Planning
Plan for a great time
Not a race or marathonLocationDistance
Ride Difficulty Rating
Expected Ride Conditions (Earth & Sky)Earth – Road Surfaces, Hills, Streams
Sky – Temperature, Moisture, UVMaps & GPS
Fuel Stops (CT & Rider)
Pre-Ride
Ride Assistance
Buddy Rider
File Your Ride PlanReliability of your CTGeneral Maintenance
Specific Maintenance
Test Ride before event
Fill your Tank(s) & Check your LubricationRider’s Personal Equipment
Helmet
Gloves
Clothes
Boots
Photography & Video
Communication
Rider WasteGeneral Equipment
Tools
Spares
Repairs – Can-’O-Air, Air Pump
Safety – water, food, shelter, heat, light, signal
Comfort - clothesCost DetailsTransportation
FoodSleepingSpecial FeesOn The Ride - Be Friendly to the EarthStay on the Trail
Pack Everything Out
Leave Only A Few Tire Tracks And Take Only Pictures