Oh well, a one time Newfoundland thing, right?!                  Calves, what about you? The hospital was not far and when we got there, there was nobody in line up for blood work. Sorry  Carolynn and Ed that we changed our route and didn’t get to see you two. Shut up head. As promised, Alan was there on his motorcycle waiting for us. So I don’t buy them……often. Hills again ahead. Prior to this we had very little experience of this kind of trip, having only cycled from London to Paris over 4 days. Sydney, Cape Breton, has been home for them and their two children for 3 years now and they’re considering another move in the near future. We thought he was waving at someone else.  He wrote down a lot of the quick things Pat said. Â. Rebecca, our sister-in-in-law called. We may not have cycled all the roads in the world, but we would think there can be few more scenic than this one. We and the tent would have been swept into the lake, I’m sure. We just wanted it on record should a problem arise later in relation to this injury. We stopped for lunch under a bridge in Pomquet. I don’t think she’s been this way recently. Fat Cyclist 4. When we got to the sign welcoming us to Cape Breton, we were held back by the rotation of the bridge. Cycling from Beaver Creek to somewhere; Cycling from a campsite to Lake Creek in Canada Holyrood boasts a few places to eat and judging by the number of cars outside The Station House, that was the one to go to. There were hills to climb!  I will email her and ask her for her blog site; she couldn’t remember it off hand.Â. Allow a minimum of two weeks though really three to four weeks woul⦠Quebec is one of the best spots to enjoy an extended bike trip in Canada â largely because of their incomparable Green Route network. A few people stopped and asked us where we’d come from. Charlie coached Kayla Kalischuk for soccer for 5 years and she and her parents, Kathi and Rocky, and two friends, Marissia from Calgary and Albane, from France were to meet us at the summit of Signal Hill, our final destination. As we were headed to our hosts home, Charlie in front, me tailing about 6 metres behind, a guy opened his car door directly in front of Charlie. Ian Cameron’s house in Meadowville, Pictou County might be the exception. The Trans-Canada Highway runs from Victoria to St. Johnâs, a distance of 7,821 kilometres. Charlie was talking with one couple, Pat and Sharon Sutherland, and they asked where we were going to stay tonight. Most of Linda and Dutchie’s sales are low-cost cigarettes (supposedly for the First Nations people) but they also sell the usual nutritious stuff like chips, ice cream bars, pop and little brown mystery bags of candy. I might have to try that at home. Most of my years were spent just working, trying to stay afloat, trying to save a bit of money, going to school, raising my son, (now, that was not work! I have a heart of gratitude! The statistics were frightening. Pat had to leave to go to Halifax to pick up his niece, so mid-afternoon, as he left, he tossed the car keys to his second vehicle to Charlie and told us to take it out for a drive. Yesterday after  Mark and Suzane had invited us to stay, Charlie said “We’re going to have fun with them!” And we sure did! There are 4 dressed bunk beds and a bathroom with a shower.  ………Really?………. Maura, our sister-in-law, married to Jol, drove up with two of her adult kids, Emily and Matthew. Can’t ask for better than that. We went right down to the harbour where there were ships moored. He had noticed us the evening before at the Chinese Buffet, Now he was excited to run into us again. Overcast skies and a brisk chill wind. The ranking was compiled tracking hundreds of bike touring blogs. So many I had to delay writing a blog post because the day was so packed. Rouleur Magazine Blog ⦠Bike Rumor. Charlie rolled in and went inside, and I arrived about a minute later. The day wore on and we stayed put, both of us content and focused on our electronics. The past few weeks almost every seaside town has been boasting about the Tall Ships. We planned on making and eating our breakfast down there and then checking out the watercraft. ... A Long-Distance Cycling Community // 2021 Tours. The guys that we’d met on the ferry were there and they came over and congratulated us.  