In this section we will print your suggestions for things to plan for on our trip, things to watch out for, things to take along and just information that might be helpful. Please send your advice to my eMail: rodgerlfox@mchsi.com or go to the Guestbook. If you think your idea is silly, send it anyway, I will not publish the names of the riders sending ideas. Well, not their real names unless they want me to.
If you want to get the most out of the trip, be sure you have a CB Radio
1. If this is your first time in a large group ride, don't worry, the veterans will help and watch out for you.
2. In a group, all bikes should be staggered. One bike length behind the bike in front of you for each 10 MPH.
Also GWRRA recommends staying 3 Seconds behind the bike in front of you. Bottom line DON'T RIDE TOO CLOSE!
3. Always get yourself and your bike ready for the next day ride the night before. We always leave promptly at 8:00 AM.
4. Decide what you want to see on the trip, map it out and be sure you see it. That is what a free style ride is all about.
5. Enter the addresses of the Motels into your GPS before leaving on the trip.
6. Don't forget your telephone chargers.
7. Sun Block. It gets hot out there riding and this year Ocean Potion Lotion is a Corporate Sponsor..
For instance, if you normally develop a sunburn in 10 minutes without wearing a sunscreen, a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 will protect you for 150 minutes (10 minutes multiplied by the SPF of 15). Although sunscreen use helps minimize sun damage, no sunscreen completely blocks all wavelengths of UV light. Wearing sun protective clothing and avoiding sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. will also help protect your skin from overexposure and minimize sun damage.
8. Plenty of rain gear.
9. Lip Balm like Blistex. ( www.blistex.com )
Note: Rodger Fox the founder of "Ride for the Relay" highly recommends this collar, call Rodger and ask him about it (217-473-1525) Rodger will have these collars for sale in Chicago for $39. You can wait until Chicago or call Breezzy Rider direct.
11. This year before the ride find a rock about the size of a baseball and paint it Orange. Bring it along with you, this is for only the Riders going all the way. Also bring along a can of Orange spray paint if you will be with us in Amarillo.
12. Eye drops have been suggested. Dry eyes are very common especially when we get out west. I know I always carry mine and never though to mention it. Thanks Dan.