Regarding the laptop I dumped mine less than 300 miles into my journey! Instead I just use my mobile for typing up any notes (it has a small keyboard that is quick to operate just with two thumbs) and it is better than a paper and pen as it works upside down - though I usually fall asleep while writing laying in bed!
The phone runs Windows mobile 5.0, so supports Excel etc and has a Wifi connection built in. In the UK it is called an SPV M3100 by Orange but behind the scenes it appears to have been made by HCT Innovation in Taiwan might be model HERM100 HTC TyTN 'super 3G' smart phone | Reg Hardware
I tend to just use the i-cafes to do the uploading of the notes etc, but if a laptop is available then I will use it in preference.
paul - going to investigate installing an automatic washing machine/bag on his bike now (a great idea)
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