I have been tasked with the logistics, planning, and preparation for the approximately 1440-kilometer bicycle journey from Denver to Minneapolis, which my son and I intend to undertake on May 17. This date coincides with the birthdays of my son’s mother and his girlfriend, which was an unforeseen occurrence. Initially, we had planned to commence our journey on May 10, but various unforeseen circumstances necessitated a week-long delay.
Their meticulous analysis and planning for potential challenges are considerably more intricate than I had anticipated. Initially, we commenced by purchasing my son a bicycle. While he possesses my former Cannondale SR400 and a Cannondale Quick 5, these bicycles do not meet my criteria for touring. Consequently, we procured a Jamis Quest Comp, an all-steel bicycle equipped with a robust Shimano Sora derailleur, SRAM 9-speed 11-28 rear derailleurs, and an FSA Vero triple (50/39/30) front derailleur.
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I own a Fuji Roubaix 2.0, which could be better for touring stock. I’ve upgraded the custom front and rear wheels. I maintain it for essential repairs, so it’s in good shape. I had a complete overhaul and discovered a small crack in the crank. Fortunately, Fuji has a lifetime frame warranty for original owners, so they upgraded me to a 2013 Roubaix 1.5, though I had to pay $250 to move the parts.
With the bikes operational, I considered gear options: panniers or trailers. Panniers aren’t compatible with my bike, so I researched trailers and chose a Bob Ibex for the trip.
Next, I’ll focus on food, water, parts, tools, routes, and camping equipment.
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