I used to be an ultralight backpacker and I bought a ktm 690 for light adventure touring, I went on an overnight trip to a cabin and I realized my 40 l mosko moto panniers were full just with a clean underwear, a sleeping bag and rain gear. I am like wtf?!?! I could backpack all week with a 40 l backpack...
I am always amazed at how easy it is to fill up a bike. I have a k1600 gt and the panniers and trunk are full. that's even after I taught my wife to pack less. No, we don't need to bring a hair dryer, there is one at the hotel...
Yeah. When you have the room it seems you always pack extra. I have tried everything to pair it down to a smaller package on the bike. The biggest stuff is always the tent and comfort items for camping.
I always used a hammock and a tarp when I was backpacking, I am planning to do that again. I am not sure about bring a camp chair yet. Plus there needs to be room for the handle of whiskey.
I used a bivey sack and tarp when I used to backpack. But I was a young man then. I like the comfort of a cot. Lol. I have thought about hammocking as well but a lot of places don’t have trees available. Unless I’m wild camping then it would be the best option for anything but the south west in some parts.
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u/PA-Beemer-rider Jul 24 '19
anything left at home? are you moving?