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Originally Posted by 5kdad
I have no idea if I'll wimp out after a week or so and call it quits...
Weather will be the biggest factor almost guaranteed. Overuse injuries will almost certainly turn up, and your ability and knowledge on caring for those will be key.

I've toured 90% solo across the USA five times. I have bailed on two long tours due to Spring flooding. It's not wimping out at all. If you aren't having fun and the trip turns into a survival mission, it only makes sense to punt. But then I am one of "those" guys who will quit a bike trip before accepting a ride in a motor vehicle, unless it's across water - like a ferry. I woun't even speak to a cyclist who has been hitchhiking. I don't want their energy infecting me. I certainly wouldn't hold anyone else to those standards. But if you want to CYCLE from your house to the beach, then you have already made that decision really. Catching a ride will only contaminate that dream.

All you can do is try! Your ability to handle discomfort will be tested but it is totally doable by even 90-year old cyclists.

Good luck! (Good weather!!)
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