used to it again. Now the wait, it’s getting closer!
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