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2011-01-04T15:55:30Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T15:46:15Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:56:15Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:51:48Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:47:52Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:43:17Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:36:03Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:29:01Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:23:15Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:16:52Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:07:07Z

Andree:

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2011-01-04T14:02:49Z

Andree:

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Travel

2010-11-29T17:19:14Z

Andree: /* David & Andrée trips */

== Travel planning ==

[[Toronto Touring]]

http://wikitravel.org/en/Saint_Pierre_and_Miquelon

== David & Andrée trips ==

At least the remembered ones.

[[1998 April, Detroit - Richie Hawtin]]

[[1999 AprilMaybe New York City]]

[[2000 April Netherland, Belgium, Paris, London]]

[[2001 January Paris, Andrée Work]]

[[2001 November Washington DC, visit LindaW]]

[[2002 July Bon Echo camping with many friends ]]

[[2003 May Boston OSCOM]]

[[2003 August Move to Ottawa]]

[[ .... ]]

[[2004 October Vancouver Drupals]]

[[2004 December Cuba]]

[[2005 January April Italy]]

[[2005 July Quebec - Charlevoix]]

[[2005 Septembre Lac La Pêche with friends]]

[[With friends - 2005 December Quebec - Tremblant | 2005 December Tremblant with friends]]

[[With friends - 2006 February Quebec Mt Sutton | 2006 February Mt Sutton with friends]]

[[2006 April Santa Clara EclipseCon with David]]

[[San Clemente June 2006 | 2006 June California St-Clemente]]

[[2006 August Lac Escalier]]

[[Canal Lake - Oct 2006 | 2006 October Canal Lake - with Friends]]

[[Miami - November 2006| 2006 November Fort Lauderdale, Everglades, Miami, visit LindaW]]

[[2007 January SVL - RMC team]]

[[2007 June RSDC Orlando Florida visit LindaW]]

[[2007 June 24 Montréal St-JeanB et 75 PEP]]

[[Asia 2007 | 2007 July 20th to Septembre 30th ASIA]]

[[Quebec City May 2008]]

<s>[[Nova Scotia August 2008]]</s> changed for [[P'Tit Train du Nord]]

<s>[[South America January 2009]]</s> changed for....

[[Reykjavik NYE and Iceland 2009]] ?!?!!?!?

[[Chelsea March 2009]]

[[Montreal cottage l'ete 2009]]

[[Gaspé cycling l'ete 2009]]

[[Haliburton - Bitter Lake group cottage weekend October 2009]]

[[Baja California, Mexico Peninsula, Mexico, February 2010]]

[[Chic Choc mountain cross country skiing, Gaspé, March 2010]]

[[Cuba Oriente Cycling, Decembre 2010]]

[[Future cycling trip]]

Travel

2010-11-29T17:18:28Z

Andree: /* David & Andrée trips */

== Travel planning ==

[[Toronto Touring]]

http://wikitravel.org/en/Saint_Pierre_and_Miquelon

== David & Andrée trips ==

At least the remembered ones.

[[1998 April, Detroit - Richie Hawtin]]

[[1999 AprilMaybe New York City]]

[[2000 April Netherland, Belgium, Paris, London]]

[[2001 January Paris, Andrée Work]]

[[2001 November Washington DC, visit LindaW]]

[[2002 July Bon Echo camping with many friends ]]

[[2003 May Boston OSCOM]]

[[2003 August Move to Ottawa]]

[[ .... ]]

[[2004 October Vancouver Drupals]]

[[2004 December Cuba]]

[[2005 January April Italy]]

[[2005 July Quebec - Charlevoix]]

[[2005 Septembre Lac La Pêche with friends]]

[[With friends - 2005 December Quebec - Tremblant | 2005 December Tremblant with friends]]

[[With friends - 2006 February Quebec Mt Sutton | 2006 February Mt Sutton with friends]]

[[2006 April Santa Clara EclipseCon with David]]

[[San Clemente June 2006 | 2006 June California St-Clemente]]

[[2006 August Lac Escalier]]

[[Canal Lake - Oct 2006 | 2006 October Canal Lake - with Friends]]

[[Miami - November 2006| 2006 November Fort Lauderdale, Everglades, Miami, visit LindaW]]

[[2007 January SVL - RMC team]]

[[2007 June RSDC Orlando Florida visit LindaW]]

[[2007 June 24 Montréal St-JeanB et 75 PEP]]

[[Asia 2007 | 2007 July 20th to Septembre 30th ASIA]]

[[Quebec City May 2008]]

<s>[[Nova Scotia August 2008]]</s> changed for [[P'Tit Train du Nord]]

<s>[[South America January 2009]]</s> changed for....

