A few random thoughts for you.

It's possible to eat cheaply on the road. For lunches, stop at a grocery store and get what you need to make some sandwiches. That's the cheapest bang for your buck. For suppers, cook some dried lentils, drain and add a bit of deli ham to the mix. Dried lentils are chock full of protein and they're one of the cheapest foods you can find. Bulk food stores are wonderful.

If possible, check out the farmers' markets in towns and cities. Also, look for farmers who are selling fruit or produce from their farms. You can often save a bit of money that way.

To save on weight, buy a small amount of food each day. Carry a few days' worth of dried foods and staples. For anything fresh, buy what you need when you stop for the night.


If you find yourself short of money and you're traveling in summer, it may be possible to find a bit of temporary work picking fruit. You won't get rich, but if you need, you may be able to pick up a bit of extra money for the trip.


You had asked about route information as well. I can give you some information about the roads in British Columbia from Nelson to Vancouver. (I've ridden those roads more than once.) Let me know where you're going to come into Canada and I can help you from there.