Monday, July 30, 2012

Day 42 Brantford Ontario to Niagara Falls, NY

Great day to ride!! sunshine, low humidity, scenic...  The whole day was fun, from the smooth roads in the morning to colored lights and fireworks over Niagara Falls at night.  First time all trip we stayed up after dark!!

Start of the day in rural Canada


Who knew Miles Goodwin's fame had spread to rural Canada?

The group enjoyed meeting Miles on his Harley in Wi Dells, we didn't know he is such a celebrity.

Small town local color:

Oldest Sugar Maple in Canada, Donated by the Comfort Family

The farm where the tree is located has been owned by the same family since 1816
We stopped at the town store and they had a hard time understanding why someone would ride across America (so do we) The Comfort tree, is the biggest local attraction.


 Lift bridge on the Welland Canal


 Diane and Crist at Niagara Falls 

 Highlights of the day were Niagara Falls and arriving back in the US at NY.  Diane and Crist at Niagara Falls




Sam and Janel entering the US at NY

View from the bridge

Crossing back into the US on the Rainbow Bridge.  Customs went very fast.  They let 4 riders go through at a time.  Check passports, a few questions and we were done.
Monday, last rest day,  will be a quiet day.  Rest and eat.  Go to the park on Goat Island, just above the falls.  Read and eat some more then sleep.  Nice and quiet.  No casinos or boat ride. 
Enjoy the day
Sam

8 comments:

  1. Geez, Sam...

    Wish you hadn't shown that sign....now People, US and The Inquirer will be hunting me down. Fortunately, they'll be looking in the wrong place. I'll be up in the Comfort Tree.

    One week to go!!

    Congratulations, my man!!

    Miles

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  2. Glad to have you back in the US! Love, mjkb

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  3. Hi Sam,
    Not too much left! You have really done a great job and I enjoy your blog.

    Love you
    Joan

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  4. Sam, I can't believe you are really in the final stretch. I just caught up with the posts on your blog and read that you are in New York! Stay safe. -Jeryl

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  5. When I grow up, I want to be a turtle. Rock on! Ginger

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  6. Niagra Falls - Henrietta, Liverpool, Little Falls.
    Keep spinning. Your upbeat writing has been so good to read each day - Thanks Sam and others.
    Carol D

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  7. Glad to see that the rumors that you were going to defect to Canada are NOT true (I have no information about other Olympic athlete defection rumors). Stay well and injury free!

    Mike Ceccato (the compliance cohort of Mary)

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  8. What a great adventure coming to a close! So glad that it has been a great few days with pleasant weather and amazing sights. What will I do when I don't have your blog to visit and make me laugh?? 8) enjoy your last few days, we are so proud of you!!!

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