5:45 On this gloomy, rainy morning, we all crept our way to the college. In silence, we all hoped that this rain wouldn't become the main theme of our trip.
8:00 Wilderness tours: Moral quickly climbed as we outfitted our bikes and packed our gear. After a (premixed) peanut butter and jam lunch in the bike shop, we departed with wide smiles and ambitious pedal strokes
The first village we passed through was Fort de Portage. The roads after surrounded in rolling green farms with cows, cows and lots of more cows.
4:30 After 34 km of cycling, we finally arrived in Shawville. Much to the relief of our bike seats. If you have the need, there is a Giant Tiger before you hit the town. It is across the street from a fries stand... Don't be detered - fries and sirens have too much in common - but much more dangerous coffee awaits. Artbrulant cafe has art I wish I could steal, service you could never steal from, and coffee and tea by the sack full. The owner is also an enthusiastic cyclist who owns a very interesting two wheeled rig. You should check it out proptly.
5:00 Shopping at value mart for dinner and breakfast.
5:30 Our destination was a short bike around the corner: Milldam Park. We spent the next few hours indulging in a dry pavilio: tents up, an arena around the corner with real live washroom facilities, and a warm meal made by many ,many hands. The pasta was fantastic. The sleep was well needed.
Trip tip!
Wear cycle shorts with max padding. If it feels like a diaper, say yes. You do not want to feel the seat when it stops liking you.
Photos!
James, Packing up at Wilderness Tours on Day 1
Miles' Kona Sutra Touring Rig
James' mule knot (great for tying down dry bags on rear rack)
The fleet!
Stopping for a coffee at Art Brulant's Cafe in Shawville, Quebec
A Cappuccino from Art Brulant
Camping in Mill Dam Park in Shawville, Quebec
The Good Luck Guitar Pick
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