Category: 2012 Northern Tier tour

Karla: We arrived, at last, at one of the most beautiful parks in this country: Glacier National Park. I was filled with excitement; this was a world class tourist attraction and the location of what had been described to us as a breath-takingly gorgeous and harrowing ascent up to Logan Pass. But, I had already … Continue reading Going to the Sun Road, July 9-10 posted July 14

Scott: We’re in a hotel in Waterton Village in Waterton Lakes National Park, Canada and finally have internet access, so we’ve decided to write blog entries as if current and post date it. To follow Karla’s last blog, we left our cabin and stopped again at the On The Fly Cafe for a hearty breakfast … Continue reading July 8 Fishcreek CG, Glacier Park – posted July 12

Karla:  Hey, everyone, we are still alive and well but have not been able to post for quite a while due to no internet and minimal cell connectivity. We will do our best to catch you guys up. The following is a post I started previously: Well, it finally happened, we got chased by a … Continue reading July 7, Grave Creek Cabins, Fortine, MT – posted July 11

An incredible day on the bike today. In stark contrast, yesterday, after a day of rest in Sandpoint, we awoke to the rumblings of thunderstorms. We rode off bundled against the cold temps, surrounded by dark threatening clouds and swirling winds. Not ideal riding conditions. The pavement was wet but as we rode, the sun … Continue reading July 4, Libby, MT

Karla: The end of the rest day and I am finally starting to feel energized. Maybe the delicious dinner and  bottle of Prosecco we just finished helped the revival, too! This past week was challenging for me but jam packed with beautiful scenery and interesting encounters. The days were filled with the most wonderful smells, … Continue reading 7/2 Sandpoint, ID Rest Day

Scott: We’re in a hotel and will take a rest day tomorrow. We have completed the first map of the 12 map set that we’ll be following to Bar Harbor, ME. My dad asked for a map of our route so here are pictures of our route from the first map. Here’s the route through … Continue reading July 1, Sandpoint, ID

Scott: Short blog today. We’re getting kicked out of the free wifi store and there’s none at the campground. We crossed Wauconda pass yesterday and Sherman pass today. Beautiful scenery and warm, sunny weather. I’m beginning to feel stronger although my legs are a bit toasty after the 2 passes in 2 days. We’ve synced … Continue reading June 28, Coleville, WA

Karla: I am so glad Scott has finally recognized he must accede to my wishes about schedule. After all I am called She Who Must Be Obeyed….We are having a day off the bike and even he admits it feels good to be lazy. It’s a chance for me to take Advil and apply ice while … Continue reading June 27, Tonasket, WA

Scott: We’re one week into our adventure and we’re starting to shift into the bike touring mode. Setup and break down of camp is almost on auto pilot already. Karla and I have pretty much figured out what has to get done and we’ve settled into a nice routine, although Karla has not yet operated … Continue reading June 26 Tonasket, WA