[[Reykjavik NYE and Iceland 2009]] ?!?!!?!?

[[Chelsea March 2009]]

[[Montreal cottage l'ete 2009]]

[[Gaspé cycling l'ete 2009]]

[[Haliburton - Bitter Lake group cottage weekend October 2009]]

[[Baja California, Mexico Peninsula, Mexico February 2010]]

[[Chic Choc mountain cross country skiing, Gaspé, March 2010]]

[[Cuba Oriente Cycling Winter 2010]]

[[Future cycling trip]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-06T18:23:10Z

Andree: /* Details */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

[http://dgp.sct.gob.mx/index.php?id=440 Mexico government provided maps]

Place to stay in San Jose del Cabo: (back up to Delphino Blanco)
[http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

=== To do list ===

{{ #ask: [[todo::+]]
|mainlabel=-
|?todo=Item
|format=table
}}

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

=== Tools and parts ===

* Leatherman Juice S2 (pliers, scissors, slot & philips screwdrivers, etc)
* General jack knife
* Tire levers
* [[todo::Spare brake pads]]
* [[todo::Spare spokes]]
* [[todo::Brake cable]]
* [[todo::Duct tape]]
* [[todo::bike toolkit]]

=== Bike Computer ===

Garmin Edge 705
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

=== Racks ===
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

=== Panniers ===

Andree:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

David:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

=== Tent ===

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA MSR Hubba Hubba]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]
* 2 x silk (very lightweight) sheets

=== Tires ===

* [[todo::2 X Spare inner tubes]]
* [[todo::Spare folding tire]]

=== Bike boxing ===

* [http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]
* [http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
* [http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

=== Lights ===

* [http://niterider.com/bike.shtml front and rear]

== Medical ==

* [[todo::First aid kit]]
* [[todo::Verify medical insurance]]

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

* [http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html Desert] - hiking, camping
** http://mexfish.com/baja/baja/af011105/af011105.htm
* Cooking classes
* Kayaking

== Day by day ==

=== Overview ===


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[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Full scale map with milestones]

 

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=== Details ===

 
!!! '''Edit this section to change waypoints.''' !!!

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 11, 2010|Departure=Feb 12, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 12, 2010|Departure=Feb 13, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Village Casita: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo] 2 bdrooms.

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 13, 2010|Departure=Feb 14, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 14, 2010|Departure=Feb 15, 2010}}

RESERVATION in progress...
Camping and one room: [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kurt and Marina]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 15, 2010|Departure=Feb 17, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

Restaurant: Papas rellenas, La Paz, México

{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]

[http://www.todossantos-baja.com/todos-santos/food/restaurants.htm Restaurants]

[http://todossantos.net/ Local News & Guide]

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]

{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=feb 22, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

 

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42128 Specialized Borough Armadillo CX]
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42131 Specialized Borough Armadillo Infinity]

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

===== Pegaso PCS, S.A. de C.V. (movistar) - Coverage Map =====
http://www.gsmworld.com//covmaps/gsma/mx/pc/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc

===== Radiomovil Dipsa SA de CV (TELCEL) (TELCEL GSM) - Coverage Map=====
http://www.gsmworld.com/covmaps/gsma/mx/rm/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-06T18:20:02Z

Andree: /* Details */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

[http://dgp.sct.gob.mx/index.php?id=440 Mexico government provided maps]

Place to stay in San Jose del Cabo: (back up to Delphino Blanco)
[http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

=== To do list ===

{{ #ask: [[todo::+]]
|mainlabel=-
|?todo=Item
|format=table
}}

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

=== Tools and parts ===

* Leatherman Juice S2 (pliers, scissors, slot & philips screwdrivers, etc)
* General jack knife
* Tire levers
* [[todo::Spare brake pads]]
* [[todo::Spare spokes]]
* [[todo::Brake cable]]
* [[todo::Duct tape]]
* [[todo::bike toolkit]]

=== Bike Computer ===

Garmin Edge 705
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

=== Racks ===
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

=== Panniers ===

Andree:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

David:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

=== Tent ===

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA MSR Hubba Hubba]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]
* 2 x silk (very lightweight) sheets

