July 17, 2019
So… before I get started… those of you worried I wouldn’t see another glacier, rest assured. Saw many. Those that were worried I wouldn’t see more rain, rest assured. I saw plenty.
Not a ton of pictures today. The rain was raining, which meant I wasn’t stopping much. However, the road was also curving, contributing to the lack of stopping.
The views were, once again, incredible. The run to Tok isn’t remarkable, but it is beautiful. Once I got here I realized I’d been here on my way in. I’m smert.
It eventually stopped raining, warmed up, and stayed twisting. Absolutely entertaining roads. A decent amount of construction, but that’s ok. Rest stops are good.
A lot of 30-50yd long gravel sections. I love them. Full speed ahead, captain. So. Much. Fun.
The frost heaved roads make for some interesting times, though. It’s like a video game.
Saw sights. Rode roads. Made it to Tok. Staying in a teardrop trailer for $2 more than pitching a tent. So worth it.
No big animals, sadly. Would love to see more wildlife.
Back to Canuckistan tomorrow.
Odo Start: 21,428
Odo End: 21,752
Daily Miles: 324
Cum. Miles: 7,189
July 18, 2019
Today was a long day, but today was a fun day. Nearly 400 miles, which isn’t insane, but it certainly takes a while.
The roads out of Tok towards the Canadian border are interesting. Fantastic ribbons that create flowing, grin inducing goodness. Even if these roads are marked by the scar tissue left by harsh winters. Big holes, mixed surfaces, gravel patches, and rollercoaster heaves all make sure you attention is on the road. They’re still fast, but you’re changing lines constantly. So much like a video game.
Nothing super interesting until I hit Canada. Then it was back into the Yukon. Rode through an area recently burned, which was beautiful in its own way. Didn’t really take pictures, I was enjoying the ride. Sometimes your eyes are enough.
Stopped in a place called Destruction Bay to have a look around. Beautiful waterfront. Neat old truck.
The abandoned buildings up here are some of my favorite sights. You could dedicate books to them. Buildings, cars, equipment. It’s really neat.
Riding along sees so many changes in the landscape. Discovered a place where the lake turns into dry sand bed. There is an island sort of stuck halfway between the two. Such a great place to sit, just soaking it all in.
Explored some roads around the area. Hit a dead end. Found an old cabin. More neat stuff.
Rocketing towards Haines Junction you stumble across giant meadows of yellow wildflowers. Fireweed has been the dominant flower, so this change is a welcome one. Stopped to look there as well.
Found a rad old bridge. More glaciers. Plenty of rain. Sand dunes. Yes, sand dunes. No pics. I’ll see if I can snap some tomorrow.
Since I entered Whitehorse from a different way this time I got to see different things. That was nice. Whitehorse is still the same. Shower, dinner, pass out.
Yay!
Odo Start: 21,752
Odo End: 22,143
Daily Miles: 391
Cum. Miles: 7,580
P.S. The Yukon Raven… giant bastards. More like the flying monkeys from Wizard of Oz, and just as much of an issue. They’ll steal, ruin, poke holes in your stuff. Love energy drinks for some reason. Some of them appear too big to fly. They’re everywhere.
Ryan Cavalier 