Page 50 - Mandurah National Rally 2024 Edition 8

THE RIDER AND PILLION

The state of health of both the
rider and the pillion needs to be
considered. I am not saying that
you need to be as fit as Arnie to
make the trip however you do
need to be able to string two
sentences together and read a
map.

Eyesight is often a common
problem, so, when were those

glasses up dated last? The trip needs to be planned so that you are able to
include rest days and allow for hot or bad weather along the way.

If you are crossing all the way from the East Coast, it is likely that you will have
all four seasons during your run.

Rain and wind are best left to pass however the heat is my main concern. It is
not unusual to use up to 6 litres of water a day or more each out there as the
constant running makes you dehydrate very quickly.

The effect of the wind makes your sweat evaporate without you knowing. One
of the best bits of kit is the Camel Back and I strongly recommend that you get
one for the rider and for the pillion.

Fill them the night before and put them in the fridge the night before, if you
are able. Keep them topped up and use them frequently. It is amazing to feel
the sweat cooling you as you take a swig and I would never travel long distance
without one.

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