(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)
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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)
Fairbanks 64.8N it’s all down from here…
21 May 2017 (written by Dave) The day has come, tomorrow we ride. We are currently at 64.8 degrees north and that’s as far as we’ll go – it’s all south from down here. Someone said it’s all downhill but I’ve checked the profile and it looks uphill to me, if only gently. Forecast for … Continue reading Fairbanks 64.8N it’s all down from here…
The plan and riding partners
15 January 2017 (written by Dave) The trip is starting to feel real – Nancy is plowing through her last few weeks of work. I’m on chore/moving/packing duty. It’s summer here in Oz, so naturally, we are getting in some bike rides in the nice weather as well. Our current plan is to start riding in … Continue reading The plan and riding partners
Don’t try this at home – Tales of a backyard cricket tragic
10 January 2017 (written by Dave) The photo above is of Steve Smith, the captain of Australia’s cricket team, making an amazing catch in a match against New Zealand this summer. You’re probably wondering what Steve Smith and cricket have to do with our upcoming bike trip. The answer is complicated but let me explain. … Continue reading Don’t try this at home – Tales of a backyard cricket tragic
At the risk of offending 50% of our readers
Early today I sent this to my family in America - Feeling a bit lost after the election results. I'm so far from home and I'm not sure that I'd recognize my home anyway. The sun came up today, and yesterday - so, yes the world has not ended. Yesterday, I had to get out, … Continue reading At the risk of offending 50% of our readers
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