Day 42: Nipigon to Rossport (74km)

Weather wise, today began like the photo above, but was mostly like the photo below it. Regardless today was supposed to be a challenging ride, but a strong headwind and unyielding rain didn't make it any easier.

The one reprieve was the absolutely beautiful views of Lake Superior we were treated to throughout the day. Highway 17 hugs the shoreline, rolling through steep climbs and quick descents. Coming into this trip, people warned us that Ontario can rival British Columbia for degree of cycling difficulty, but so far, weather aside, Vanessa and I have found it fairly enjoyable. The scenery is beautiful and unlike the mountain passes in BC, when you climb a hill you very quickly get to roll back down it.

Today had the potential to be one of the more entertaining rides of our trip, but by 5pm dense fog and constant rain had pretty much soaked us to the bone. Looking at the prospect of a cold, wet night in a soaking tent, we made the split second decision to treat ourselves to a Bed and Breakfast in Rossport instead of pushing to the campground just down the road.

We couldn't have made a better decision. As I write this at 9:40pm it's still pouring rain and another couple at the B&B offered for us to join them for dinner in Schreiber and we had a great time getting to know them.

Tomorrow it's off to Marathon where we're planning to visit another rehab centre and spend the day taking in the town.