Hoka Hey - Fla to Alaska
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2004
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I think the best thing you could invest in would be all-weather riding gear. Much like one would wear riding a sport-touring bike. Get something that has heated options, water proof, breathable and adaptable to temp change. Comfort, and versatility is key. Second thing you need to look at would be fuel consumption. Less fuel stops equals more miles. Would it be possible to re-gear the bike taller, and still have it perform well? Fatigue will be the biggest factor in distance covered. Make sure you can adequately rest. Bring a sleeping bag that has major cold weather comfort. Weather that far north can turn deadly quick. Best of all good luck, and enjoy.
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Joined: May 2007
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Okay guys I have just got the green light from wife to do the Hoka Hey Challenge, race from Key West to Homer Alaska. I am asking for your help and input here in the Touring section, looking for advice on what to bring, riding strategy, how to set up the Ultra mechanically for this run, maps, reading material, gear (will be sleeping next to bike)etc etc.
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Phoenix AZ
Masterblaster,
Hell ya, pin it and win it.
1. All races have suport, for safty
2. Make sure bike is in tip top condition map it more for mpg than speed.
loc tight everything, go though bearings. better to do now then drop out after bad wheel bearing.
3. Make sure your seen, add some refective tape, its not about coolness its about not getting hit.
4. wear a full face helmet, youll be glad you did.
5. Layers and a few sets of gloves. Hot and cold weather.
6. take all the crap you dont need off your bike this will help with mpgs.
7. study some maps look for fastest route and others, I know you dont get routes untill the end of that days ride but some logical guesses would help out for pit stop planning.
8. make you own tool bag or have mechanic tell you what to bring, extra spark plugs and some all round oil too.
9. if you dont ride much at night, do it to get use to it.
10. Gold bond red cap. It like a 1000 kisses, your *** and manhood will thank you.
Good luck and if I'm making money next yr I'm in.
Hell ya, pin it and win it.
1. All races have suport, for safty
2. Make sure bike is in tip top condition map it more for mpg than speed.
loc tight everything, go though bearings. better to do now then drop out after bad wheel bearing.
3. Make sure your seen, add some refective tape, its not about coolness its about not getting hit.
4. wear a full face helmet, youll be glad you did.
5. Layers and a few sets of gloves. Hot and cold weather.
6. take all the crap you dont need off your bike this will help with mpgs.
7. study some maps look for fastest route and others, I know you dont get routes untill the end of that days ride but some logical guesses would help out for pit stop planning.
8. make you own tool bag or have mechanic tell you what to bring, extra spark plugs and some all round oil too.
9. if you dont ride much at night, do it to get use to it.
10. Gold bond red cap. It like a 1000 kisses, your *** and manhood will thank you.
Good luck and if I'm making money next yr I'm in.
Novice
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 21
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I am thinking about it. My wife is all for it. It wold give us an excuse to vacation in Homer, which looks like a cool place to go anyway. 7000 miles in it self isn't nothing, but 7000 miles going through the places they will send you will put a lot of wear and tear on your body and bike. I am guessing my expenses to be around 1500 for the competition, plus the 1000 entry. Is that about what you figure? (400 of that 1500 is riding back to Texas from Homer) Total miles for the trip for me would be about 12k.
These guys that have a "Support Crew"... kind of takes the adventure out of it.
These guys that have a "Support Crew"... kind of takes the adventure out of it.
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Conroe Texas
I was thinking same about support crew and the toughness of secondary roads the whole way. This will be an adventure for sure.
I am thinking about it. My wife is all for it. It wold give us an excuse to vacation in Homer, which looks like a cool place to go anyway. 7000 miles in it self isn't nothing, but 7000 miles going through the places they will send you will put a lot of wear and tear on your body and bike. I am guessing my expenses to be around 1500 for the competition, plus the 1000 entry. Is that about what you figure? (400 of that 1500 is riding back to Texas from Homer) Total miles for the trip for me would be about 12k.
These guys that have a "Support Crew"... kind of takes the adventure out of it.
These guys that have a "Support Crew"... kind of takes the adventure out of it.
Novice
Joined: May 2007
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I just noticed that you are from South FLorida. My wife lived in West Palm Beach when we got married... now she is a Texas gal. Florida has awesome beaches...
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Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Third Coast, South Texas
Whats the latest, anyone know how many people are signed up? I have a buddy that is very interested. 135k on his 05, so the miles are not a problem.
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From: Formerly Tampa Bay, FL, Currently Western PA
Call me cynical and skeptical, but I don't like how they always refer to the prize as "Alaskan Gold". Especially when they are also giving a custom minted coin to every participant. Could the winner receive a custom minted half million dollar alaskan gold coin or something? They certainly are taking in enough money to pay the $500K in prize money, but I just find it interesting how they never refer to the prize as a check or actual money, just "Alaskan Gold".
However, I'm probably wrong, and I would not do the trip anyway, so who cares what I think
However, I'm probably wrong, and I would not do the trip anyway, so who cares what I think
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Joined: Jun 2007
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From: People's Republic of Boulder Colorado
This just sounds too much like a poorly thought out venture at best or, more likely, just a total scam. Either way, there's no way I'd give this guy any money.