Today we checked off our list of spare parts - all of which (plus the 3 person tent, pegs, groundsheet, hammer, tarpaulin, his clothing and a share of water and food) are carried by Del in his trailer.
Our most common problem is, of course, punctures - mainly in the trailer tyres.
As well as inner tubes, this time we'll also carry spare tyres for bikes and trailers as, over 7000kms, there will be wear and tear.
The bike tyres are Swalbe Marathon Plus, which are virtually puncture proof if we stick to sealed roads.
As well as inner tubes, this time we'll also carry spare tyres for bikes and trailers as, over 7000kms, there will be wear and tear.
The bike tyres are Swalbe Marathon Plus, which are virtually puncture proof if we stick to sealed roads.
Also included in the kit are spare trailer and bike axles, spokes, puncture kit, tyre levers, Allen key kits, gear cog, crescent spanners, screwdriver, batteries for computers and bike lights, cable ties, pump - and a manual!
On previous trips, we've had to utilise all of the above!
On previous trips, we've had to utilise all of the above!
All this in Del's trailer - and more yet to add!!
No wonder he's training like mad!
No wonder he's training like mad!