=== Tires ===

* [[todo::2 X Spare inner tubes]]
* [[todo::Spare folding tire]]

=== Bike boxing ===

* [http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]
* [http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
* [http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

=== Lights ===

* [http://niterider.com/bike.shtml front and rear]

== Medical ==

* [[todo::First aid kit]]
* [[todo::Verify medical insurance]]

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

* [http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html Desert] - hiking, camping
** http://mexfish.com/baja/baja/af011105/af011105.htm
* Cooking classes
* Kayaking

== Day by day ==

=== Overview ===


<div style="float: left; width: 48%">
{{#ask:[[Is route point::+]]
|?Place
|?Arrival
|?Departure
|? GPS
|format=googlemap
|center={{#geocode: La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico}}
|zoom=7
|mainlabel=-
}}
</div>
<div style="float: right; width: 48%">

 

[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Full scale map with milestones]

 

{{#ask: [[Arrival::+]][[Departure::+]]
|?Place
|?Arrival
|?Departure
|mainlabel=-
|format=timeline
| timelinebands=WEEK
| timelineposition=end
|timelinesize=300px
}}
</div>

 

=== Details ===

 
!!! '''Edit this section to change waypoints.''' !!!

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 11, 2010|Departure=Feb 12, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 12, 2010|Departure=Feb 13, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Village Casita: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo] 2 bdrooms.

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 13, 2010|Departure=Feb 14, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 14, 2010|Departure=Feb 15, 2010}}

RESERVATION in progress...
Camping and one room: [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kurt and Marina]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 15, 2010|Departure=Feb 17, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

Restaurant: Papas rellenas, La Paz, México

{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]

[http://www.todossantos-baja.com/todos-santos/food/restaurants.htm Restaurants]

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]

{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=feb 22, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

 

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42128 Specialized Borough Armadillo CX]
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42131 Specialized Borough Armadillo Infinity]

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

===== Pegaso PCS, S.A. de C.V. (movistar) - Coverage Map =====
http://www.gsmworld.com//covmaps/gsma/mx/pc/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc

===== Radiomovil Dipsa SA de CV (TELCEL) (TELCEL GSM) - Coverage Map=====
http://www.gsmworld.com/covmaps/gsma/mx/rm/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-06T18:14:00Z

Andree: /* Details */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

[http://dgp.sct.gob.mx/index.php?id=440 Mexico government provided maps]

Place to stay in San Jose del Cabo: (back up to Delphino Blanco)
[http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

=== To do list ===

{{ #ask: [[todo::+]]
|mainlabel=-
|?todo=Item
|format=table
}}

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

=== Tools and parts ===

* Leatherman Juice S2 (pliers, scissors, slot & philips screwdrivers, etc)
* General jack knife
* Tire levers
* [[todo::Spare brake pads]]
* [[todo::Spare spokes]]
* [[todo::Brake cable]]
* [[todo::Duct tape]]
* [[todo::bike toolkit]]

=== Bike Computer ===

Garmin Edge 705
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

=== Racks ===
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

=== Panniers ===

Andree:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

David:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

=== Tent ===

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA MSR Hubba Hubba]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]
* 2 x silk (very lightweight) sheets

=== Tires ===

* [[todo::2 X Spare inner tubes]]
* [[todo::Spare folding tire]]

=== Bike boxing ===

* [http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]
* [http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
* [http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

=== Lights ===

* [http://niterider.com/bike.shtml front and rear]

== Medical ==

* [[todo::First aid kit]]
* [[todo::Verify medical insurance]]

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

* [http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html Desert] - hiking, camping
** http://mexfish.com/baja/baja/af011105/af011105.htm
* Cooking classes
* Kayaking

== Day by day ==

=== Overview ===


<div style="float: left; width: 48%">
{{#ask:[[Is route point::+]]
|?Place
|?Arrival
|?Departure
|? GPS
|format=googlemap
|center={{#geocode: La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico}}
|zoom=7
|mainlabel=-
}}
</div>
<div style="float: right; width: 48%">

 

[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Full scale map with milestones]

 

{{#ask: [[Arrival::+]][[Departure::+]]
|?Place
|?Arrival
|?Departure
|mainlabel=-
|format=timeline
| timelinebands=WEEK
| timelineposition=end
|timelinesize=300px
}}
</div>

 

=== Details ===

 
!!! '''Edit this section to change waypoints.''' !!!

