We often wondered if we’ll be lucky enough
to spot any bears off to the side of the road while riding. The ride to Meziadin Junction alone had us
spotting 10-12 black bears. Each time we
tried to stop to take a picture ended up having them running away in the thicket. I can’t imagine what goes through their minds
when they see a motorcyclist; must be like witnessing an alien from outer space
or some crazy new animal that makes loud noises and runs really really
fast. I managed to take this picture
because I had my camera out and ready while riding the bike with one hand; not
really the smartest thing to do.
We stopped and took this shot somewhere
along the Stewart-Cassiar Hwy.
Temperature was anywhere between 10-15 degrees Celsius (50-60 degrees
Fahrenheit) at the time.
We stopped in a town called Iskut to top
off our bikes and grab lunch. We were
shocked at the inflated prices. This can
of beans and bag of Crispers cost us a whopping $10. Oh well, what can you do? When you’re out this far in god’s country,
you’re at the mercy of whatever’s available.
Even if it cost $20, somebody will eventually end up buying it.
These recreation sites are an absolute
godsend for travelers on a shoestring budget like us
Park benches were recently renovated and
the old ones were left behind in pieces for firewood use.
Most recreation sites in northern BC, if
not all of them, have outhouses for your sitting pleasure
The simple pleasures you take for granted
when living in the urban jungle for too long:
apple sculpting.
Most often we would wind down by cozying up
and watching a movie on my iPod nano.
The next morning was a bit cooler mainly
because the skies were overcast. I
really do hope it doesn’t rain. Here we
have the first patch of unpaved road on the Stewart-Cassiar. This lasted for only a couple of miles or
so.
And there you have it folks, proof that the
majority of the Stewart-Cassiar Hwy is fortunately (or unfortunately depending
on how you want to look at it) paved.
We stopped at Dease Lake for a bite to eat
at a grocery store called Super A. We
used the facilities to brush our teeth and did our best to look presentable in
public. It’s been four days without
showering and having to wear a motorcycle helmet for the majority of the day;
one’s hair can look a bit funky. We
stopped at the local library in town to update the ride report and let friends
and family know that we’re doing alright.
I also made the decision here to purchase online from Eagle Mike the KLR
doohickey or chain balancer tensioner as some prefer to call it. I didn’t want to leave it to chance and end
up having the bikes breakdown in the middle of nowhere. I had it delivered to Glennallen, Alaska post
office through general delivery.
We stopped at a jade store in Jade City to
warm up as the temperature dipped down a few degrees. They offered free hot chocolate to visitors
which really hit the spot. We also ate
our dinner here, which more or less consisted of canned fish, a piece of bread,
and a carrot. We made it a rule of thumb
from now on to eat first, then ride at least 20-30 miles before camping for the
night.
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Many
skittish bears.
The
apple carving contest.
Saved
by hot coco.
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