A journey through the wilderness

After sitting around for two days it was time to move on. On Wednesday it was way to smoky to cycle. On Thursday it was much better but there was a North wind that I did not wish to battle. Today there was a south wind, little smoke and cool weather that was excellent for cycling.

I did a quick side trip on Thursday to stay in shape. It was 22 km’s long.

When planning this trip I knew that leaving St. Martin Junction and trying to get to Grand Rapids would be the hardest day. I would have to carry enough fuel (water) for the entire day Cooler conditions and a wind that helped was perfect timing. I also had to cycle in the rain for a couple of hours.

A rest area that had a shelter was perfect timing for having my lunch. There was a gas station that serves hot food that was perfect timing for my supper.

I got to Grand Rapids between 7:30 and 8. I really wanted to stay in a Hotel for night. But there is very few options for staying night here. So I am in the tent for this night.

I am very tired from cycling 183 km’s today. I don’t think I cycled that many km’s in one day since I was in my 20’s.

I look forward to Cheryl meeting up with me tomorrow. She will provide van support until I get to Thompson, hopefully on Sunday sometime.