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 11, 2010|Departure=Feb 12, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 12, 2010|Departure=Feb 13, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Village Casita: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo] 2 bdrooms.

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 13, 2010|Departure=Feb 14, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 14, 2010|Departure=Feb 15, 2010}}

RESERVATION in progress...
Camping and one room: [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kurt and Marina]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 15, 2010|Departure=Feb 17, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

Restaurant: Papas rellenas, La Paz, México

{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]

{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=feb 22, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

 

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42128 Specialized Borough Armadillo CX]
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42131 Specialized Borough Armadillo Infinity]

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

===== Pegaso PCS, S.A. de C.V. (movistar) - Coverage Map =====
http://www.gsmworld.com//covmaps/gsma/mx/pc/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc

===== Radiomovil Dipsa SA de CV (TELCEL) (TELCEL GSM) - Coverage Map=====
http://www.gsmworld.com/covmaps/gsma/mx/rm/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T23:41:19Z

Andree: /* Details */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Place to stay in San Jose del Cabo: (back up to Delphino Blanco)
[http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

=== To do list ===

{{ #ask: [[todo::+]]
|mainlabel=-
|?todo=Item
|format=table
}}

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

=== Tools and parts ===

* Leatherman Juice S2 (pliers, scissors, slot & philips screwdrivers, etc)
* General jack knife
* Tire levers
* [[todo::Spare brake pads]]
* [[todo::Spare spokes]]
* [[todo::Brake cable]]
* [[todo::Duct tape]]
* [[todo::bike toolkit]]

=== Bike Computer ===

Garmin Edge 705
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

=== Racks ===
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

=== Panniers ===

Andree:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

David:

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

=== Tent ===

* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA MSR Hubba Hubba]
* [http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]
* 2 x silk (very lightweight) sheets

=== Tires ===

* [[todo::2 X Spare inner tubes]]
* [[todo::Spare folding tire]]

=== Bike boxing ===

* [http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]
* [http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
* [http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

=== Lights ===

* [http://niterider.com/bike.shtml front and rear]

== Medical ==

* [[todo::First aid kit]]
* [[todo::Verify medical insurance]]

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

* [http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html Desert] - hiking, camping
* Cooking classes
* Kayaking

== Day by day ==

=== Overview ===


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[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Full scale map with milestones]

 

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=== Details ===

 
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{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 11, 2010|Departure=Feb 12, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 12, 2010|Departure=Feb 13, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Village Casita: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo] 2 bdrooms.

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 13, 2010|Departure=Feb 14, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 14, 2010|Departure=Feb 15, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Camping and one room: [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kurt and Marina]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 15, 2010|Departure=Feb 17, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]

{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=feb 22, 2010}}

RESERVATION COMPLETE:
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

 

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42128 Specialized Borough Armadillo CX]
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670
** Tires: [http://specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=42131 Specialized Borough Armadillo Infinity]

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

===== Pegaso PCS, S.A. de C.V. (movistar) - Coverage Map =====
http://www.gsmworld.com//covmaps/gsma/mx/pc/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc

===== Radiomovil Dipsa SA de CV (TELCEL) (TELCEL GSM) - Coverage Map=====
http://www.gsmworld.com/covmaps/gsma/mx/rm/comb/2_2_4.png 
http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:18:53Z

Andree: /* Feb 21 - La Ventana */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Camping?

Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:17:57Z

Andree: /* Feb 25 - Todos Santos */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]

Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:17:21Z

Andree: /* Feb 25 - Todos Santos */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
Casita: [http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm Los Colibris]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:07:04Z

Andree: /* Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

Hotel: [http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:06:29Z

Andree: /* Feb 25 - Todos Santos */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel: [http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:06:09Z

Andree: /* Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel:[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn: [http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:04:36Z

Andree: /* Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Hotel: [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel:[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn:[http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:03:05Z

Andree: /* Feb 25 - Todos Santos */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

Hotel:[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn:[http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:02:32Z

Andree: /* Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
Inn:[http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:01:51Z

Andree: /* Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
[http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Inn: Cabo San Lucas Inn]
{{waypoint|Place=Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T14:01:09Z

Andree: /* Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===
[http://www.loscabosguide.com/hotels/cslinn.htm Inn: Cabo San Lucas Inn]

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:34:22Z

Andree: /* Overview */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with milestones]


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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:33:54Z

Andree: /* Overview */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=117647981926523595530.00047e7f58270c2b296b9&t=h&z=9 Map: Full scale map with ilestones]


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|center={{#geocode: La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico}}
|zoom=7
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{{#ask: [[Is route point::+]]
|?Arrival
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|timelinebands=MONTH
|format=timeline
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</div>
Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:32:02Z

Andree: /* Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==

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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

Camping on the beach ?

