3 Days and Counting to the West Coast

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March 2nd 2009

Published: March 2nd 2009

The bicycle panniers I ordered came yesterday. I settled with the Nashbar Euro Compact. I am satisfied I am able to fit all my cookware and camping supplies in them. I have weighed all my gear and I am at 70lbs. Not bad seeming that the Axiom Journey Rack hold a maximum capacity of 154lbs. As far as my "tent" goes I previously bought a Clark Jungle Hammock. This company based in SLC, UT makes an amazing product. I would recommend this over a tent.

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17th March 2009

Jessi Cummings
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Ummm update...
Patrick, I keep checking your blog hoping to be updated on your adventure, but no! All I get is the same old info about you bike. While this is interesting I really want to hear all of your wonderful insightful insights about your journey. I am sending positive thoughts in your direction! Loves!!

2nd April 2009

Los Pontos
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bike/gear setup
Good luck on your journey. Someday I'll travel across the states. Maybe you would of been better off adding a front rack/panniers. And an extra water bottle on the underside of your down tube.

5th February 2011

Andrew
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How was the Axiom Rack??
I am planning a trans am trip this summer. I'm currently looking into racks. I've noticed that tubus and jandd seem to be very popular. How did your axiom work out? Did the panniers attach easy and stay away from the wheel / spokes? Thanks for any input. Andrew

9th March 2011

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PeaceP@

I have had nothing bad to say, only good...very great in fact. I have loaded easily 100lbs just on to the back of the bicycle and it has never given me any problems. This is the unicorn of racks considering the price. My girl and I are planning to leave down the South America from Utah and I purchased her the same rack. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002994ES4 It just came in the mail only a few days ago (March 2nd, 2011). The panniers will stay attached to any rack really, that is the pannier design at work. I am looking in to purchasing new panniers in a few days. I am looking at the Vaude Karakorum, or the Deuter Rack Pack. Anyway I hope that helps out. PeaceRideOn

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