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Preparing for a Siberian Cycling Expedition; Only a Couple Weeks Left

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Preparations begin for Siberian Cycling Expedition

With only 18 days left until our departure date, planning efforts and gear modifications are in full swing! One of our principle challenges is to anticipate the conditions which we will encounter during our 35-day circumnavigation of Lake Baikal and make all preparations ahead of time to ensure a successful adventure. An obvious concern is staying warm. As cyclists, we are all familiar with the difficulty of keeping hands and feet warm during cold weather riding. We examined the systems in use by mid-west winter cyclists and Alaskan Iditabike participants, discussed the pros and cons of various shoe and pedal systems, and eventually decided that for our needs a warm winter boot matched to a flat pedal with power straps is the safest choice. Although it would be nice to use an SPD-type pedal, the risks of mechanical failure as well as the difficulty of mounting a cleat to a winter boot made us decide to keep things simple. We will be doing a lot of walking, and any hole through the sole of the shoe allows cold and moisture to penetrate the inside of the boot. The boot of choice? – the Kamik Cody rated to -78 degrees Celsius. It is a bulky boot, but cold feet could ruin the trip, and it will be nice not to have to flee to the sleeping bags as soon as the sun goes down at night. Choosing a system for hands was not as difficult. We will bring insulated shell mittens for riding and a pair of good windproof fleece gloves for tasks that demand a lot of dexterity.

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The pedal system was a little trickier. Due to the large size of the boot we wanted to use a platform pedal, but the power straps are designed to work with standard-size pedals. With a lot of grinding with a bench grinder and Dremel tool we managed to clear away enough of the pedal body to attach the extra-long power strap mounting hardware. This system should give us plenty of contact with the pedal and provide decent efficiency while still being simple and reliable. In the photo you can see the silver areas where we had to grind away the pedal body to custom fit the power straps. The grind marks in the center are from having to angle the Dremel tool inside the pedal body to clear an area for the bolts to pass through the pedal cage.

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While we expect some days of sunshine and moderate temperatures around -15 degrees Celsius, we must also be prepared for winter storms and periods of cold down to -40 degrees Celsius. Our clothing systems vary a lot depending on the individual. I have decided on the following layered system which will hopefully keep me warm in the worst conditions on Baikal:

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Smart Wool 100% Merino Wool base layer tops and bottoms
Smart Wool 100% Merino Wool extra-thick socks
Sherpa Adventure Gear Polartec fleece jacket
Sherpa Adventure Gear Primaloft pants and jacket
Hard shell windproof pant
Insulated Shell mittens
Windstopper Pro Balaclava (face mask)
Ski goggles

But we don’t just have to keep ourselves from freezing… The grease in all the moving parts on a bicycle can freeze up in temperatures below -15 degrees Celsius and create all kinds of problems. The freehub (cassette) body is an especially important component to keep from freezing. If the palls in the freehub body freeze they fail to engage the inner splines in the hub and pedaling forward yields the same of momentum as pedaling backwards, i.e. nothing happens whatsoever. This would be a bad thing. To prevent this and other possible problems, we have changed the grease in every bearing assembly on the bike: bottom brackets, hubs, pedals, headsets, and freehub bodies. Instead of a standard bicycle or automotive grease, we are using specially formulated grease that comes highly recommended by many Alaskan winter cyclists – Lubriplate Mag-1 Extreme Temperature grease rated to -50 degrees Celsius. This should keep our bearing assemblies running smooth and friction free even in the coldest temperatures.

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Another problem that we had to deal with in preparing for our trip was mounting our Axiom Odyssey rear rack to our bikes. We will be running a two-speed “single-speed” type set up with 2 chainrings in the front, and two cogs in the back. The chainrings and cogs will have a two-tooth difference, so we will be able to change gears by moving the position of the chain without changing chain tension. Our frames use horizontal sliders with single-speed drop-outs, but there are no braze-ons for a rear rack. We had a special triangular piece of stainless steel fabricated by our friend and fellow cyclist Jason Elliot at Elliot’s Specialty Sheet Metal here in Eugene, OR. They work perfectly. They bolt directly on to the slider using the main slider bolts, and keep the rack independent of the rear wheel and any tension adjustment in the chain.

