Renfrew to Stittsville
On the road by 8:10 to a totally blue sky and 'riders' eager not to ride on Hwy 17. (Seems like getting away by 8;00 is really difficult....it might be the result of the crew 'rebelling' against my timeframe!).
We took the 'River Road' from Renfrew to Arnprior roday, County Rd #1. What a beautiful ride! The Ottawa River is really big!!! Far bigger than we remembered. It was more like following a lake with islands and homes lining the shoreline. Beats the heck out of riding in traffic.
After consulting the tourist information place in Arnprior (the local antique dealer), we set off on county roads for a leisurely ride to Stittsville. Yes, I can imagine people are going "Where the heck is Stittsville?". Well, it is part of Greater Ottawa. Believe it or not we are almost out of Ontario! Can hardly wait!!
We are staying at Lori, Lionel, Sebastien, Simon and Natalie's place. Lori and and Lionel are Eric's Aunt and Uncle. We are being treated 'royally' and have literally taken over the house! Thanks guys, we really appreciate it!
Daily Distance = 82.87 km. Time on the bikes = 4 hours 7 minutes. Average speed = 20.10 km. Maximum speed = 59.34 km. Wildlife settings = Mallards, Turkey Vulture, Eastern Kingbird.
Kevin = 3 1/2 "Way too close for comfort!" Sue = 0, Eric = 1, Taryn = 0, Patrik = 0
