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Route 66 and Kelso Dunes Wilderness Bicycle Camping, Fall 2010 Day 8: Newberry Mountains to Barstow by bicycle on Route 66 Coffee time, I hope: I try heating some water and shelter the burner a little by placing it behind the tent
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Day 8: Newberry Mountains to Barstow by bicycle on Route 66

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On my way down this Newberry Mountains wash, I stop at a joining side wash that I saw last night on the way here

On my way down this Newberry Mountains wash, I stop at a joining side wash that I saw last night on the way here

Date: November 28, 2010, 13h18

Coffee time, I hope: I try heating some water and shelter the burner a little by placing it behind the tent

The windbreak of the tent isn't enough, so the flame keeps going out. I've been suspecting weak pressure in this propane bottle, so I switch to my spare one, and the flame stays lit. Phew, warm beverages and meals are important in cold weather.

Date: November 28, 2010, 09h37
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