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Mounting the upper stays of the rack was simple thanks to the Axiom Trekk Seat Collar. These are especially useful in 29-inch mountain bike applications, as even with a full-size frame the rack is higher than the intersection of seat stays and seat tube where rack mounts are usually located. Adjust-ability of the Odyssey rack is also very simple thanks to the sliding stays, which accommodate an exceptionally large range of positions.

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With a bit more than 2 weeks to go the anticipation is climbing dramatically. There is still so much to do, but the fact that this long-planned trip is finally coming to fruition is becoming more and more evident each day. It is still hard for me to believe that in less than 20 days we will head out from the Siberian city of Irkutsk along the frozen Angara River to begin our month-long circumnavigation of the deepest and oldest lake in the world, Lake Baikal. Check us out at www.cyclebaikal.com

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It’s our Sport:Do you put your best pedal forward for cycling the brand?

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

At the base of a busy mountain road just outside Vancouver BC, eight cyclists stood casually straddling their bicycles in the middle of a busy traffic lane. The exciting road offers a steep winding ascent with beautiful panoramic views of the city below, and, if you choose, a blazing descent back down to the city. It is a popular mountain for riding, driving and sightseeing, and the road often experiences a steady stream of traffic. But here were eight riders holding their position in the middle of the road, oblivious to the frustrations they caused around them.

Facing each other in a haphazard circle they were deep in the thralls of jovial conversation. Drivers continued to pull up and shoot fierce stares at the cyclists as they stood, blocking traffic only feet from a parking lot on one side and a quiet side road on the other. New riders sauntered up to the group and the circle expanded, taking up more of the road.

A line of formed behind the riders and the visibly angry drivers were making hurried and abrupt hand movements, a couple let out a brief honks that tore through the conversation, ending  in a second of silence. A couple of riders slowly turned their heads and looked uninterestedly at the noisy drivers and then went back to their conversation. Watching this you couldn’t help but shake your head; these are the riders that give cycling a bad name and fuel the fires against our great sport.

Cycling is after all is a brand, and as we push for more support and greater involvement from individuals and communities alike every impression we make counts.  On this day the people passing the pack of riders left, no doubt, with a sour taste in their mouth about cyclists. Their actions followed the old adage of ‘a few bad apples.’ This was an isolated incident but similar iterations occur daily and stress the already shaky relationship between riders and drivers.  There is no shortage of stories where an angry driver takes their frustrations out on a cyclist; in the game of bike against car the car will always win.

Every interaction between riders and non riders, every exposure and experience will influence perceptions of our sport and the people involved.  Whether leave with a positive or negative impression is up to individuals and how they decide to act. Sometimes, common courtesy or the lack of it can speak louder than you think. On that exceptional fall morning all the riders had to do was move a few feet off the main road and they would have avoided the many negative impressions their actions created. It’s our brand and it’s our job to help people love it -not hate it.

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How to Dress for Winter Riding

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

It’s a new year and as many parts of the world are being gripped by the worst winter conditions in decades it seems like a slim chance that many of us will get out on our bicycles anytime soon. But trying to view the glass as half full I thought I would bring a quick and optimistic guide on how to dress for cold weather on your bicycle. You never know, you might get out for a ride sooner than you think. Here are some things to think about when you are getting ready to ride.

Three layers are better than one

Let’s talk upper body first.  Most recommendations will have you looking for three layers – base layer, middle or insulating layer and outer layer- to protect you from the elements.  Layering will get moisture away from your skin and let you keep the warmth that cool air tries to pillage. And when you get into your ride, if you find that clothing decisions trended towards the warm side, it’s easy to lose a layer.  Here’s what to look for when planning your layers.

Base Layer:

Said layer has two goals: the first is to provide warmth. The second is to get any moisture you produce away from your skin so you can keep your valuable warmth.  Base layers come in different thicknesses and materials offering you a lot of choice. Wool is an exceptional material and will keep you both warm and dry but comes at a premium. There are also synthetic materials, mainly polyester based, that will get the job done. Thin base layers are usually best but if you tend to get cold easily opt for a thicker start.

