SkyFlax Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I have about $1000 cash, a decent mountain bike, and other essentials, and i'm seriously thinking about bouncing on all my responsibilties in NYC and ruffing it for awhile. I wanna ride my bike from the east coast to the west. I am kinda serious about it. ha anyone have any ideas or susggesstions. I was just gonna take a plane somewhere and ruff it for awhile regardless, but I think by riding I'd experience alot more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Quickwood Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 switching gears makes the effort you put into pedaling more effecient Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOUM Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 honestly..you should take a camcorder with you..and chill out and prepare your self for it for about a week so you don't hit philly and just drop dead..be safe..but..umm..when you get there what are you gonna do turn back?.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOUM Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 Originally posted by R. Heydrich Actually I love bike riding, that sounds like a really good idea. Have fun... ok i'm lost..do you agree with him going or not?..first a thmbs up..then a thumbs down?.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOUM Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 nope..not at all.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Quickwood Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 Originally posted by Zee_Zee i suck 1887444773 dicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poop Man Bob Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 You should post this in the thread called "bicicletas." They'd be able to help you out the most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Quickwood Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 Originally posted by Zee_Zee [i BUTTFUCK KANGAROO'S IN THE BUTT [/b] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crave Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 Originally posted by ARCEL switching gears makes the effort you put into pedaling more effecient best suggestion yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One_in_Ten Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 My man and his lady took 30 days and bike from san fran to vermont. they accepted one ride from a trucker for a 100 miles out of the rockies in a storm. Its definatley doable. But right now is the worst time to go. Its retarded to ride across the us during the hottest part of the year, wait till september. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
space base Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 Thats cool, right now 2 of my freinds are riding from somewhere in Oregon to Santa Cruz, CA. You could get up all over the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 blaazed Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 is it even possible...with bridges n all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
non-hetero Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 Originally posted by ARCEL switching gears makes the effort you put into pedaling more effecient BEST ADVICE EVER! Great idea by the way. You gonna camp out or hit up cheap hotels? This will require an insane amount of planning. Imagine how hard it is to find a good place to sleep in your own town for your budget/needs. Now multiply that by the fact you won't know anything about the towns and will be spending more than one night out. At least bring a digital camera. This is a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metallix Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 bring loot. a nationwide cell fone. military survival crap. i guess it sux hauling all that on ur bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Durden Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 Originally posted by mr_president fucking dope idea, ive thought about doing something very similiar, but not on my bike though... $1000 bucks aint much... for a trip around the states like i was planning... hitting atleast 1 main city in each state, i planned on needing like $10 g's and it would take like a year or two... shit would be ill though... stop through texas if ya go :D why dont you just ride a missle into hell you fucking dickbag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogilny Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 calling cards,MORE MONEY THAN $1000.00 and i hope you have a backup plan if shit dont work out....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadangry Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 I think its a great idea, but do you know how to fix your bike if something breaks? Do you have small light weight tools? Get info on hostils all over where you might stay, they are super cheap, and you dont have to worry about bringing camping gear. Do you have enough for a plane ticket back?There are a lot of things to consider. Id be into riding a harley cross country that would be sick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
space base Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 I thought you and arcel were homies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born Loser Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 these two doods I know are riding their bikes across Canada..the said it will take them around 3 months..so good luck on NYC to SF.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kes_One_HTFD Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 damn, good luck, better hope that some kids dont run yuo for yuor bike..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SukiSukiNow Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 Originally posted by SkyFlax I have about $1000 cash, a decent mountain bike, and other essentials, and i'm seriously thinking about bouncing on all my responsibilties in NYC and ruffing it for awhile. I wanna ride my bike from the east coast to the west. I am kinda serious about it. ha anyone have any ideas or susggesstions. I was just gonna take a plane somewhere and ruff it for awhile regardless, but I think by riding I'd experience alot more. That sounds sooooo very exciting!!! Hope you actually do it and have a fabulous time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOUM Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 you should take a camcorder with you.. i still think you should take a camcorder.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!@#$% Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 i know 3 people who have done coast to coast cycling.. ...2 were women having a bike trailer information about camping and a tent and money will help so much of course essentials.. bike repair stuff..this is why a simple bike is better..you only need one gear really, although 3 might be nice..and a front brake water/food clothes and maybe a companion or two? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubejinxed Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 you could make it an educational documentary. i bet you could find funding from somewhere for a trip like this, some sort of sponsor. might make it more regimented, but a good way to fund it. i bet you could put some sort of ad on ya and have someone pay ya. just think about it and be motivated. also i would suggest going with someone, a solo ride might not be such a good idea, but sounds like tons of fun and some excellent memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob barker Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 yeah seriously prepare youreself..my dad rode his bike from seattle to portland and he had to train for that,going from new york to sf is going to be really fucking crazy if you can do it..good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parted Ways Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 sounds like a lot of fun. $1000 is definitely not enought though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!@#$% Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 don't listen to all these guys i bet all the people who think it would be nuts haven't even attempted anything like it. i think it could be easy and relaxed and cheap as long as you have a good map and a tent trust me those girls handled it. no problemo and they were tryin to get somewhere not just meander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caL Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 watch the movie "forset gump" for inspiration ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.T Boy Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 you can last for a month easy on 1k. just dont be stopping for mcdonalds every town. make a bunch of connections before you go, sleep on some floors and such. dont be scared of camping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveAustin Posted July 7, 2003 Share Posted July 7, 2003 Re: i know 3 people who have done coast to coast cycling.. Originally posted by !@#$% ...2 were women any chance these 2 were from SF? If so...they crashed in my house one night. $1000 is plenty of money. Get a bivy and sleep wherever and whenever you can. Hell, you might even be able to get people to let you stay in their yards or houses. I'm sure the 12oz underground could find you a place to stay in almost every big city. Just think out your food choices carefully. You're gonna want lots of carbs for energy and lots of protein for muscle recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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