For several reasons it is important for me to have some type of cart to help carry the load during the walk: 1) I'm not sure I am physically strong enuf to walk 15 miles daily with 30-50 extra lbs on my back; 2) there are long distances between towns in the western states where extra water, food, and other supplies might be needed.
After research and discussions with other people doing the walk, I decided on a jogging stroller made by Runabout Strollers, in Aloha, Or. The strollers are lightweight, strong, and have "airless" tires, a very important feature. The owner of the company, Roger Berg, will sell just the frames without the child seats, so that's what I bought.
With help from my son-in-law Russ, who once was an engineer and hasn't lost all his skills, and my grandson Kevin, who is a great assistant, we added a plywood platform to the frame, and will be able to attach containers, backpacks, and whatever else is needed. Maybe there will be a little room for a luxury or two.
Okay, so you won't need the old Radio Flyer I was holding onto for you, right? If one of your "luxuries" will be a cooler of beer, I might be persuaded to accompany you.
ReplyDeleteTell me what kind you like, and start packing!
ReplyDeleteYou spelled enough wrong papaw..
ReplyDeleteKevin, that's the "southern" spelling, your mother knows all about that. You should take a year off from school and come go with me.
ReplyDeleteHa I know I was just teasing. I wish I could, maybe when I'm out of university you can do it again and I'll tag team with you. But I'm really excited for you and have your blog saved on my Bookmarks Bar so I can always remember to check it and follow you the whole way!
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