Middle Layer:

The middle layer helps moisture continue its travels away from your body while providing vital insulation. You can vary the thickness of your mid-layer to fine tune your warmth depending on the weather. When looking for a mid layer, though it’s not a necessity, try finding cycling specific garments, they will offer you an unrestricted fit and good coverage when you are in a cycling position. You may also find that during a ride you no longer need your third layer so having a mid layer you can wear on its own, such as a softshell that offers some protection from the elements, is a great idea.

Outer Layer:

Your first defense against the elements and the last barrier for escaping moisture the outer layer is arguably the most important and certainly the most technical. Shells work best in the layer system. Look for jackets that are waterproof, breathable and have taped seams and you’ll have a shell that you can wear for all weather riding. There are some amazing jackets available that are lightweight and packable while offering all the features you need to accommodate riding in a variety of conditions. To learn more about the outer layers click here to read an older post that explains it all.

Keeping Warm Down Below

While you are cycling your legs will most likely be doing the majority of the work so depending on the temperature wearing windproof thermal tights may be all you need to keep them warm during winter riding. If the weather gets wet you can layer up with a waterproof, breathable shell over your tights. Other clothing pieces to consider are leg warmers which were covered in an earlier post (click here to read), and can be combined to keep you toasty.

Hands, Feet and Your Cranium

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If you are going to go hard core and ride every chance you get during the dark winter months then you can get winter specific shoes. If this solution doesn’t fit your budget or just seems excessive then shoe covers will be your best friend. For winter get yourself thermal shoe covers that are waterproof and windproof.

Hands

Winter cycling gloves will provide you with good grip, padded palms and reflective highlights to make sure you are warm, comfortable and safe. If you get cold easily you can find lobster style gloves that keep your index and middle fingers free to operate the controls while keeping your fingers extra warm. Stray away from mittens as they will restrict your mobility in a dangerous way.

Head

For performance the best options are often thin thermal beanies or head bands and a neck warmer or balaclava. If warmth is your primary concern then you can add a helmet cover to keep the wind out. With helmets being built mainly for warmer weather and your head ditching a lot of your heat, making sure you have the right head coverage can make a big difference on how comfortable you are in winter temperatures.

We know that winter makes for an easy excuse to stay off your bicycle, but with a little bit of planning and the right clothes winter doesn’t have to keep you inside.  Stick it to winter and get out there for a ride.

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In the end, Wearing a Helmet Just Seems to Make Sense

Monday, December 21st, 2009

I will always remember a quote I read a few years ago: “There are three types of lies: Lies, Damn Lies and Statistics.” If you Goggle this quote, you’ll find that details on who first made the statement are foggy, regardless it’s been repeated many times since. I once tried to use it against my statics teacher in university, a middle aged woman with strawberry blond hair, a bubbly personality and a sharp wit, who was quick to rebuke with the fact that it depends on who is wielding the statistics when they are presented. “Good point” I muttered under my breath as she stared at me with vicious contempt from behind her thin, black rimmed glasses. The memory of that moment had slipped from my thoughts until just recently.

A couple of weeks ago I put up a post about wearing helmets. To me, wearing a helmet had always just made sense. I work in the bicycle industry, have for the past 15 years and never really questioned wearing a helmet I just did. I admit I’m not perfect; I’ve gone on a ride or two to the store or around the block where I haven’t  dawned my brain bucket for one reason or another, but the majority of the time I am strapped in.

Because of my natural tendency to wear a helmet I had never realized what a hot topic the helmet debate was until this post. The article elicited a long response that argued that helmets are not as effective at saving your life as you might think, worse they have strangled a couple of toddlers. I was intrigued by the insidious allegations that helmets harmed toddlers so I read the whole reply, checking out the links and going over the arguments against helmets.

My curiosity opened a door and as I explored both sides of the argument information came rushing in. I consumed article after article with ravenous interest. I was surprised to learn just how many people where vehemently against wearing a helmet while using pedal propelled devices.

