Chuck, I'm guessing you have ridden 800 miles in a day before. A year ago yesterday I rode 848.2 miles while on the way back from my adventure to California. I sure hope I'm never in a position where I think that is necessary again. I was lucky with perfect weather, but is sure was a grueling ride. I’m with Dr. Dolittle, I don’t think it’s a good idea either. Keep in mind you have a second rider too. Is he up for that kind of punishment? If you do in fact make this trip, I wish you well, but I sure am glad I ain’t going. I don’t see how it is physically possible to ride those kind of miles, take in the sights you listed and camp too. I wouldn’t want to ride with “trickydoc’s” buddy either; I ain’t tough enough. Mad Dog Marrion