But given the choice between lobster and Alberta beef,  the beef wins hoofs down, every time. This route is popular, and there are some big cities along the way. After 800 miles swimming against the flow of the river, jumping up waterfalls and dodging bears, the salmon finally reach home, lay their eggs and die (no doubt from sheer exhaustion). Kaitlin, Madison, Emma, and Madison. Breakfast was assembled and eaten down at the waterfront. This post includes some affiliate links. There is a lock system mid-swim and they had to wait for the water level to even out before their swims could be completed. August 11, 2017, Day 82, Holyrood to Signal Hill, St. John’s, Newfoundland. At one downhill part I dismounted and walked my bike, it was so bad. That also includes people that have had other adventures, like hiking the West Coast Trail or something similar. We were mutually delighted to see each other again as yesterday we had not even shared our names. I’m a little leery of lobster. We’ve got this! We stuck with the hills for an hour or so, then went back to try the gravel again. For four days we cycled through mountain scenery as if from a dream, with every corner bettering the last as we meandered past glaciers, lakes, forests, peaks. They were up! I can’t remember whole songs, only bits of them, and those parts reverberated in my head over and over and over again. I bought one. The guy who “doored” him said, “Sorry , my bad” before he disappeared into the adjacent smoke shop. Reckoning that we would cause more damage to ourselves, we settled for the bar bell and airtight containers – those bears better watch out! In the meantime we went for a swim a few kilometres away, again in crystal clear water under a bridge. Once there we purchased food to make a salad and some things for lunch for the following day. Wow! But we didn’t have to go far. The music was good but secretly I’d been hoping that they’d sound more Rankin-ish. ” …tout seul, comme une grande fille!” (Translates to “…by myself, like a big girl!”) A group of 4 people in their late, late 60’s or early 70’s were standing outside the information centre at Placentia. A walk in the park compared to Crossing Africa but this is an entirely different challenge on its own. Adventure Cycling Organization, another bike-centric organization, has mapped more than 40,000 miles of routes specific to bicycle touring. He talked about his wife, his  kids, (2 and 1 on the way), his work, the townhouse he rents and how he manages to make his money stretch working only seasonally. It’s a lovely, classic old house.Â, Ian lived there with his parents until they died not many years ago. We’d suffered one broken spoke (our first ever) leaving us to hitchhike to the nearest shop. The 10 Best Motorcycle Rides in Canada is a cumulative snap shot of the best rides one can do on a motorcycle. Now I’m just glad he’s not something that bites. He was and is the best man ever! We drove there, taking extra special care; if you’re going to have a fender-bender, it’s best to do so in your own car. We got there in plenty of time. He declined a hospital visit and we went on our way.  He is an enthusiastic cyclist as well and is soon leaving to cycle Newfoundland with 3 other guys. But I know myself. Construction began in 1992 and is scheduled to be completed by 2017, just in time for Canada's 150th anniversary. We went to ask directions from the house beside the church and were invited to pitch our tent on the lawn. Does that mean I have to do it all over again alone to be a big girl? Our first week took us through Fraser Canyon, with quiet roads winding beside a stunning canyon created by the Fraser river.       Pumping, pumping, pumping…..                       What about you thighs? If youâre biking across Canada, the Golden Triangle is a must for cyclists.  Look left, look right. When he was done, we ate, rinsed our bowls and were on our way! We go all the way across the country â through all 10 provinces. Three emergency vehicles showed up, with a total of 7 people. Where does he put it? Tragically he was killed in a car accident before he was able to realize that dream. Hopefully we will get to host them when they next travel through Calgary. I’m hot……. I didn’t need a second invitation.  Many people were swimming the canal. He’s from Cape Breton and he’s known and loved in this community. The last part inclined sharply but suddenly I had a renewal of energy and I jacked it up, as I reached the top, Charlie beside me! Solid, carved wooden staircases and railings. She likes ‘er sleep.”  