Getting closer...
At work, the end of this week closes off our month of July and also ends our FY09. Similarly, as July comes to a close and August is fast approaching, prep work for next month's IBR is also finishing up.
Over the past two weeks I've managed to wrap up most of the smaller loose ends... my MedJet medical evac insurance has been picked up, AAA roadside assistance plan joined (since I no longer have the BMW plan being that the bike is out of warranty), and even the digital camera for the rally taken care of. This is the first rally I'll be running that has made the switch from Polaroid to digital, so my trusty construction grade Polaroid instants won't be joining me for this ride. I probably could have made do with my Sony point and shoot that has gone with me on so many rides, but I wanted something waterproof since I won't have as much say in when/where I'll be stopping for pics. The Sony will tag along, but used solely for keepsake pictures at higher res than the required 640x480 rally pics.
The bike is mostly set. The only remaining item is lights, which should be resolved next week. Tires have been stocked, major service items taken care of, and the bike could go as-is if needed. Financially, money for the fuel budget and lodging budgets has been secured, plus enough extra to pay for that tow home if need be. The anxiety attacks are starting to let up, replaced more with the anticipation for getting this thing started. Even doing the gym a few days each week to try and improve my shape before the ride. The diet restrictions (caffine/alcohol) will start up on August 2nd.
So far so good. Looking forward to catching up with friends and family before, during, and immediately after the ride. I'll get pictures of the bike and gear posted soon, as well as links to all the rally info sites.
More to come!
Over the past two weeks I've managed to wrap up most of the smaller loose ends... my MedJet medical evac insurance has been picked up, AAA roadside assistance plan joined (since I no longer have the BMW plan being that the bike is out of warranty), and even the digital camera for the rally taken care of. This is the first rally I'll be running that has made the switch from Polaroid to digital, so my trusty construction grade Polaroid instants won't be joining me for this ride. I probably could have made do with my Sony point and shoot that has gone with me on so many rides, but I wanted something waterproof since I won't have as much say in when/where I'll be stopping for pics. The Sony will tag along, but used solely for keepsake pictures at higher res than the required 640x480 rally pics.
The bike is mostly set. The only remaining item is lights, which should be resolved next week. Tires have been stocked, major service items taken care of, and the bike could go as-is if needed. Financially, money for the fuel budget and lodging budgets has been secured, plus enough extra to pay for that tow home if need be. The anxiety attacks are starting to let up, replaced more with the anticipation for getting this thing started. Even doing the gym a few days each week to try and improve my shape before the ride. The diet restrictions (caffine/alcohol) will start up on August 2nd.
So far so good. Looking forward to catching up with friends and family before, during, and immediately after the ride. I'll get pictures of the bike and gear posted soon, as well as links to all the rally info sites.
More to come!
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