The side against cranial protection systems did present intersting arguments; except for the one that helmet laws would increase childhood obesity. – This reminded me of a caution that the same statistics teacher had pointed out: “Correlation does not infer causation.” I figured unless the children were eating their helmets instead of wearing them, and honestly how many calories could a helmet have, the law was probably not causing a surge in adolescent weight gain. – I digress. Interesting as the arguments against a helmet may be, they still fall short of offering what most would deem as compelling evidence against helmets.

Yes, helmet laws seem to be ineffective and costly, and nobody likes being forced to do something they don’t want to – wearing a helmet for example. In Vancouver, BC, where wearing a helmet is mandatory, the law seems to have convinced many cyclists to at least put a helmet on their handlebars which is close to their head though I assume ineffective in any type of a crash. And many cyclists that do wear helmets wear them improperly which again reduces their effectiveness. And I will concede that in the battle of cyclist against a motorized vehicle, the cyclist will always be at a disadvantage.

But, and this is a big BUT, there is enough evidence pointing out that helmets do provide more protection than not wearing one, even the arguments against helmets agree. My take on the subject after learning a bit about both sides is this:  I like my head and having spent a lot of money educating my brain I have grown very fond of the whole package –brain, skull and all- so whatever protection I can provide my investment I am happy to do so. Maybe helmets are not as effective as they could be but they do offer more protection than just your skull and I have witnessed this first hand.  Having spent the last fifteen years working in the cycling industry I have seen countless examples where a helmet thankfully did its job and a cyclist walked away from what could have been a catastrophic crash with little more than a broken helmet and a surprised if not dazed look on their face.

Not everyone likes helmets, and that’s fine, but to me wearing one just makes good common sense so I will keep one strapped to my melon when I am on a bicycle. In my opinion if helmets provide any protection it’s still better than none. Besides, I don’t know too many people who have argued that they are alive because they did not wear their helmet, but I have heard more than a few exclaim that they are here today because they had a lid on during a crash, and that seems like reason enough for me.

On that note I wish you all safe and happy holidays.

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2 Months After the Dempster: David Raithby Update

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Looking back and looking ahead.

Well it has been over a couple of months since I returned from my Yukon trip. I have been following the adventures of others on their Dempster rides since my return.

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I last saw Mary England at 4300 feet above sea level and the North Fork Pass. We shared a cup of coffee in the clouds. She did make it all the way to Inuvik some 10 days later while battling high winds and August snow on the Eagle Plains. Cool and wet weather followed her all the way to Inuvik.

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Mark Ooms, of Whitehorse, and a group of guys flew to Inuvik from Dawson in late August. Unfortunately, one in the group had a knee injury that flared up and they had to give up their tour around Fort McPherson. I can certainly understand their disappointment.

I also got a note from Ralph Krauss who drove to Dawson City from Chicago and successfully rode on to Inuvik arriving in early September. The Porcupine caribou herd had started its migration so he was fortunate to see a few hundred caribou and many following grizzly bears.

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I also have been communicating with Dave Cambon from Vancouver. He road his recumbent bike all the way from Vancouver to Inuvik. Check out his story and beautiful fall photos at www.crazyguyonabike.com. He took pictures looking up valleys from basically the same place I stood. What a difference when the smoke clears! Click Here to check out the photos.

I did learn a few good lessons on this ride. Firstly, if there is smoke…delay your trip. I ended up with a nasty lung infection…the consequence of riding when forest fires are around.

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When it comes to packing food, gear and clothing, I think I hit it right on. The Norco Quest was perfect for this trip. A light weight stove and a couple of fuel canisters worked well. A small 2 man tent with an inflatable sleeping pad took up little space. I ate lots of noodles, oatmeal and high protein quinoa and peanut butter. It was hot and dry so I didn’t need the raingear I brought but I would have been thankful to have it for both snow and rain. I took bug and bear spray and didn’t have to use either. I also think it is important to allow days for rest days….to give you body a day to recover.