He’s so quick witted, he had us both laughing. She, her husband, her brother and sister-in-law were exploring St Johns on foot. Thanks to the friends we got to visit along the way: Traci and Rob, Sandra and John, Geri and Les. I don’t like stained ceilings from leaky roofs, or slow, temperamental plumbing. Perfect cycling weather! As a young man in Holland, he was interested in the culture of Native North American people.  When he saw us he started waving madly. We had lots of time and the air was warm, fresh and ocean-infused, the scenery, pretty but similar all along; many wildflowers and thick green foliage. He suffered but a few scratches on his body but had a serious head injury and lost most of his vision and hearing. The country isnât stingy with scenic highlights. Thank you to all our “Warm Showers” hosts. One night she went to a party at Mark’s house, just as a friend, just as a friend, and who should open the door but her favourite customer, Mark’s dad. Thank you Willy and Rebecca for your support during the coldest, soggiest part of the trip between Kenora and Thunder Bay. Some time after, Alan set off to the USA to motorcycle and on his return to Toronto, received a letter from Lynn saying that if he really wanted to see her again, she would be at Heathrow airport at such a date, and such a time. She explained the “Chase the Ace” gambling game that we’re seeing every where in Cape Breton. Ha! There was a gas station that sold baked goods, coffee, beer and everything else a person would need. The shaking continued. I’d never have known they were tongues. At a craft/art store, Charlie saw work done by a former Mt A student. Learn about the ride... La Randonnée Tour du Canada Tours range from a 2 day, one week, two week to 10 weeks. “Wind”, I said under my breath between gasps, “We checked the weather network and you’re supposed to be with us today”. Thank you Lord. He told us about the new bed Sharon insisted they buy. View my trails and route on Strava. Dave, “The Wandering Canuck. We planned, schemed, dreamed about it. Lots of hills but for some reason I felt like I was cruising up them; like there’s some kind of magnetic pull drawing me up and towards our final destination, or like the world is on a bit of a tilt and I’m just charging along the highway. Well, I sure hope she’s still happy in the morning. Nice wide smooth shoulders. Bike trail from NYC to Canada set to open by the end of the year. Tim Hortons really is that iconic gathering place/coffee house and, once again, we spent some quality time alone together there. Â, We had a good wash at the sink in the restaurant and now, since the campground is full, we’ve pitched our tent at the manse, in the shadow of the old Catholic church. I wanted to wander a bit today; just look in all the little shops, see what they had. Just before we landed on the Nova Scotia shores I went outside and let the wind whip the drowsiness out of me. Poached? Thanks to the hotel managers and bike repair guys we met on our way. We’ve been planning this for years and now it’s going to happen. He did all the work finding us “Warm Showers” hosts and figuring out the best way to get from point to point. There was no need for a sweater right from the get-go, although it was fresh when we were riding. Thank you Karen and Janet and thank you Kathi, Rocky, Kayla, Marissia and Albane for being there for us!Â. He plays guitar and spoke of the big parties they used to host. We’ve yet to find otherwise.     We’re fine, we’re fleet, reply my feet. As the miles ticked by, the gradients increased through the Colombia Mountains into the foothills to the Rockies. We did go to a pub for a pint and fish and chips. Resources for biking across Canada. Debs became my ‘pack horse’ for a few days, having to carry an extra two panniers leaving many to claim I broke it on purpose. The motorcycles board first and Charlie and I lined up behind them. For years, we did. How did you find traffic? We took it easy with shorter days of about 40km cycling, which meant we could enjoy the many walks just off the road. We have less than 100 km to ride and 4 days to do them in before we catch the ferry to Newfoundland so we can afford to linger around a bit. Maybe it wasn’t that bad. Since we have some leisure time banked, we decided to do just that.”Come on up to the house” Pat said, “and you can get settled in.”Â.  