Lake Manitou to Tobermory
On the road after a large breakfast to a 'bright blue sky' and bicycles 'free of gear'. Verla sent us off this morning well 'fuelled' and decided to carry our gear to the ferry for us. What a pleasure to ride again with no weight! Highway 6 across the island was extremely rough with cracks (grass growing in some) that shook us and the bikes constantly. Construction signs said the start date to reconstruct the highway was to begin July 5. Wonder what year they were referring to??? After arriving in South Baymouth our gear was re-loaded and Verla provided us with a 'huge' picnic lunch that included 2 kinds of pie. Thank you so much Ike and Verla for your incredible hospitality.
After a smooth ride on the Chi-cheemaun we were met in Tobermory by our new found friends, Brian and Pat, and escorted to their cottage on Lake Huron. Brian and Pat cycled across Canada in 2008 and a common acquaintance, Judy, introduced them to our blog and its ramblings.
We have had a really fun evening swapping stories, eating a wonderful dinner, and drinking some wine. It is as if we have known each other for a long time, a bond that only touring cyclists can truly understand. Thanks guys for your hospitality. We are in your debt.
Daily Distance = 69.09 km. Time on the bikes = 3 hours 48 minutes. Average Speed = 18.11 km. Maximum Speed = 46 .69 km. Wildlife Sightings = Deer, Sandhill Cranes, Loon, Chipmunk.
Kevin = 3, Sue = 0, Eric = 1.
P.S. Not a bad day on our 29th wedding anniversary!!! Life is good!!!
