5:40 start
Montreal very difficult. Trip tic had him on hwy. 132 which turns into 400 series !!!! Ended up on major expressway - SCARY and for Ralf to say that it must have been terrifying. Able to get off with all major ( and minor) body parts intact. Picked his way through Montreal . Had first flat since Michigan 3 years ago. Had a déjà vu experience - tire changed quickly and back in the saddle. Cycled on bike trail along the St. Lawrence River. Had lunch in quaint restaurant ... Stayed awake.
Humped it through Sorel Quebec. First time back since a baby ... very few memories ( actually none came to mind) ... Sorel is an industrial town, not pretty, much like Hamilton. Able to get back tire properly inflated there. Small hand pump he travels with unable to reach correct pressure. Store owner very hospitable - a cyclist himself- very interested in hearing about purpose of cycle.
Target to get to Nicolet. Checked in to Hotel Montfort Nicolet. A converted monastery - Ralf should sleep very well (lol). Had gourmet dinner. Appetizer- goat cheese on crostini with maple syrup pecans drizzled over it; main course scallops, from frozen not fresh. Looking forward to fresh scallops in Kennebunkport. Beer to start, white wine (Spanish Sauvignon Blanc) with main course.
Again, really beat, so bid adieu. Looking forward to my arrival in Quebec tomorrow night.
I will be his support vehicle to P.E.I. starting Monday. Playing tourist in Quebec for 2 days ;)
Best to get some shut eye as long drive to Quebec tomorrow after camp commitment. At least Ralf has had 3 days to reach Quebec! Have put a stainless steel cooler in Escape; duct tape - should of packed this on Ralf's last trek but this time I have it.
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