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:29:36Z

Andree: /* Feb 27 */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==

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== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27 - Cabo San Lucas ===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:28:09Z

Andree: /* Feb 25 - Todos Santos */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==

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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

[http://www.hotelcaliforniabaja.com/ Hotel: Hotel California]
{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T13:25:33Z

Andree: /* Feb 26 - around here */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

<blockquote>The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.
</blockquote>

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Weather ==

Wind conditions: http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/CaboPulmo/metars/latest

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Overview ==

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Warning: bugs in output (see source).
 

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

{{Waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 18, 2010|Departure=Feb 19, 2010}}

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

{{waypoint|Place=Cabo Pulmo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 19, 2010|Departure=Feb 20, 2010}}

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

{{waypoint|Place=Punta Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 20, 2010|Departure=Feb 21, 2010}}

=== Feb 21 - La Ventana===
Accommodation references: [http://www.bestoflaventana.com/accommodations/index.html The Best of La Ventana]
{{waypoint|Place=La Ventana, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 21, 2010|Departure=Feb 22, 2010}}
Possible place to stay: [http://www.palapasventana.com Palapas Ventana] [http://www.bajajoe.com/rooms.htm Baja Joe] [http://www.ventanakiteboarding.com/rates.html Kirt and Marina]

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ Hotel: Posada Luna Sol]

{{waypoint|Place=La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 22, 2010|Departure=Feb 24, 2010}}

=== Feb 25 - Todos Santos ===

{{waypoint|Place=Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 25, 2010|Departure=Feb 26, 2010}}

=== Feb 26 - around Pozo de Cota ===

{{waypoint|Place=Pozo de Cota, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 26, 2010|Departure=Feb 27, 2010}}

===Feb 27===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo - RESERVATION COMPLETE ===
Casita: [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]
{{waypoint|Place=San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico|Arrival=Feb 28, 2010|Departure=Mar 1, 2010}}

== List of items to bring ==

=== Bikes ===

* David G: http://www.trekbikes.com/ca/en/bikes/bike_path/fx/72fx/
* David H: http://www.bikepedia.com/QUICKBIKE/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Specialized&Model=TriCross%20Sport%20Triple&Type=bike
* Andree: http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=45904&eid=4670

=== Mobile devices ===

==== GSM carriers in Baja California ====

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

[[Category:Trips]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-02-01T00:23:40Z

Andree: /* Day by day */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Things to do ==

[http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/na/na1301_full.html desert]

== Day by day ==

=== Feb 18 - San Jone del Cabo ===

[http://www.eldelfinblanco.net El Delphino Bianco]

* Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Bianco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

=== Feb 19 - Cabo Pulmo ===

Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

=== Feb 20 - Punta Pescadero ===

[http://www.puntapescadero.com/welcome.html Hotel Punta Pescadero]

=== Feb 21 ===

=== Feb 22 to 24 - La Paz ===

[http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

=== Feb 25 ===

=== Feb 26===

Todos Santos

===Feb 27===

=== Feb 28 - San Jose del Cabo ===

== List of items to bring ==

== Mobile devices ==

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-31T04:17:37Z

Andree: /* List of items to bring */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

== Mobile devices ==

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T16:41:16Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442505833&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302702925&bmUID=1264869415904&bmLocale=fr_CA Footprint sheet: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:45:12Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

 '''Bike Computer''' 
[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

 '''Rack''' 
[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Pannier''' - Andree 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''Pannier''' - David 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:41:52Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Andree''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''David''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]

 '''Box''' 
[http://members.shaw.ca/boxyourbike/ Box: box your bike]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:26:53Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Front Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Back Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Andree''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''David''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]

[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]

[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:25:41Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

 '''Andree''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''David''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:25:12Z

Andree: /* David */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]
'''Andree''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

 '''David''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:24:36Z

Andree: /* Andree */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]
'''Andree''' 
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]

