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[jasonsmith]

This route incorporates the best roads in British Columbia as well as one of the best in Washington. Were thinking we may break it into two groups, one moderately paced take in the scenery group and one quicker take full advantage of the road group. We'll decide when we meet up.





Dates:

2010 - JULY 17, 18, 19

START in Abbotsford at the Tim Hortons SOUTH of Hwy 1 closest to the border. Aiming for a 7AM Departure. 1255 Sumas Way
Abbotsford‎ BC‎ V2S
Canada

There's a gas station on the North West corner of Hwy 9 and Hwy 20. That's where we will hook up with the Sedro riders, make sure you're already fueled up.

It's a quick stop and pickup. For the people leaving from Sumas the first gas stop is Marblemount also another meet point (0845hrs). Day one is going to be a longish day so we gotta keep the extraneous stuff to a minimum so we can do more important things like stop, rest, eat and enjoy the scenery.

Were leaving Sumas at 7am so providing the border doesn't hold us up I would be ready at that Sedro gas station for 0745hrs.


SEDRO MEET POINT
http://maps.google.c...003484&t=h&z=19

Two overnights:

Day 1 = Abbotsford, BC to Ainsworth Hot Springs, BC via US Hwy 20.
Overnight at Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort, Reservations: 1-800-668-1171
Distance: 489 mi
Est. time: 11 h 22 mins

Please call Ainsworth ASAP and book your room. Standard View Rooms, on the ground floor with parking right out front.

Don't forget your passports!!

Day 2 = Ainsworth Hot Springs to Vernon, BC via the best roads in Beautiful British Columbia.
Overnight at the https://www.travelod...roomId=NQQ1_LV0 Please call to book your room, we have two extra just in case.
Distance: 307 mi
Est. time: 7 h 32 mins

Day 3 = Vernon, BC to Abbotsford, BC.
Distance: 313 mi
Est. time: 6 h 57 mins

Total

Total Distance: 1091 mi
Total Estimated Time: 1 d 2 h 5 mins

MEET POINTS

Lower Mainland or elsewhere, let us know what will work for you if your not from around these parts.

USA folks... we could meet you in Sedro Woolley if that works. Day 3 will bring you back to the Sumas Boarder.

Who's going?

Canada

jasonsmith
jfviffer
34468 Randy
kingsley
petienne VFRW
Gerrys02800
Squamishvfr
Falco1UK
BCmcrider
powderrecon (most likely) VFRW
ZEN Biker (Meet where 3/3b joins the 6 on Day 1) VFRW
relic rider + wife. VFRW
boomerr VFRW
digitallyhip VFRW
agraham VFRW
ExoZagNoid (Meet at Ainsworth) VFRW
PolarBear



USA

E-Ticket (maybe)
V-FORE
choco (maybe)
flyfisher54 (Day 2) VFRW
choco - "probably coming" (Meet in Marblemount)


Post up if you would like to join us. It's going to be a great ride.

[didit]

Might meet you during the ride for parts of it. I have family living in Trail, so may also bypass Nelson.
I've done those roads many times and yes they are worth it. I'll be doing at least 4 loops through there this summer.
Planning 2 weeks + for the VFRD PNW meet this summer so I have to balance t/o.

[jasonsmith]

Might meet you during the ride for parts of it. I have family living in Trail, so may also bypass Nelson.
I've done those roads many times and yes they are worth it. I'll be doing at least 4 loops through there this summer.
Planning 2 weeks + for the VFRD PNW meet this summer so I have to balance t/o.

Sounds good. Let us know where you want to meet and we'll hook up, should be fun.

[BonusVFR]

I would love a repeat engagement in BC/RT20.....great route!

[E-Ticket]

Ooh... that might be nice. I'd like to add a day or two to give more goofin' time or be able to stop if you come acrooss something spectacular. But definately looks interesting!

Will keep it in mind as we start planning our 2010 rides. Cheers! E-Ticket

[jasonsmith]

Great, when you fellas know for sure let us know so we can count up the required lodging. Summertime up there gets busy as you already know.

[jfviffer]

Might meet you during the ride for parts of it. I have family living in Trail, so may also bypass Nelson.
I've done those roads many times and yes they are worth it. I'll be doing at least 4 loops through there this summer.
Planning 2 weeks + for the VFRD PNW meet this summer so I have to balance t/o.

Hey Tony, that would be great! now that i think about it if rout was reversed we could hook up in vernon i think JS might slash my tires if i suggest that LOL. either way have to get togther before PNW meet.

[BCsnowcat]

Hey..If I am home that week(might be in co on a trip) would offer up a pitstop in Kamloops! will see when closer!

[jasonsmith]

Hey..If I am home that week(might be in co on a trip) would offer up a pitstop in Kamloops! will see when closer!

Sweet, keep us in the loop and we'll see what we can put together.

[V-FORE]

Added to my Calendar Looks like a great little Trip! Looking forward to it!

Gary