Originally Posted by
phughes
We did see people coming the other way earlier in the trip. Some of them said they had trouble, and didn't enjoy it, but the common denominator in those who said they had trouble and didn't enjoy it, was that they didn't have fenders, and they got really muddy. I believe that made their issues seem bigger than they really were.
Interesting - I have fenders but have never slogged through serious mud. Sounds like fun! Maybe I'll try it next weekend when it's supposed to rain *again* but should be kind of warm.
However, on this trip I'll be staying indoors, like a civilized person. I might have to bring the bike in with me to keep it safe and dry. It may be prudent to keep it as clean as I can.
Has anybody ever needed to really clean up a muddy bike while on tour? Do you find a self-serve car wash and carefully hose it down?