== David ==
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:23:26Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]
== Andree ==
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617967&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&bmUID=1264482117979&bmLocale=fr_CA Front Pannier: 20 Litres, 1.1 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442618243&bmUID=1264480342356 Back Pannier: 40 Litres, 1.8 Kg]
== David ==
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617970&bmUID=1264471092867 Front Pannier: 30 Litres, 1.4 Kg]
[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693397&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442617969&bmUID=1264474503876 Back Pannier: 43 Litres, 1.6 Kg]

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba]
[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:16:20Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

pannier: front 
pannier: back 

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442628427&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302885936&bmUID=1264864530570&bmLocale=fr_CA Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba 
[http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-30T15:13:52Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

== Biking Cape Loop ==

http://www.moon.com/destinations/baja-cabo/essentials/getting-around/bicycle-0

The 230 mile '''Cape Loop''' takes you through La Paz, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, Buena Vista/Los Barriles, San Bartolo, El Triunfo and San Pedro. Close to La Paz the traffic may be too heavy but you can ride on the parallel dirt road. The longest distance between hotels is 70 miles. Otherwise camping is available. Organized bicycle tour companies originate in Baja, the US and Canada.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?355687-Baja-Mexico&s=2f5e6644f06f3b6869d496a070bee117

<blockquote>
I would fly to Cabo San Lucas to start the tour. Southern Baja is much safer with far less traffic. If you have knobby tires, nice low gearing and a sense of adventure, there are plenty of dirt roads along the Sea of Cortez up to La Paz. You can camp anywhere you like on pristine beaches with nobody in sight for miles. Beautiful.

Actually a loop from Cabo to La Paz up the east side and then from La Paz to Cabo down the west side would make a good trip. Todos Santos on the Pacific side is a quaint surf town with a growing expat community.
</blockquote>

(dgm) Interesting section from the Moon Cabo book. Happily we already decided on this route ourselves.

<blockquote>"While we understand the attraction of this epic cycling tour, we believe the dangers of riding along the highway have been downplayed for too long. In the early days of the paved road, when traffic was lighter, cycling may have been a safer option, but today, motorists, RVers, and truckers drive at faster speeds and in greater numbers. The problem is the width of the road. When two 18-wheelers approach from opposite directions, they pass with inches of pavement between them. If the driver must choose between colliding with an oncoming truck or pushing a cyclist off the road, the cyclist is inevitably going to lose out. Shoulders and guardrails are non-existent on many of the most dangerous stretches of road. 

If your dream is to ride your bike the length of Baja, consider an off-road route a la the Baja 1000. This way, you can enjoy more of the coastal and mountain scenery and avoid putting yourself in danger on the highway. 

In Southern Baja, the Camino Rural Costero between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo Pulmo is a fantastic route along the coast, as is the dirt road between Los Barriles and Bahia de los Muertos."
</blockquote>

== Maps, books and references ==

[http://www.bicycletouring101.com/PlacesBajaMexico.htm Article: Baja California - Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas]

[http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=46742&v=3o Article: crazy guy on a bike]

[http://shop.lonelyplanet.com/Primary/Product/Pick_and_Mix_Chapters/Central_America_Mexico_pnm/Mexico_pnm/PRD_DIG_305243/Baja++Los+Cabos++Pick++Mix+Chapters.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395181057&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302032081&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524441761661&bmUID=1264385123125&lpaffil=lpdest-shoplinks Book: Lonely Planet - Baja California and Los Cabos]

[http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0932653049/ref=dp_olp_2/105-1822178-1662012 Book: Bicycling Baja (Paperback)]

[http://www.baja-almanac.com/ Map: excellent baja map]

[http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/country/159/region/74 Map: Bikely trails in Baja California]

[http://www.todossantos.cc/ Map and reference: Todos Santos ]

Places to stay in Todos Santos: (on the least expensive side) 
http://www.casablancabb.com/index.php 
http://www.serendipityventures.com/ 
http://www.loscolibris.com/index.htm

== Flying with a bike ==

American Airlines 800-433-7300 
Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 

[[Details for checking a bicycle on American Airlines]]

[http://shuttleincabo.com/ Los Cabos Airport shuttle]

== Pre-trip preparation ==

[http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442631102&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302882220&bmUID=1263083739006 Trainer: Elite Fluid Alu A-Frame]

[http://www.topeak.com/products/Bags/Compact_Handlebar_Bag Bag: Handle Bar]

[http://www.lbmaps.com/ Map tool: Garmin specific GPS maps for Baja($20)]

