FiJaPAW RESOURCES FOR BUDGET AND PET 1 PLACES TO STAY Service groups - Churches often have a spare room or facility. Just ask the Pastor. Never used, but WARMSHOWERS.org - kind hosts for cyclists that often also comes with a nice warm meal. (Best online resource recommended: for hosting cyclists.) - Global Trustroots.org & COUCHSURFING.com - Hosts often do not respond on this BeWelcome.org platform, and it's not as transparent, in my opinion. But still a good resource. - Global

WORK EXCHANGE 2 .info - Work a few hours a day for room, food and board. Global! WWOOF.org - like WW, but you work on a farm! Tip: HelpX.com - Exactly like WW. Just asking around WorkingNomads.co - remote job postings. town is also a good Nomador.com - housesitting gigs round the world. way to find jobs Freecampsites.net - map to search for low cost or free tent and places to stay. and RV camping spaces. 3 FREE RIDESHARE Church groups - may have a van headed out. Rideshare - must help w/ gas expenses in many Hitchhiking Tip: cases. Ask people FindaCrew.net - for hitching a ride on a boat. Must help directly at gas with daily duties on board. stations for a Facebook - is a great way to search for places to stay and rides. Try "Rideshare" group on Facebook. ride.

4 FREIGHTER TRAVEL Unless working aboard the ship, freighter travel is expensive. Most also do not allow pets, due to the extra Tip: paperwork. The only one to allow dogs aboard is the Queen Search for sailing Mary from New York to England, and that's a cruise ship. positions on Craigslist or visit the actual dock Links: to inquire with sea https://www.freightercruises.com/ captains. http://www.freighterexpeditions.com.au/ 5 BORDER VISA REQUIREMENTS: HUMANS Tip: Travel.State.Gov - directory of passport Always check with requirements and an alert system for countries country's embassy placed on the "unsafe for travel" list. for all entrance Embassy.goabroad.com - a searchable directory of requirements. all embassies around the globe. 6 BORDER VISA REQUIREMENTS: PETS Tip: PetTravel.com - a directory of passport requirements for All dogs must dogs, cats, birds and reptiles. You can even look up airline policies here: http://www.pettravel.com/airline_rules.cfm have a 15 digit BringFido.com - a good directory to search for pet friendly microchip # establishments. implant.

w w w . F i J a P A W . c o m GEAR SUGGESTIONS & FORUMS When planning out your adventure, you'll want to read about others and their experiences. In forums, especially, everyone will have different viewpoints. Those suggestions should be taken with the intent to customize your own unique journey, not discourage you. When I first started posting in forums about my bicycle tour in 2013, many people said, "Oh, you shouldn't take a dog." "You really should exercise, lose weight and condition your body first." I didn't let those comments stop me from doing things the way I wanted. Instead, because they said it shouldn't be done, it helped me to research and locate the tools I needed to succeed. Although, much of the advice I received was significant. PANNIERS TOURING BIKE You don't necessarily need a touring bike, Best waterproof panniers are Ortlieb, but they sure do a world of good. Designed in my opinion. I prefer Axiom for for tough terrain and long distance wear durability and ease-of-use. Still, there and tear, they usually have a steel frame. are many brands. You can read Also, don't knock the possibility of a comparisons and make your own recumbent bike or trike as a viable option. I decision: currently ride an ICE Adventure HD cyclingabout.com/complete-list-of- Recumbent Trike. Here are links for comparison: panniers-for-bicycle-touring/ cyclingabout.com/best-touring-bikes-list/ icebike.org/10-reasons-a-recumbent-road- bike-is-the-best-choice/

TOOLS CLOTHES If you're not well-versed in bicycle This is subjective. Last two tours, I didn't clip in. I wore everyday sneakers. I bought mechanics, there is usually a bike cheap polyester t-shirts and capris. No bike shop nearby. However, I suggest shorts and rain poncho. However, for year- carrying at least the very basic of round cycling, wool is my go to material. A bicycle repair tools.. rain-suit in winter weather makes a lot of sense. Wet and cold is the absolute worst. Basic tools include tubes, patch kit, Of course, bring gloves, ear muffs, socks mini-pump, allen keys or multi-tool, and head beanies. Keep in mind, minimalism is key. Do not carry too much chain breaker, chain lube and a clothing. You can buy or "find" what you wrench. need on the road. You'll also get rid of stuff. CAMPING SUNSCREEN Tent The sun is my worst enemy on a Sleeping Bag tour, especially on roads with no Sleeping Pad Water Filtration System (Optional) trees or other coverage. It saps you Dromedary or Bladder of your hydration, energy and, of Cooking Equipment (Optional) course, leads to skin issues. Sanitary Pads Investing in canopies, sunscreen Lighter/Matches embedded clothing and the cream is Insect Repellent - Natural or Chemical a good idea. Sunscreen, Soap, Deodorant, Feminine Cups rei.com/learn/expert-advice/cycling-touring- checklist.html ONLINE FORUMS Here's a list of my favorite forums to ask questions on: Adventure Cycling.org, CrazyGuyonaBike.com, Bicycle Touring & Bikepacking Group (on Facebook), Bicycle Travelling Women group (on Facebook), The Black Cyclist group (on Facebook), Black Girls Do Bike (BGDB), PetTravel, BicycleTouringPro.com

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