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Cake day: March 29th, 2024

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  • Thanks for the tips. I only ever used the flare gun against a bear and I missed somehow, but very good to know it’s a handy weapon to always have with me. I think I’ll end up not carrying the rifle and just packing a bow and flare gun. I can always scare wolves with the bow (or aiming anything for that matter) and hunt small game with fire hardened arrows.







  • Unfortunately flats are the most common thing I get and suck most at fixing on the road. I used to pack way too many tools than were necessary simply because one time my chain got stuck between the hub and frame, and I didn’t have any tools with me.

    Never thought about the mount-ability of those little straps since I always seem to have a spot for them on any bike I rode. It sucks to not have proper mounting, especially when doing a trip like this!

    Ah, maybe that’s due to the weather you had there. In my experience some ticks always seem to end up on my legs going through dense forests.

    Thank you for the info, I appreciate it a lot!





  • I see, a pretty nice selection of stuff! Did your bike break down at all through the trip? And did you find your tools to be adequate?

    I’m thinking of making a trip like this, but not international, only around my country. Curious on what to expect maintenance wise.

    Did any insects bother you, while cooking or while sleeping?