He was still in touch with the two young guys, Chris and Matthew who kept inviting him to “wild camp “with them. As we bike across America, you'll cross 15 states and climb more than 157,000 feet over the course of 42 riding daysâall from the saddle of a top-of-the-line Trek Domane bicycle, the use of which is included in your trip price. We cycled past Mount Robson at 3,954m, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies (thankfully we didn’t have to go over it). There were lots of people there exploring the decks of these tall sailboats. That’s what we took out of Charlottetown, after our trip to the hospital for Charlie’s blood tests. He ignored me, so I motioned for him to come out again. She converted an old schoolhouse into her home and then eventually into “Rita’s Teahouse”. Albertaâs Icefields Parkway. If I buy them I’m liable to make my jaw sore from eating them, one after the next, until they’re gone. Then two young guys pulled in, laughing and chattering. Yes, “comme une grande fille” I did it by myself. Our next destination was a bike shop where Charlie had his brake pads changed and things tightened up after the accident yesterday. The ferry rocks a bit and it’s tricky to keep a firm step but I danced anyway.                                  Head? Every trucker gave us as much room as he or she possibly could. The top sites that made this list are ranked according to Alexa (33.3%), Domain Authority (33.3%), Page Authority (33.3%) indicators. Dale, the owner, invited us to camp on his property which extended way back to the tip of the lake. There were switchback hills leading up to it. We packed up our things from camping beside the manse. However, we were crazy enough to attempt this feat by bicycle and it sparked the beginning of one of the greatest adventures of our life. Hard too, apparently. ... Itâs enough just to mount a high-wheeled bicycle, let alone ride it across state or country. Being here evoked feelings of nostalgia. The day ahead was looking more and more like the kind of day that should be spent curled up with a good book. You guys rock! We look forward to seeing you soon. That was a photo-worthy sign. That certainly put our trip into perspective…. Thanks to Chantal and Aria, we were snug and comfy on the inside. No? It tastes good but you can feel your arteries harden with every bite. I have wanted to bike across Canada since I was 22, ever since my brother, Kevin, and I cycled from Banff to Vancouver. I want to hear more stories! Â. And really, if someone did catch a glimpse, it’s okay; they’ll recover, lol.Â. The sun was trying to pierce through the mist and was covered in a heavy haze. Heading out of Vancouver, we initially followed the Trans Canadian Trail – at 22,000km it’s one of the longest cycle trail networks in the world. He told us of how he’d met her at age 21, she 19. We looked around and finally spotted an enormous paper globe under the deck. It would soon burn off but it leant a mysterious appeal to the fields about us. Gone were our days of watching what we ate - we were ‘forced’ to choose the highest calorie snack on the shelf and how we loved it! Thanks also to friends who kept in touch. Ahhh…….Â, Back to the hills. Charlie got stung on the wrist. The ferry from PEI to Caribou, Nova Scotia takes about 75 minutes. You’re the weak link. Interestingly, we are hearing a lot of country and western music in this region. Blueberry muffins with cardomen. We were headed into St John’s after camping on the edge of someone’s property on Butter Pot Road, Holyrood. Journal Directory. We tentatively planned the next few days, then took the man’s advice and headed towards the canal. His passion for adventure has driven him to climb both Kilimanjaro and Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal and he and his wife have also traversed Canada and all the way down through the Americas by bike! â Home About Archive Also on Micro.blog Biking Across Canada Day 19: Runnin' Round in Saskatoon Jul 7, 2019. While we were standing there, I saw two women approaching, flowers and champagne in hand. He jumped in wearing his underwear. And I am especially grateful for the constant companionship, unwavering support and love from Charlie. We crossed Canada, our vast and amazing country by bicycle on our 10th wedding anniversary year and Canada’s 150th! We discussed our days. Everyone is always so glad to see Charlie as he so seldom gets out this way these days. Buildings are generally old and in need of TLC, or more. The circumstances have to be right, of course. Must have been a shortage of names that year……. It was great to have some time with these elusive Hunters. We shared the bubbly, hugged and just enjoyed the moment. We applied ourselves and worked our way up. Not in a derogatory manner, but in a kidding, lighthearted way.  