Victoria side trip info request.
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- Gaolbird
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RE Party and Route
The plan right now is to take #99 to horseshoe bay. I am on holiday starting Aug 2nd so the pre rally party can start when ever the first bike shows up. I will make a plan for the ride down but we will go over the route with the group before we leave to make sure everyone is ok with it.
Fuel
No fuel issues in the praires or the park( Banff/Jasper) Fuel in Jasper and again in Mcbride( 217km to PG ) those riding a 1800C model take it easy on the trottle when loaded and you will make it without any problem. Fuel at the Chevron station as you come ito town on the left.
See you guys in the summer. If you have any questions or conerns feel free to pm or I will post it on this thread
The plan right now is to take #99 to horseshoe bay. I am on holiday starting Aug 2nd so the pre rally party can start when ever the first bike shows up. I will make a plan for the ride down but we will go over the route with the group before we leave to make sure everyone is ok with it.
Fuel
No fuel issues in the praires or the park( Banff/Jasper) Fuel in Jasper and again in Mcbride( 217km to PG ) those riding a 1800C model take it easy on the trottle when loaded and you will make it without any problem. Fuel at the Chevron station as you come ito town on the left.
See you guys in the summer. If you have any questions or conerns feel free to pm or I will post it on this thread
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1800 Fuel
I fuel up in Hinton and roll right thru Jasper all the way to McBride no problem , pulling the camper and never had a problem, put I'm planing a two hour stop halfway between McBride and Prince George!
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When are you leaving Randy?...I am booking my time off work and might join you for this trip...that is if you don't mind the companyRandyGuy wrote:Some good advice guys. I was thinking of being in PG. on the 7th, around Lillooet on the 8th an Victoria on the 9th. Want to go slow an take it all in. If theres a party going on the 7th in PG. were in.
PS. Any problems getting fuel along the route . Calgary , PG. Victoria ?
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Still waiting for Cynthia's company to confirm holiday time. Was hopeing to leave July 31. Think we may go through the US. Chicago, Sioux Falls SD., Rapid City SD., Butte Montana, into Alberta, Calgary, Jasper, Prince George, Lillooet, Nanaimo, Victoria. Nothing confirmed yet, probably have to book hotels in Alberta & BC.That would be great if you join us. Company is allways welcome. Is your wife coming with you also ?
There will be others going that will probably take Trans Canada route across Canada. You could join them if you wish to take that route.
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There will be others going that will probably take Trans Canada route across Canada. You could join them if you wish to take that route.
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Grace will be joining us but not for most of the bike trip. Her back can't take it. She will be flying to either Calgary or Vancouver ( haven't decided yet) and joining me for the rest of the trip to Victoria or pre-party then Victoria.
I wanted to go through the US either on the way to Victoria or going home.
I have 4 weeks vacation and need to lock down the time soon, just need to decide to book off 3 weeks for this trip and a week some other time or do all 4 weeks for this trip.
I haven't seen anyone else post when they are leaving or route to be taken..
I wanted to go through the US either on the way to Victoria or going home.
I have 4 weeks vacation and need to lock down the time soon, just need to decide to book off 3 weeks for this trip and a week some other time or do all 4 weeks for this trip.
I haven't seen anyone else post when they are leaving or route to be taken..
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- Gaolbird
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RE Fuel
For those riding a S/R/T/N you will be alright for fuel since your tank is a little bigger. For those on an 1800C with a smaller tank just be careful with the throttle between McBride and PG especially loaded up. I know I have coasted into the Husky in McBride on fumes. If you are coming though Pruden(just east of PG) there is a log cabin on the right hand side. They do have gas there but it is usually $2.00 a litre. I think they close by 8pm.
For those riding a S/R/T/N you will be alright for fuel since your tank is a little bigger. For those on an 1800C with a smaller tank just be careful with the throttle between McBride and PG especially loaded up. I know I have coasted into the Husky in McBride on fumes. If you are coming though Pruden(just east of PG) there is a log cabin on the right hand side. They do have gas there but it is usually $2.00 a litre. I think they close by 8pm.
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Hey Gaolbird
So did I miss the dates ??? Still not sure of my route going to meet. What is your planned date to leave PG?? What is count of members going your way??
Sorry for all the questions inquiring mind is all. Not really just think it is time to lay out plan for trip.
NOTE To All passing through Calgary area your door is always open for a quick stop and refreshment or a place to over night.
Later All
So did I miss the dates ??? Still not sure of my route going to meet. What is your planned date to leave PG?? What is count of members going your way??
Sorry for all the questions inquiring mind is all. Not really just think it is time to lay out plan for trip.
NOTE To All passing through Calgary area your door is always open for a quick stop and refreshment or a place to over night.
Later All
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HeyRandyGuy Place to stay in Calgary area is my place real cheap cost is $0.00 door always open.
Also may want to check out this site for rooms along the way "airbnb.com" I have not used it yet but looks interesting for a quick over night stay.
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Also may want to check out this site for rooms along the way "airbnb.com" I have not used it yet but looks interesting for a quick over night stay.
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Duffey Lake RD HWY 99
For those of you coming down from PG and taking route 99, be advised the road from Lillooet to Pemberton is a high mountain road with lots of twisties - many of them not marked. If the sign says 50k in the corner, they mean it.......I have lost a bit of iron off the footpegs on my GoldWing up there and scared the bejeesus out of the missus..........
We rode it a couple of weeks ago and the first 30km or so from Lillooet to Pemberton are quite rough. It does get better just before you get to Duffey Lake, then it is smooth sailing from there.
Have a safe enjoyable ride and see you all in Victoria.
We rode it a couple of weeks ago and the first 30km or so from Lillooet to Pemberton are quite rough. It does get better just before you get to Duffey Lake, then it is smooth sailing from there.
Have a safe enjoyable ride and see you all in Victoria.