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On the trail from Cumberland on Friday 21st
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Anai from washington on 6/19/2019 12:37:26 AM:
I'm going to do the C&O trail starting this Friday in Cumberland around 1 pm
Any advise on where to sleep
Being safe
What to carry with me on the bike
Thank you
 
Anonymous on 6/19/2019 10:33:29 AM:
Well with these few questions it does not sound like you are ready or did any homework for this trail (trip) ride. This is not just a short ride. Do your homework first then come prepared with specific questions not general ones that would plan your entire trip. And your leaving in two days. Good luck with that.
 
dave gorman from hollidaysburg on 6/19/2019 10:49:01 AM:
I agree, while I am not quite as skeptical as the other individual who posted a comment, I agree that this trip is not a trip to be taken lightly and you want to keep your suffering down to a minimum so as to enjoy the trip and not curse the day when you thought this was a good idea. There is a boatload of info on line and a bikeshop in Cumberland so read up and spend some money to allow you to enjoy the trip.
 
L. Alvarado from Chevy Chase on 6/20/2019 7:57:32 AM:
Anai - I just finished a four day trip from DC-to-Pittsburgh. Day 1 was spent in at the Jordan Junction site. Found that to be a good site.

But, if you haven't been training, I would recommend a more leisurely pace and enjoy!

REI has a great bike packing checklist here: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bikepacking.html

There are many variables, but certain truths carry:

- Make sure your bike is in good working order.
- Try to minimize carrying things on your back (use your bike as a trusty mule)
- Hydrate (lots of potable water pumps along the C&O)
- Use the buddy system

Happy to share more experiences
 
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