Suzane had a part time job and was always happy to see a particular man. Their daughter, Abbey, a redhead who inherited her flaming locks from both parents, is fluent in Japanese and is working as an OT in Halifax. Don’t let anyone ever tell you that Cape Breton is flat! Thanks to the host’s we never even had the opportunity to meet who still gave us shelter for the night in their homes. “Oh, she won’t be up until 10 or 11. Charlie had an appointment at a lab again and usually the earlier you get there, the shorter the line-up. His motto was EFI. We met another cyclist too; a tall, blonde, blue-eyed, muscular, tanned…..oh, I couldn’t describe him. A maintenance man stopped to chat. We’d heard that they made the best French fries and lobster rolls in town.  The inside, though, has been updated somewhat without jarring the ambience. “Well, hello there. Proudly I told her how we’d started May 22nd, and blah, blah, blah…. A solo and unsupported cycling tour across Canada from Victoria, British Columbia to St. John's, Newfoundland. floors. Thank you that I have a great job to go back to, as does Charlie. He really enjoys helping other families put together trips they’ll never forget. Now, retired and young enough to really enjoy it, they split their time between Georgia, and Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. No way! Whump, down go the biking shorts.Whip, up goes the bathing suit. Light, crisp and pure. If planning a similar bicycle touring journey of your own, keep in mind that Canada is a BIG country! They have 4 kids all grown up and living independently, are semi-retired, exchanging their old jobs, (she as a day care provider, he as an engineer) for new responsibilities, renting out 2 Vancouver  and 1 Charlottetown homes with AirB&B. Thanks to Don who reminded me that I didn’t have to tackle the whole mountain at a time, only the few metres in front of me. Cycling the Gulf Islands is a treat. Aside from the warm-up ride, your shortest day will be 37 miles and the longest, 126 miles. Who knows us here? Charlie had 2 orders of 3-piece fish meals and 1 piece from mine. Two months ago I would have been way more upset about it. Phew! He also enjoys going out to dinner at a nice pub. “Around 6am”, replied Charlie. We were hot, the bugs were awful and we were covered in bites and scabs. Along the way, the weather varied by 40 degree extremes, with humidity making hills extremely tiring. The weather remained overcast and Enviroment Canada confirmed our concerns. Approximately 1,000 people have completed this ride. I risked losing Charlie to take a few pictures. He’s also super smart and while he often needs to be asked to please change his shirt, he’s practical, organized and visionary. There’s no way I did this all on my own!  Linda (who we were not fortunate enough to meet as she was away) lived not far where she had lots of space. “Well, it’s a bit early for us but I’ll be up making you a hot breakfast. We made and ate our breakfast on the stairs of the building beside the church and were ready to walk in at the top of the hour. I took the opportunity to call my dad to tell him where we were. There were lights around the ship and we watched the waves or wake created as the boat surged forward through the water. Luckily we had bought a whole chicken. I barely noticed him, as you can tell. His enthusiasm, even when things were tough never waned. Rain was expected throughout the day, continuing into the night. Watch!  One, the “If and When” was built by General Paton who planned on sailing around the world with his wife if he made it through the war. The phrase 'We're cycling across Canada' is usually met by two reactions; shock, amazement and horror that we were stupid enough to even attempt this, or a simple nod of the head âpeople assuming weâd be travelling by bus, car or at the very least motorbike. We got back on the TransCanada Highway as soon as we could, off the nonexistent shoulders and dastardly potholed pavement. In 3 months, we would cycle 7500km from Vancouver on the West coast to Halifax on the East across the second largest country in the world, a route chosen so that the prevailing winds would be behind us. They have a large deck overlooking Conception Bay, the seats of which were all full. It’s just a tiny little place on the water’s edge with a long, long lineup.  