Originally Posted by
concentriq
@2:45 and through 4:10 - Where is that?
Between B and C on
this map. I think it begins before B on bike paths that connect the bits of roads. Follow the Route Verte signs. There are a few short gravel roads but it's worth it. The prize is a steep winding bike path with some amazing views. The other part is in Bic National park. From the C marker, you can take highway 132 until the bike path to Rimouski. Google Maps doesn't let me ride there for some reason.
and what was your route in general, if you dont mind sharing. I am assuming you basically followed Rt 132 and stayed as close to the water/bike paths as possible?
It's mostly highway 132 with the occasionnal side road and bike path. Follow the
Route Verte 1. Between MTL and QC, follow
Route Verte 5 or the blue "Chemin du Roy" signs. They usually follow highway 138.
You can take Sherbrooke street all the way out of Montreal. You'd be against traffic in the morning. It does take long to get off the island. Another option is on the
south shore down to Sorel, then ferry to the north shore. It's not as straigh forward as the north shore and just a tiny bit nicer IMO.
Also: VIA rail: my understanding is that The Ocean train will take your bike as long as you turn your handlebars sideways and take pedals off?
Yes, turn the bars and remove the pedals (or just the non-drive side pedal) and roll it in a box. Their boxes are huge. When you reserve, choose a train with a little luggage icon (next to wifi and "i" icon). If you change train in Quebec City, the second train might not take bikes so make sure of that (just choose a direct line).
