I had originally planned to ride 330 miles north to Dawson City, then head west over the Top of the World Highway, 100km of dirt and gravel that holds the distinction of the north-most border crossing in North America, then on to Tok, AK. A two day trip, but with... [...]
A sunny day proved reason enough to take off late one afternoon, heading south from where I was staying in Whitehorse, through its “suburbs” until the vanishing mailboxes seemed to say “ok, NOW you’re REALLY in the wilderness!” Occasional light drizzle and chill in the air, despite the sun, more... [...]
I can’t say I got a good night’s sleep, but it was the fault of my neighbors; my tent, cot, and sleeping bag were cozy and comfortable down to 4°C. No, it was the 3 campsites behind mine, each with an RV and 2 tents, a Saturday night partying collection... [...]
Woke up at 6am to pouring rain and a temp of 6°C, so I crawled back under my covers until 7, when it was merely drizzling and a balmy 7°C. I ventured into the restaurant and had a passable breakfast, although nothing to write home about. I settled up, bought... [...]
You know you’re in trouble when the first heavy drop of rain smacks you on the one spot where you didn’t zip up your jacket, a cold wet pebble that runs down your chest to your belly, chilling your core. Welcome to the prairie. [...]