Looking for some advice on a possible border to border next year. I am thinking about going from Nogales to Milk River, AB and would like some input from people who have done the B2B challenge. I have family and friends in Tucson, so this starting point is more out of convenience than anything else. The route I have picked comes in at 1544 miles and 22:45.
Here is my route: Nogales, MX to Milk River, AB, Canada - Google Maps
I think I can cover the miles with no problems in 24 hours, but I have never been into Mexico and have no idea what that crossing is like. Can you get through pretty quick, or should I expect to spend a while at the border getting back through. I understand it's hard to gauge how quick anybody can get through, but given the amount of time, can I do a Gold ride with this? Or should I just plan on doing a standard 36 hour ride? I see the rules say that you can submit a photo as proof that you crossed the border. Are there any hacks to use this rather than a DBR inside Mexico? I would hate to get a DBR, then have to spend an hour trying to cross over. I am less concerned with Canada as I have been there a few times before, and traffic at the crossing in Montana is probably gonna be pretty light. Any insights, thoughts or general wisdom would be much appreciated!
Here is my route: Nogales, MX to Milk River, AB, Canada - Google Maps
I think I can cover the miles with no problems in 24 hours, but I have never been into Mexico and have no idea what that crossing is like. Can you get through pretty quick, or should I expect to spend a while at the border getting back through. I understand it's hard to gauge how quick anybody can get through, but given the amount of time, can I do a Gold ride with this? Or should I just plan on doing a standard 36 hour ride? I see the rules say that you can submit a photo as proof that you crossed the border. Are there any hacks to use this rather than a DBR inside Mexico? I would hate to get a DBR, then have to spend an hour trying to cross over. I am less concerned with Canada as I have been there a few times before, and traffic at the crossing in Montana is probably gonna be pretty light. Any insights, thoughts or general wisdom would be much appreciated!