When we got back we bought a canned Caesar for me and beer for my man and had some pretty darn good fish and chips. It was still early and none of the shops in downtown Charlottetown were open.   99 km, August 3rd, 2017, Day 73, Charlottetown to the Pictou Rotary (and then to Meadowville),  Nova Scotia  80 km, August 2, 2017, Day 73, around Charlottetown ,  20km. Still, he did well, farming Island cattle and he’s a handy man. Suzane and Mark were ready for us when we showed up at their home around 5:30, armed with a bottle of Argentinian Wine from A valley in Salta, a north western province of Argentina. Some days, some moments in our lifetimes, are unforgettable. Aunger/Ride The Trail blog With much of the trail following the shoulders of busy highways, Edmund Aunger says the trail is dangerous and should not be promoted as a ⦠Big Pond, Cape Breton is a tiny little town on Bras d’Or Lake (Biosphere Reserve UNESCO—largest saltwater lake in the world) where Rita McNeil spent time as she was growing up. We had plenty of food to share with our new friend. Travelling solo, he said, was the best way to meet people. They made us feel very much at home, directing us to an attic bedroom, pointing out a shower and when we were both clean and shiny again, putting a beer in our hands. The ground around it was either weedy or marshy. On the other side was “Chippin’ Dales, famous fish and chips”. He spent several years there and one time during a Sun Dance he was called upon to replace one of the dancers. Feet…..how are you doing? Insert your own favourite F word in the middle. Best to get it dismantled and packed away before the rain starts. After our usual breakfast we thanked Ian and Alex picked us to take us back to the roundabout. He, like I, prefers camping at a campground where there are showers, laundry facilities and other people. I had tremendous help and support every step of the way!!!! When are we gonna stop? “And raisin toast, Just help yerself.” Another example of the kindness of strangers. We sat inside and ordered Iceberg Beer from a local brewery. I think there’s a wasp’s nest somewhere around here. Now what? We seem to be like magnets these days; anyone who has ever been on or thought of taking a bike trip comes over to tell us about their journeys. Welcome to Newfoundland and Labrador! He met a First Nations woman from South Dakota and moved there to join her on her Reservation. His parents hope he’ll return to school to learn a trade and get his certificate. We spent a good part of the late morning, early afternoon talking downing cups of tea, raisin bread and cheese, talking, but mostly laughing. Through the mist I could see a gigantic hill with the last cars from the ferry winding their way up effortlessly. That, coupled with the hills, which rose and fell like Christmas ribbon candy, made for a challenging morning. The phrase 'We're cycling across Canada' is usually met by two reactions; shock, amazement and horror that we were stupid enough to even attempt this, or a simple nod of the head –people assuming we’d be travelling by bus, car or at the very least motorbike. The TransCanada Trail on PEI is a great and wonderful trail, if you are prepared to take a long time to get to where you’re going. Charlie dropped back behind me, so that we could finish together. Within the first week we would hit the huge intimidating Rocky Mountains with climbs up to 2000m. There is also a children’s play area , an arcade and access to the outside deck. We had a feast. I did it with you! Because it winds between the hills , it’s the longer way to take, Occasionally it criss-crossed the highway and reaching such am intersection, we decided to take that for a while. Maura and Pauline had prepared a lot of food; fresh home-made, hamburger buns, hamburger patties, potato salad, broccoli salad, bean salad, and apple crumble. Beautiful, natural, albeit unstained, unpolished wood floors layed in rectangular log cabin patterns here, and longitudinally there. Now I just have to hope I won’t have to pee in the night. This list is an attempt to highlight some of the best blogs about bicycle touring that can be found on the web. It’s not a great shower but it’s a shower. The other, Chris, had just finished his first summer of tree planting and he described it as” The worst experience I’ve ever had. Charlie was cleaning and oiling our bike chains and I was packing my bike outside of Dutchie’s house. You suggest the sand bar? 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