Originally Posted by jamawani
Howdy Skookums!
Howdy Machka!
Getting ready for a big trip???
I haven't had much luck on the Icefields Parkway the last few trips - usually in late July - but I was way better off than the Backroads folks in their shorts and t-tops when it was 5 degrees and drizzling out. At least I had my North Face jacket, gloves, long pants, ear band. Those guys were absolutely miserable - - and paying for it.
My big trip probably won't be till late August ... until then the best I'm hoping for might be a few short trips onto the Icefield Parkway to practice my hill climbing.
I rode through parts of the Parkway and area a couple times last May and last September. We had a bit of snow the first time in May, and lots of cold rain. The second time though was a gorgeously warm and sunny day. And in September, most of the days were quite nice (temps into the mid-20s C, sunny), but one was freezing cold with pouring rain. So, you just never know!!
My trip in August will (hopefully) take me out to the eastern side of the continent. I've never been out that way before, so I'm looking forward to it. If it all works out, we'll actually be driving out there (because of time constraints), but stopping periodically along the way to see the sights and ride ... and once we get into the Boston area, there will be a lot of riding. Personally, I'd like to park the car somewhere, and spend a week or so touring the area by bicycle.