ZfrkS62
09-10-2006, 11:38 PM
So, as some of you have read, i recently moved 3,000 miles and drove every mile of it. This is the 3rd time i've moved this way and i've unwittingly compiled a list of things that should be kept in mind when taking a road trip of any kind.
Petrol/Gas
1. No matter what type of fuel you use, always leave with a full tank and when it comes time to find a filling station, always fill to Full. It may be awhile until you see another station, especially when driving through deserted areas.
2. Play it safe on fuel level. Pick a point on the gauge, like the 1/4 tank mark, to fill up at. don't wait until the needle is pointing at the big E to decide it's time to gas up. This can leave you waiting for a roadside rescue or hiking an ungodly amount of distance to a station. And it will be just your luck that they don't have a gas can.
3. Don't stick to the name brand stations, like Shell, Texaco etc. The truck stop stations ( in the US this is Pilot, Love's, CFN, etc.) will usually have gas a bit cheaper. There is nothing wrong with this fuel. depending on the size of your tank, this could save you a cheeseburger or 2 in gas money :P :D And these stations usually have a cut rate for diesel if you pay in cash.
Food/Water
1. take some snacks like beef jerky, trail mix, fruits etc. Especially if you're the one driving. even though you are just sitting on your ass, you are still using energy. Driving is as mentally draining as running is physically draining because you are focusing on maintaining speed (if you don't have cruise control), watching the traffic around you and so on. This causes fatigue, especially on the eyes. Candy is just empty calories and really doesn't do anything but take up space in your stomach.
2. Stay hydrated. Dehydration is always serious but it's effects on the road can be treacherous. Drink plenty of water along the road and it wouldn't hurt to have a powerade or something like that once a day.
3. Energy drinks like Red Bull, though they work, probably aren't the best idea.
4. When you get hungry, EAT. Snaking works, but you still need to eat an entire meal. Breakfast and Dinner for sure.
Rest
1. If you're driving alone, don't wait until you feel tired to pull off and sleep. telling yourself that "a few more miles couldn't hurt" may end up hurting alot. If your eyes feel dry, and eyelids feel heavy, or you can't remember driving the last couple miles or so, pull off and catch some winks.
2. You don't have to stop at every rest stop, but stop occasionally and stretch out, walk around and get some air. It helps, alot.
Petrol/Gas
1. No matter what type of fuel you use, always leave with a full tank and when it comes time to find a filling station, always fill to Full. It may be awhile until you see another station, especially when driving through deserted areas.
2. Play it safe on fuel level. Pick a point on the gauge, like the 1/4 tank mark, to fill up at. don't wait until the needle is pointing at the big E to decide it's time to gas up. This can leave you waiting for a roadside rescue or hiking an ungodly amount of distance to a station. And it will be just your luck that they don't have a gas can.
3. Don't stick to the name brand stations, like Shell, Texaco etc. The truck stop stations ( in the US this is Pilot, Love's, CFN, etc.) will usually have gas a bit cheaper. There is nothing wrong with this fuel. depending on the size of your tank, this could save you a cheeseburger or 2 in gas money :P :D And these stations usually have a cut rate for diesel if you pay in cash.
Food/Water
1. take some snacks like beef jerky, trail mix, fruits etc. Especially if you're the one driving. even though you are just sitting on your ass, you are still using energy. Driving is as mentally draining as running is physically draining because you are focusing on maintaining speed (if you don't have cruise control), watching the traffic around you and so on. This causes fatigue, especially on the eyes. Candy is just empty calories and really doesn't do anything but take up space in your stomach.
2. Stay hydrated. Dehydration is always serious but it's effects on the road can be treacherous. Drink plenty of water along the road and it wouldn't hurt to have a powerade or something like that once a day.
3. Energy drinks like Red Bull, though they work, probably aren't the best idea.
4. When you get hungry, EAT. Snaking works, but you still need to eat an entire meal. Breakfast and Dinner for sure.
Rest
1. If you're driving alone, don't wait until you feel tired to pull off and sleep. telling yourself that "a few more miles couldn't hurt" may end up hurting alot. If your eyes feel dry, and eyelids feel heavy, or you can't remember driving the last couple miles or so, pull off and catch some winks.
2. You don't have to stop at every rest stop, but stop occasionally and stretch out, walk around and get some air. It helps, alot.