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I just got done unpacking the bike for the 19th time, looking at maps, updating my GPS, and looking at the 2017 photos. Those photos of the leg from Flagstaff to Albuquerque frightened me as much as I was when I first saw the movie ALIEN in a theater. It looks as if there is FROST all over some of the bike seats and I see people dressed up trying to imitate the Michelin Man. I’ve done the Southern route 4 times and I’m trying the Midway route for the first time this year. My real question is: do I need to bring a snowmobile suit, heated gloves, and a space heater with me for this leg ? OK, back to reality. What kind of weather should I prepare for during this leg. I would suspect the rest of the trip will be in warmer/wetter weather. THAT I can deal with. Oh, and NO, I’m not camping. I’m retired. I no longer camp, babysit, or blame the dog for any embarrassing bodily misfires … I just want to be comfortable. What can I expect in the way of weather ?
Tex
NAVY
in-country '68-'69 PBR-759
GM3/ FTG2
SS qualified (USS DACE SSN-607)
Retired Senior Software Manager
Retired A&P
ATW '13, '15, '16, '18, '19
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Hi Tex,
Welcome to Midway. The leg you are referring to is exactly what you describe. UNPREDICABLE to a point. We are at altitude, every year it is a little chilly in the morning when we stage in Flagstaff. I dress in layers, by the 1st fuel stop I am usually thinning my attire. I don’t mind getting wet, but getting wet and being cold is a big distraction, sometimes unavoidable though. Just be prepared as much as you can. I hope this kinda helps, a little. I’m sure others will chime in here.
Pelican
"I never met a man I didn't like"...will rogers
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Hey Tex
2017 it did snow overnight and was 28 degrees at staging. However as soon as we leave we drop pretty quickly in altitude and warms up by first fuel stop by 30 degrees so layers is the way to go. Maybe thermos then remove at fuel stop. 2018 wasn’t bad at all maybe 45 degrees the 70 at fuel stop.
Danny “Bull”Cox
USMC
FNG MIDWAY ROUTE 2017 All The Way
PLT 4 Tailgunner 2018
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Thanks, guys. I’ll have thermals, sweatshirt, warm gloves and, pessimist that I am, I’m bringing the toilet again. You just NEVER know …
Tex
NAVY
in-country '68-'69 PBR-759
GM3/ FTG2
SS qualified (USS DACE SSN-607)
Retired Senior Software Manager
Retired A&P
ATW '13, '15, '16, '18, '19
FNG once - TG once - APL once, ROAD GUARD once, pain in the butt the other time -
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Hello all, after packing and unpacking my bike three time I thought I would ask what are (1) the need to have items (2) the nice to have items and (3) the items you wish you had not forgot. We will be joining in Flagstaff (from St. George Utah) and going all the way. Last Time I did this (5 years ago) I was in a truck and did not have to worry about what to pack. Thank you for any help you can give.
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There is a discussion called “Tip For FNG” which will give you TONS of info on what to take and how to pack. Check it out.
Tex
NAVY
in-country '68-'69 PBR-759
GM3/ FTG2
SS qualified (USS DACE SSN-607)
Retired Senior Software Manager
Retired A&P
ATW '13, '15, '16, '18, '19
FNG once - TG once - APL once, ROAD GUARD once, pain in the butt the other time
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