FriarJohn and Chuck,

Thanks a bunch for the tips. Much appreciated! I originally wanted to hike this trail when I was nine years old, but with age came wisdom and I sure would rather have a motorcycle under me than just some hiking boots if I have to outpace a grizzly. ;-)

I've mentioned this ride to friends and so far, nobody wants to devote the 2-3 weeks it'll probably take, so at this point, I'm solo!

Thanks again, and if any more ideas occur to you, please pass them along!


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