We packed up our wet tents in a swarm of mosquitoes, went to the cafe for a big breakfast then to the shop to stock up on lunch foods. The first 40km passed quickly and we stopped for a break on some roadside rocks, overlooking the vast expanse of forest. The sky darkened and specks of rain began to fall. We put on our rain gear and pedalled on as the specks turned to drops and the drops came down in their billions!
We pulled in at a covered picnic bench for lunch, shivering as the temperature dropped under the clouds. After sandwiches, we made tea and hot chocolate in a bid to stay warm as we waited out the rain. We had to wait a while but eventually it cleared and we set off again.
After half an hour the rain was back and we rode with the rain soaking our heads and torsos and the road water soaking our feet and legs. Those of us in the back also got facefulls of gritty road water from the back wheel in front of us, which was less than delicious.
Then, blue sky ahead! The clouds were behind us and the sun came out, warming the world from 10 degrees to 25 degrees in half an hour. We pulled in at a viewpoint to dry off in the sun and decide where to spend the night.
After a big shop in Ignace, we're heading just out of town to cook and camp. We bought meat and vegetables and salad - I'm so excited about the prospect of a proper meal! The only time I usually get enough veggies is staying with warmshowers hosts.
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