Spent the morning catching up with the blog and responding to emails; doing laundry; and performing basic maintenance on the bike. I discovered that the sensor for my cateye odometer was missing - most likely got knocked off in the process of trying to lock the bike on the ferry, or when I took the front … Continue reading July 19, 2016 Rest day in Port Coquitlam →

Spent most of the morning catching up on the blog, looking at maps and talking with Carin. I made the final decision to stay over until Wednesday morning before resuming my journey. Take my time doing laundry, cleaning the bike, spending time on the revised route preparations, catching up with responding to some emails, and … Continue reading July 18, 2016 Rest day in Port Coquitlam →

Wow - what a wonderful day! It all started around 6:30 am with a cup of coffee as we gathered in front of the television to watch the final round of the British Open. One of the best finales to a major I have ever seen. Both Michelson and Stinson played brilliantly. However, Stinson prevailed, … Continue reading July 17, 2016 Rest Day in Port Coquitlam →

I left the motel at approximately 11:00 am and biked 3 miles to catch the BC ferry across to Horsehoe Bay, just a little northwest of Vancouver. A young man named Wade cheerfully directed me as to where to go and the procedure for foot passengers with bicycles. I could not get over the number … Continue reading July 16, 2016 Nanaimo –> Vancouver by ferry –> Port Coquitlam by car →

As I prepared to pull out of the parking lot of my motel, I took a picture of one of those logging trucks I frequently see - a harbinger of a definite theme of the day. At the edge of town, I stopped at the information center to check on further maps and/or info regarding the … Continue reading July 15, 2016 Duncan –> Nanaimo – 39 miles via scenic route →

Saw this sign on the sidewalk in Duncan.Like the rest of the world, I am saddened by the news of the latest tragedy that occurred in Nice. Learned that the two Americans killed were from Austin. My prayers and thoughts go out to all the victims. And I again contemplate what I can do within … Continue reading July 14, 2016 Rest day in Duncan, BC, CA →

My favorite time of day is right after I wake up and sit quietly with a good strong cup of coffee and engage in my morning routine. Time to read, study and reflect. Be still. I love this part of the journey even more than the biking itself - which I enjoy immensely. Put the … Continue reading July 13, 2016 Port Renfrew –> Duncan, CA – 57 miles →

One of the longest and hardest biking days to date. Knew that going into the day. Got off around 8:30 am, sadly leaving what had been a real haven in Victoria the past 3 days. Thoroughly enjoyed my time in Victoria, and would not hesitate to return if the opportunity ever arose. The first 20 miles to … Continue reading July 12, 2016 Victoria –> Port Renfrew – 70 miles →

Took my time this morning to get ready for the rest of the week. Did laundry, moved to a different room, made sure I had the route planned for the 65 mile ride to Port Renfrew tomorrow. The first couple of hours to Sooke will be on the Galloping Goose Trail, which is supposed to … Continue reading July 11, 2016 Victoria BC – 23 miles →

The words for the day - "pristine" and "vivid". Left the motel under cloudy skies at approximately 10:00 am, headed for the 20 mile ride to Sidney via the Galloping Goose and Lochside Trails. This was one of the most interesting bike trails I have ridden because of the variety of interesting sights along the way. … Continue reading July 10, 2016 Victoria –> Sydney –> Victoria – 50 miles →