Also a set of Frog Toggs are great for rain gear . They pack very small and are awesome. Make sure you put your towel on your seat and drape it down the sides so your saddle bags don't mark up your tailsection. I know they aren't suppoed to but its a LONG ride. A small blue tarp another good thing to bring. If you need to borrow anything (that you forget) when you get here just let me know . I have a very small tent , saddle bags, rope , you name it I got it . I love doing long rides. Hope the rain holds off for you.