It is raining in Muskoka and the snow is coming. There may be only a few good riding days before the bike has to go in the basement and on the trainer. We don’t do much winter riding here as there is too much snow and salt on the roads. Cross Country ski season is around the corner and as far a cross training, I can’t think of anything better. It is also a good time to research next year’s trip.

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Looking ahead to next summer….I think a family trip closer to home is in order. South of Montreal in the Eastern Townships of Quebec looks like the destination. Now this is an area that the rest of the country should look for in terms of developing relationships with cyclist. Quebec is miles (or kilometres) ahead of everyone. There are a variety of companies that do the planning for you. Pick your route, transport your gear and offer support throughout. There are a multitude of bike routes to choose from so planning is not that difficult if you intend to camp instead. And if you run into trouble, just call the Taxi-velo. They will pick you up and drive you to your destination. (I don’t recall this service being available on the Dempster.)

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It has been a stellar cycling season for me; lots of cycling firsts and many riding challenges. Some good family and friend tours and my first solo tour. Now the planning for next year begins…..

Cheers,

David

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Sometimes, all the planning in the world can’t stop Mother Nature

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Continental Divide

The smoke was so thick in Whitehorse last weekend that you couldn’t see the mountains. Dawson wasn’t much better. In fact, there are 32 forest fires burning right now…the result of a long dry hot summer….and there are countless more fires in Alaska too.

Consequently, it made for very tough riding. I had to stop every half hour just to catch my breath. It was like riding with a cigarette in my mouth. As Joel Plaskett would say, “smoke so thick you need a lighthouse”. The first day I hit the wall at only 44k. The second wasn’t much better. By the third day, I knew I was in trouble. My throat hurt, nose wouldn’t stop running and my lungs felt heavy like a brick.

In planning for this trip, I thought I had considered everything….good tires, good bike, raingear etc… But I never even considered forest fires. I talked to a group of tourists coming from Inuvik and they said there was smoke all the way to Fort MacPherson. There was also a new fire burning north of Eagle Plains on the Bell River.
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So by the three day mark and at the rate I was going, I realized that I wasn’t going to make Eagle Plains before my food ran out. I even thought about hitching a ride but the traffic was light and mostly tourist campers. So I had to come up with a plan B. The trip then turned into a ride out and a ride back….less than what I wanted but the only reasonable compromise. This also allowed me the opportunity to explore a few sites along the way.

There were some highlights….hiking in the Tombstones, swimming in the north Klondike River, sharing coffee in the clouds at the Continental Divide with fellow rider Mary England (with younger lungs and more time, she was heading to Inuvik) and eating handful of small but sweet blueberries. I got to spend 7 days unsupported on my bicycle. I climbed 3000 feet to the Continental divide and enjoyed the long ride back down. Met a few cool folks along the way too.

I am disappointed after all that planning but Plan B was a whole lot of fun too.

Also, a trip to Dawson….nothing is better than Dawson City in the summer.

A humbling experience all the same. A little disappointed but sometimes, even with the best planning, we need to be adaptable.

As my friend from Idaho says….time to throw your disappointment in the ditch and celebrate your achievements. I also was able to raise $2500 for Cancer Research, build awareness for Cameron Helps and the Three Rivers Project. So…turning 50 has been pretty darn good! Wait ’till you see what I will come up with for the 60th!

It rained yesterday for the first time in three weeks. The skies are clear blue today…go figure.

Cheers

David Raithby

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Only a couple of weeks to go…

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Only a couple of weeks to go until the Dempster…..

I am leaving Ontario on Tuesday and heading to the Yukon in Northern Canada. It has been well over a year since this idea first crept its way into my head. I figured I should be doing something significant to mark my 50th year and that should be a bike ride. Plans for a reunion at an alternative high school I went to in Carcross, Yukon started to come together. So I thought….a trip to the Yukon and a Yukon bike trip. The planning has been fun and stressful at the same time. Over the past year I have asked for and gotten the time off work, convinced my family that this is a good idea, challenged myself to get and keep in some sort of reasonable shape (I know that round is a shape but not the one I am looking for) and looked at all the details and possibilities required for a trip like this.
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You see, I am not the super athlete type. I have never run a marathon, raced a mountain bike or battled in a downhill skiing race…I am just not that competitive. Besides, my body size is more middle linebacker than bike rider. Challenging myself and competing against others are two different things. The objective of the trip is not “get” to Inuvik but to “go” to Inuvik and there is a subtle difference in those words. I know I can ride 100 km in a day….I know I can get up and do that again the second day. It will be the fifth and sixth day that will be hard.

