We are occasionally asked how much does a "pampered" cross country tour cost. It got me to thinking about the Total Cost.
My quick calculation is about $10,000 per person which includes some general bike supplies and a few splurge items. This is $1,333 per week.
The registration is about $8,000 per person ($16,000):
Meals - chef prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging - tent services and hotels
Luggage Transportation
Laundry Service
Support and Gear (SAG) - beverage and snacks three stops per day
Bike Mechanic
Entertainment
Encouragement
We have already purchased most of our supplies ($2024):
Four Schwalbe Marathon Tires $115
Ten Tubes $40
Four New Chains $68
Six Bib Shorts $240
Six Pair Socks $27
SPD Sandals $50
Four Biking Gloves $32
Cold Weather Gloves $50
Shoes $55
SPD Pedal $30
SPD SL Pedals $40
Extra Cleats $10
Cleat Covers $10
Sun Knees (spf protection) $30
Four Water Bottle Cages $15
Two P4P Jerseys $140
Garmin Touring GPS $152
Airfare (x2) $720
Hotel in San Diego $200
We still need ($1970):
Bike Packing $30
Bike Shipping to San Diego $100
Bike Assembly $30
Bike Packing $30
Bike Shipping Home $100
Bike Assembly $30
Shuttle to JAX Airport $50
Tip $1600
After pedaling our tandem bicycle 2,909 miles from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean in 2013, we will be duplicating the journey on single bikes this time. This should be easier for Jeff and more challenging for Lisa as she shifts from passenger to driver. Once again, we will be raising funds for Custom Canines Service Dog Academy. The Pedal 4 Paws blog is sponsored by Verizon, who provided the equipment that ensures a reliable internet connection throughout the Southern United States.
Trip Summary
Day 52: 2929 miles completed, 8 states, 7 flat tires, 4 flat mattresses, 40 new friends and Bruce #1, 8 rest days
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