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KC-area cyclist Les Sires does Bike Across Kansas

Friday, June 27, 2003

Cyclist Les Sires has a day-by-day writeup of his 2002 Bike Across Kansas adventure. Some of his "lessons learned":

You can't have too much water!
Pack a meal or two, just in case.
The further you get from civilization, stop at every town that has services.
Pacing is important
Always pack tools and tubes on top for easy access
Camp on the north side of structures. Do not pitch your tent in a drainage area.

Much, much more on Les's BAK 2002 page. and his touring page.