Well the clock is ticking and the Hoka Hey Challenge is 5 weeks away. In all my preparations of making sure I have the right packing gear, clothing, and of course sleeping/resting gear I had forgotten about one important item. Fuel for me and my bike. I have often reminded co riders how important it is to stay fueled when touring. Not in regards so much to the motorcycle but to keeping yourself fueled with food and hydrated. The temperatures here in the southwest this week have been in the triple digit numbers for the last week. I can't imagine what they are across Death Valley or any desert.
In all this heat we been having I have shifted my priorities to making sure I have plenty of fuel for myself. When I say fuel for me I am speaking of water and food. I have obtained 2 camel backs that both will always be filled with water so I can sip and drink throughout my ride. I also have plenty of sunscreen, lip balm to protect my skin. Long sleeve tee shirts in light colors along with a hydration vest. In the extreme sun it will be important to keep our body parts covered and lotion, for protection .
I myself am an individual that has to eat my meals or I loose my energy and concentration level. I have packed some easy items that do not require allot of preparation for breakfast. High protein breakfast bars, also along with fruit and nuts that I can carry along. If I have a hearty breakfast, oats and grains this will last me for a easy snack of fruit and nuts for lunch. I plan on re fueling my body before my evening rest with protein and veggies. I know my limitations and I must stay fueled in order to complete this challenge. With out food and hydrating I will put myself into a danger area for riding.
Remember to stay fueled, ride within your limits, rest when needed so you can maintain your alertness to achieve your optimal daily miles.
Good luck to all see you in August.
Hoka Hey!
Carla DuBois
Luvs2Ride
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Ride #612 / Ready For The Challenge
Planning is coming on long very well. I have fitted the last few items on the bike to allow for carrying all my STUFF! And speaking of that I have been tucking and rolling and finding every space possible to put item into for this ride. This week I am working on obtaining my tracker from US Fleet Tracking. After some though I felt it best to have this item installed on my bike. I am not in the Hoka Hey for the money, but for the ride and the adventure. My adventure is to meet new and interesting people and learn about the Indian Heritage and the challenges they went though in years past.
I want to give a special thank you to some individuals that have made all this possible, High Plains Harley-Davidson and American Woman Riders. High Plains Harley-Davidson is my major sponsor. A special thank you to the owner of High Plains H-D Jimmy Allison for his sponsorship and believing in me on this adventure. High Plains Harley-Davidson and the staff have been more than supportive of this upcoming adventure. Many of my co workers will be taking on some additional responsibilities in my absence and they too deserve a big thank you! I appreciate all of you for believing in me and allowing me this opportunity.
American Woman Riders - Tina Reeves CEO of the online e-mag publication is also one of my sponsors. AWR is about Woman who love to ride. The share stories and exchange information about riding. A wonderful e-mag. If you are not familiar with AWR stop by face book and visit the site you will not be disappointed. Tina and AWR have set up a site for donations and she will also be handling my blog while I am out on the ride. I want all those that have supported me and are backing me to be able to see the progress and know where I am at as much as possible. Thank you Tina and American Woman Riders for your support! We love to ride!
I would also like to recognize to special groups that are very close to my heart and thank them for their efforts this week. High Plains HOG Chapter had a Hoka Hey benefit on June 11 to support my ride. They had a great day filled with a ride, food fun and door prizes. Thank you High Plains HOG Chapter, you guys ROCK!
I am also a member of the Sangre De Cristo Chapter from Santa Fe. They to on June 12 passed the hat for support of my Hoka Hey ride and raised some funds. Thank you to my HOG brothers and sisters!
I have an official rider number which I received this week. I am rider #612. I love that number! When I opened my email and seen it for the first time excitement ran through my body. Wow I have a rider number! The Hoka Hey was now becoming a reality to me. In 7 weeks many riders will be rolling across a staring line. Some of the riders with intentions on riding just a portion of the route others, with a dream of the big money. Whatever each persons goal will be this will be the ride of a lifetime that can never be repeated. Harley-Davidson's support in this event may never happen again, who knows. But I do know we will become a family on this ride we will meet new friends and it will be a very special event for those involved. Ride, be safe and remember to still think about our fellow riders!
Until next time, Hoka Hey!
Luvs2Ride
Carla DuBois
I want to give a special thank you to some individuals that have made all this possible, High Plains Harley-Davidson and American Woman Riders. High Plains Harley-Davidson is my major sponsor. A special thank you to the owner of High Plains H-D Jimmy Allison for his sponsorship and believing in me on this adventure. High Plains Harley-Davidson and the staff have been more than supportive of this upcoming adventure. Many of my co workers will be taking on some additional responsibilities in my absence and they too deserve a big thank you! I appreciate all of you for believing in me and allowing me this opportunity.
American Woman Riders - Tina Reeves CEO of the online e-mag publication is also one of my sponsors. AWR is about Woman who love to ride. The share stories and exchange information about riding. A wonderful e-mag. If you are not familiar with AWR stop by face book and visit the site you will not be disappointed. Tina and AWR have set up a site for donations and she will also be handling my blog while I am out on the ride. I want all those that have supported me and are backing me to be able to see the progress and know where I am at as much as possible. Thank you Tina and American Woman Riders for your support! We love to ride!
I would also like to recognize to special groups that are very close to my heart and thank them for their efforts this week. High Plains HOG Chapter had a Hoka Hey benefit on June 11 to support my ride. They had a great day filled with a ride, food fun and door prizes. Thank you High Plains HOG Chapter, you guys ROCK!
I am also a member of the Sangre De Cristo Chapter from Santa Fe. They to on June 12 passed the hat for support of my Hoka Hey ride and raised some funds. Thank you to my HOG brothers and sisters!
I have an official rider number which I received this week. I am rider #612. I love that number! When I opened my email and seen it for the first time excitement ran through my body. Wow I have a rider number! The Hoka Hey was now becoming a reality to me. In 7 weeks many riders will be rolling across a staring line. Some of the riders with intentions on riding just a portion of the route others, with a dream of the big money. Whatever each persons goal will be this will be the ride of a lifetime that can never be repeated. Harley-Davidson's support in this event may never happen again, who knows. But I do know we will become a family on this ride we will meet new friends and it will be a very special event for those involved. Ride, be safe and remember to still think about our fellow riders!
Until next time, Hoka Hey!
Luvs2Ride
Carla DuBois
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