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I've been telling Frank, I know what it's like to ride in the heat and in remote, arid areas but I've never been further west than Adelaide so don't know much about the specifics of the Nullabor, etc.
My bike is bigger than Franks so I have more options for water storage than he does.
I think the temps are more moderate than when I was riding at xmas - mid-30s rather than 40s so that will help. But if you get a stonkin' headwind for 10 hours...
Maybe trucks will stop and help?
LOL
hippy
frank9755
Mmmm...
You must know a little bit about the route - presumably pretty dire in terms of supplies or accommodation?
@frank9755 what's your water setup? If I was heading into the desert I'd be tempted to have a giant platypus that I could just roll up when not required or fill up and strap anywhere for an emergency. Maybe trucks will stop and help? You bivvying? So many questions, seems completely different to the TCR