I have had a lot of help along the way. From sage advice given by fellow bikers to the good folks at Axiom lending support….it has already been quite a ride. There has been a great deal of interest generated through my website in support of the Ride to Conquer Cancer, Cameron Helps and the Three Rivers Project and I am happy to help promote these worthwhile charities.

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I am at the “counting sleeps” point now. I have even been checking the long range weather forecast even though I don’t really think they can predict that far ahead.

I know I have forgotten something….it is an age thing….but I am not sure what it is yet. I have scores and scores of lists prepared and the outstanding items are getting less and less each day.

I begin riding on August 4th I will try to check in at Eagle Plains and Inuvik.

Cheers,

David Raithby

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Good Times, Great People and a Great Cause

Thursday, July 9th, 2009

This past weekend (July 3-5th), the crew from Axiom Gear was on Vancouver Island in the beautiful city of Victoria, supporting the 2009 Northwest Tandem Rally. This event drew approximately 700 people (or 350 Tandems!) to the provincial capital for a fun weekend of supported rides all around the region.

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The goal of the NWTR for 2009 was to raise money in support of finding a cure for cancer.  At the end of the weekend, organizers reported that with the help of all the riders, and supporting sponsors like Axiom, the 2009 NWTR will be sending the British Columbia Cancer Foundation a cheque for approximately $30,000. Not bad work for a great weekend of Tandeming in and around beautiful Victoria.

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The event drew a diverse group of enthusiastic tandem riders. There were tandems of every description from two, three, four and even five person tandems. If you were to pick a word to describe the weekend it would have to be “Custom:” custom bikes, custom roof racks, custom accessories, custom everything. There were even full custom carbon tandems with top of line components, dressed in custom paint schemes. But the weekend wasn’t just about the bikes it was about getting riders together and enjoying great rides.
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The event was a success; the weather cooperated and the spirited group had a great time on the fully supported rides, which came in three levels to accommodate everyone from novice to experienced riders. Combine great people, great rides all for a great cause and it’s hard not to have good time. It was a great event to be a part of and be able to support.

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Happy Canada Day!

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Manitoulin is located on the north edge of Georgian Bay, Ontario. It is an extension of the Niagara Escarpment and blessed with beautiful sand beaches and high limestone cliffs. Manitoulin Island is the largest island in a freshwater lake in the world. It is also our destination for a family bike trip as part of a pre-trip to the Dempster Highway . . . In fact, it is not just my family….there are seven families involved in this 3 day tour.

This will be a good opportunity to fine tune the unknown, test out equipment and to feel a loaded bike beneath me. Also it’s good family time.

We will be quite an entourage; with 25 riders in all varying in age from 10 to 54 it will be an eclectic mix of riders. We will be celebrating Canada Day at Providence Bay and heading out to Worsley Bay the next day. Some will take the lower south shore route of about 35 km while others will take the hilly north route of about 67 kilometres. The next day we will take a day trip to a provincially significant wetland and beach, the beautiful, but poorly named, Misery Bay.

It has been over 20 years since I was last on Manitoulin but it is an excellent location for biking. The traffic is light and slow and the roads are paved throughout. The only time the roads get busy is after the ferry pulls in…I imagine that this is also the case on many island communities. I look forward to riding in such a cycling friendly area.

The Active Transportation initiatives that are sprouting up around the country support this type of venture. Some areas of this country support the biking community by providing designated bicycle lanes and promoting cycling. They see the benefit to the health of the community and the economic advantages that follow. The community that I live in has yet to recognize that value but it is through the lobbying of the local governments that this will change and biking will be incorporated into the communities future planning. Even the little things…like convincing local business to have bike racks installed helps promote these ventures.

Happy Canada Day and good Biking!

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