Don't carry extra food and tree the panniers. Boil or use filter. Campbell's Sports at 609 Third Street ph. Bikes subject to space but multiple flights. Expect rain in Valdez.
Airport road is gravel with heavy traffic.
Visit Shoup Bay State Marine Park and look for possible sea otters. Catch the free fish feed at the Goldrush Festival or eat at the Halibut House. Pick up supplies at the supermarket. Visit the Museum, Ph. 835-2764. See Goldrush Festival.