(May 31 – written by Dave) We had a great day today. It rained overnight but had stopped by the time we headed over for brekkie. More important, the wind had shifted as per the forecast and we had a tail wind. In fact other than a 10 mile stretch where we turned around the … Continue reading Haines Junction Express –Destruction Bay to Haines Junction (111k/832k)
Month: May 2017
Mammal day – Pine Valley Bakery to Destruction Bay (102k/721k)
(May 30 – written by Nancy, posted 31 May) No animal visits overnight (other than some cheeky chipmunks) – that’s a primary factor in a good night’s sleep up here when you are in a tent! At the recommendation of the proprietor last night we put our food bags in one of the little huts … Continue reading Mammal day – Pine Valley Bakery to Destruction Bay (102k/721k)
White River Roll – Beaver Creek to Pine Valley (91k/619k)
(May 29 - written by Dave) We had a great day riding the Alcan today. The traffic continues to be very light, at least going in our direction. There are a lot of caravans coming the other way however. The road surface has become a lot more chip-seal in Canada and the shoulder is much … Continue reading White River Roll – Beaver Creek to Pine Valley (91k/619k)
Canada! – Northway to Beaver Creek (101k/528k)
(May 28 - written by Dave) (Posted May 31) Tough day in the saddle but we’ve made it to Canada and everyone is safe. It was a hilly, windy and almost hot day. This will be a short post – I’m not even sure that my editor is awake for an edit. We lost an … Continue reading Canada! – Northway to Beaver Creek (101k/528k)
Tetlin Express – Tok to Northway/Naabia Niign campsite (81k/428k)
(May 27 - written by Nancy) Last night was the coldest night we have had yet. It was all right if you didn’t move from the warm spot you had made in the sleeping bags because everywhere else was very cold! We even layered some coats on top of us early this morning to try … Continue reading Tetlin Express – Tok to Northway/Naabia Niign campsite (81k/428k)
Rest day musings in Tok
26 May 2017 (written by Dave) Some random thoughts on our first rest day... All the basic jobs were done without issue. Everyone is happy and healthy. Basic Chores Laundry done Bike maintenance done – only minor adjustments here and there Grocery shopping done Eating done – special mention goes out to great brekkie … Continue reading Rest day musings in Tok
Scenic Day – Dot Lake School to Tok (81k/342k)
25 May 2017 (written by Dave) Yesterday was about the people. Today was about the scenery. We were on a part of the Alcan that crosses closet to the Alaskan Mountain Range. It seemed like every corner we rounded the views got better and better. But before that, we should talk about the morning. … Continue reading Scenic Day – Dot Lake School to Tok (81k/342k)
Dot Lake Fun – Snowed Inn RV Park to Dot Lake School (99k/261k)
24 May 2017 (written by Dave) Wow what a day we’ve had today. It all started with a nice brekkie and fresh coffee. The later supplied by Mary, the owner of Snowed Inn. We were a few minutes faster getting started in the morning – perhaps not finely tuned machine just yet, but a little … Continue reading Dot Lake Fun – Snowed Inn RV Park to Dot Lake School (99k/261k)
Lazy Moose RV Park to Snowed Inn RV Park (81k/162k)
23 May 2017 (written by Dave) Day two completed. No issues or dramas. The first night in the tents went well. Chris is a big time snorer and according to Mark, so am I. It seems that Mark was up at midnight and he noted that the volume from our tent was actually higher … Continue reading Lazy Moose RV Park to Snowed Inn RV Park (81k/162k)
We’re off! Fairbanks to Lazy Moose RV Park (81k/81k)
21 May 2017 (written by Nancy) Well, we had a successful first day of riding – no bear attacks (so far), no mechanicals or crashes, enormous amounts of food, and a hot shower at the end of the day so that’s pretty good! I think there were a few nerves this morning as we ate … Continue reading We’re off! Fairbanks to Lazy Moose RV Park (81k/81k)
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