[http://mytouring.com/conf/200907_JFB_BagagesCyclotourisme.pdf Reference: french list of gear to bring on a bike]

[http://garmin.blogs.com/files/edge_605_705_rebate.pdf Limited time $50 rebate for Garmin cycle computers/GPS]

[http://www.bikeguardlocks.com/ Lock]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/acLR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: AC Lowrider front rack]

[http://www.arkel-od.com/racks/sherpaR/overview.asp?fl=1&site= Rack: Sherpa rear rack]

pannier: front 
pannier: back 

tent 
{http://www.rideyourbike.com/boxbike.html Box: how to box a bike]
[http://www.explorebybike.com/theartofboxing Box: the art of boxing bike]

[http://niterider.com/bike.shtml Light: front and rear]

Medical coverage 

[http://technocycle.ca/02_02.php Course: Level 1 mechanic - 2 days]

== Hotel reservations ==

'''Feb 18 and 28''' [http://www.eldelfinblanco.net San Jose del Cabo: Feb 18 and 28]. Back up plan if something happens to our El Delphino Blanco reservation, [http://www.buzzardsbar.com/bed-and-breakfast.html La Fonda del Mar B&B]

'''Feb 19''' Possible place to stay: [http://cabopulmo.com/home.html Cabo Pulmo]

'''Feb 20''' 

'''Feb 21''' 

'''Feb 22 - 24''' [http://www.posadalunasol.com/ La Paz: Posada Luna Sol]

'''Feb 25''' 

'''Feb 26''' Todos Santos

'''Feb 27''' 

== List of items to bring ==

Mobile devices

=== GSM carriers in Baja California ===

* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=pc
* http://www.gsmworld.com/cgi-bin/ni_map.pl?x=2&y=4&z=2&cc=mx&net=rm

Both seem to support roaming with Rogers/Fido, neither seems to cover the southeast tip.

Travel

2010-01-29T21:09:21Z

Andree: /* David & Andrée trips */

== Travel planning ==

[[Toronto Touring]]

http://wikitravel.org/en/Saint_Pierre_and_Miquelon

== David & Andrée trips ==

At least the remembered ones.

[[1998 April, Detroit - Richie Hawtin]]

[[1999 AprilMaybe New York City]]

[[2000 April Netherland, Belgium, Paris, London]]

[[2001 January Paris, Andrée Work]]

[[2001 November Washington DC, visit LindaW]]

[[2002 July Bon Echo camping with many friends ]]

[[2003 May Boston OSCOM]]

[[2003 August Move to Ottawa]]

[[ .... ]]

[[2004 October Vancouver Drupal]]

[[2004 December Cuba]]

[[2005 January April Italy]]

[[2005 July Quebec - Charlevoix]]

[[2005 Septembre Lac La Pêche with friends]]

[[With friends - 2005 December Quebec - Tremblant | 2005 December Tremblant with friends]]

[[With friends - 2006 February Quebec Mt Sutton | 2006 February Mt Sutton with friends]]

[[2006 April Santa Clara EclipseCon with David]]

[[San Clemente June 2006 | 2006 June California St-Clemente]]

[[2006 August Lac Escalier]]

[[Canal Lake - Oct 2006 | 2006 October Canal Lake - with Friends]]

[[Miami - November 2006| 2006 November Fort Lauderdale, Everglades, Miami, visit LindaW]]

[[2007 January SVL - RMC team]]

[[2007 June RSDC Orlando Florida visit LindaW]]

[[2007 June 24 Montréal St-JeanB et 75 PEP]]

[[Asia 2007 | 2007 July 20th to Septembre 30th ASIA]]

[[Quebec City May 2008]]

<s>[[Nova Scotia August 2008]]</s> changed for [[P'Tit Train du Nord]]

<s>[[South America January 2009]]</s> changed for....

[[Reykjavik NYE and Iceland 2009]] ?!?!!?!?

[[Chelsea March 2009]]

[[Montreal cottage l'ete 2009]]

[[Gaspé cycling l'ete 2009]]

[[Haliburton - Bitter Lake group cottage weekend October 2009]]

[[Baja California, Mexico Peninsula, Mexico February 2009]]

[[Chic Choc mountain cross country skiing, Gaspé, March 2009]]

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-25T04:54:17Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */

Baja California Sur, Mexico Peninsula, February 2010

2010-01-25T04:53:55Z

Andree: /* Pre-trip preparation */