A common question I would get and would often wonder myself before I started is how much a trip like this would cost. So, from the very start I've kept very detailed records of how much I spent. As a general warning, I went about this very cheaply. From buying major items on Ebay to not paying for places to sleep along the way. If that isn't your style, these figures won't apply to you.
Initial Costs (Before Trip Started)
- Bike - $405.00
- BOB Trailer - $234.31
- Camera - $210.00
- Bicycle Repair Class - $231.00
- Other - $1,201.84
- SUBTOTAL = $2,282.15
On the Road Costs
- Cash (used mainly for food) - $414.00
- Chicago - $62.76
- Food - $266.75
- Mail - $46.77
- Misc - $33.52
- Repair - $204.04
- SUBTOTAL = $1,027.84
TOTAL COST = $3,309.99
