I’m pretty sure Katelyn pushed extra kit onto my tarp when I wasn’t looking!

We put the final touches on the bikes and then rolled them out into the cool November air for final packout. One way or another everything fit somehow, even the paragliders. : )

It was a real pleasure to hit the open road, even at 34 deg F. There was a beautiful dusting of snow on the sides of the road as we blasted through Leadville.

Our road to Africa begins with a ride to a major international freight hub.  Los Angeles was our first choice and it offered a great break-in period for us and the bikes.  Our route was mostly highway to save time, but its always off pavement for us in order to find the best campsites.

A dash of Moab sand and gravel gave us a little practice with off road riding fully loaded.