Tag Archives: Newfoundland

Last flights toward Cleveland

Getting up early in the morning I looked out the last time on the harbour. The last time I’m not moving, or trying to move, in Newfoundland. I make some coffee, do a final check of my email, and head … Continue reading 

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Leaving Red Bay

Wade and Blanche started off the day with a breakfast followed a few hours later by a traditional Labrador dinner. (Dinner is our lunch, supper is our dinner) I didn’t get the names of all of the food (I’ll try … Continue reading 

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More waiting for a ferry

Well, the ferry is here. I’m watching it sit there waiting to take us on board, but the high winds are stopping us from setting sail right now. Everyone is sitting here waiting for the ship. I think it’s a … Continue reading 

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Waiting for a ferry

Quick update while I have 10 minutes. Last night was cold. Real cold. I’m amazed I didn’t wake up to frost. I guess the clear night that led to the nice sky let all the heat out. I’d take cold … Continue reading 

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Onto Gros Morne

It was a short day today. I only had around 350km to cover between Gander and Gros Morne. The weather today stood in contrast to the day before, sunny blue skies with a few puffy white clouds to add variety. … Continue reading 

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A victory!

Shortly after I wrote the last update the rain let up for a spell. It went from a light rain to a drizzle. I figured that would be a good enough time to break camp. Tearing everything down has become … Continue reading 

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Trip across Newfoundland

Breakfast A steak and cheese skillet and coffee. That’s the way to start a day. Attached to the Comfort in was a Jungle Jim’s restaurant (that I have since found to be a chain) that was a good way of … Continue reading 

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New mirror (kinda-sorta) and current itinerary

Well, back to my house at least. Total damage comes to $100. Oh well… live and learn. If I can find another from another make that I can Frankenstein on I’ll do it… but I think I’ll be fine until … Continue reading 

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First ride in Newfoundland!

While waiting for the ferry and afterwards I ran into a couple of other bikers. Shawn on a Yamaha FJR, and the other, Keith, on a Harley Sportster (1200 model). They both seemed like some nice folks. Both of them … Continue reading 

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Newfoundland/Labrador Ferry

Well, they don’t seem to answer their phone… I think I’ll have to try back later.

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