Scotty's Ride: The Long Way Round.. Cape Breton that is!

Wednesday August 6th

Whew... sorry it is taking me so long to finish this.

This was the day. Cape Breton Nova Scotia. People come from all over this part of the world to ride motorbikes on the roads of Cape Breton.

We woke to a mix of wet and sun. The day was really trying to take a turn for the better but it was a struggle.

Some of us... not me, but some of us had not shaved since we left Peters house. I think they were getting a little itchy.

Jeffie has a little different method of shaving.

And then, pack up and we are off. I left a bit early to check the air pressure in my tires at the Canadian Tire Store over in Port Hawkesbury.

Then met the rest of the gang at the visitor center. It was early and the center was closed. We met a guy on a Vee Strom who had slept behind the building on a picnic table. Seems he got in late and everything was closed. Didn't get a picture of him though.

Took Highway 105 to Baddeck. Hit some traffic for road repairs and some rain. Nothing new on this trip.. seems they are always fixing the road and its always raining.

We stopped at a little cafe in Baddeck for breakfast.

I had a bagel with lox which was delicious!

Jimmy enjoyed his breakfast as well.

Baddeck is a charming little town. Next time we come up to NS we have to slow down a bit and sightsee more.

After breakfast we hit the gas station and met some guys from New York.

I couldn't resist busting abit about New Yorkers being allowed into Canada
Joisey guys and New Yawkers always get a bit of a rivalry going.

At least they have good taste in Motorbikes.

Here's to the BMWONY. (BMW Owners of New York)
Hope you guys made it home safe.

The rain seemed to be letting up a bit so we continued counterclockwise around the Cabot Trail.

At the entrance to the park you have to stop and pay admission. This is pretty much on the honor system. There is a small house (pictured below) and a drive through a short distance down the road. We paid at the first stop and just drove by the second one. Your recipt is your admission and no one ever asks to see it. I guess the fees help them keep the road in good shape.

We met a nice couple from Quebec while we stretched our legs and paid the fee. They were on Holiday traveling through NS.

Father Jim checking out the NS real estate. If he buys this church at least he will paint it.

Jeff showing off his... er.... electric vest hookup. Yes it was chilly enough in August to make an electric vest a nice addition to your gear.

Next Stop ....Lunch... more food of course.

Then a most unexpected thing happened! Well.... I kinda expected.. or hoped for it. When we got around to the west side of Cape Breton we found the SUN!

We played around for a while taking pictures and videos and just having fun. We were north of Cheticamp which in my opinion, is the most beautiful part of Cape Breton.

Here are some of the pictures we took.