Monthly Archives: August 2011

Anchorage

Posted on August 15, 2011 by greg

Anchorage has been one of the greatest stops on this adventure of mine.  Through a former work contact, I was able to meet some truly great people. Great people, who gave me fantastic information on Alaska, opened their home to … Continue reading →

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The End of the Road

Posted on August 13, 2011 by greg

After 17,068 kilometers (10,606 miles) I have made it from Toronto to the most easterly point in North America, Cape Spear Newfoundland  and to the most western point accessible by road, The Homer Spit in Alaska.  The drive to Homer … Continue reading →

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Yukon to Alaska

Posted on August 11, 2011 by greg

      August 9, 2011 After spending almost 24hours in Whitehorse, Yukon I was back on the Alaska Highway going north to Alaska. Whitehorse was a great opportunity to get the oil changed in my bike, for some site … Continue reading →

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Alaska Highway, part 2

Posted on August 8, 2011 by greg

Waking up to the sound of Beaver splashing is not a bad way to start the day, sure beats an alarm clock. Crawling out of my tent I immediately notice a Cow and Calf Moose walking within a few meters … Continue reading →

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Mile 0, Alaska Highway

Posted on August 5, 2011 by greg

It looked as if I would ride right into the face of the mountain, but the Rockies were still 80km away. The highway north from Calgary was deceiving, the Rockies appear so close but it feels as if it takes … Continue reading →

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Calgary

Posted on August 3, 2011 by greg

After visiting family and relaxing in Calgary for the past few days there is an itch to get back on the road. I am scratching it first thing in the morning by heading North through Banff, the Columbia Ice Fields … Continue reading →

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