Originally Posted by
kilbour
Thanks for all the comments. Probably just going to run with it. Ty0604 - sounds like I had the same setup as you... except that I'm 2-1/2 times heavier. Guess I got something to shoot for.
The more you ride the more you'll learn what you can and can't live without. My first tour, Seattle ---> Green Bay, I was carrying just over 20lbs of gear.
Ask yourself "how often will I really use this?" and "do I really need this?" For me personally I don't need much to be comfortable. i.e. I don't use a sleeping pad.
Also find stuff that has dual uses. i.e. Gorilla tape that doubles as a patch kit.
You'll get there! Live and learn
