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The Adventure Begins – ABCFL (Ashland-Bayfield-Cable Falling Leaves) Ride
ABCFL Bike Ride Summary
Description: 4 day ABC (Ashland/Bayfield/Cable) Falling Leaves Ride in the beautiful Northcentral section of
Wisconsin – Another “The Adventure Begins” ride on the biggest fresh water lake in the world –
Lake Superior.
Place:
Ashland to Cable to Bayfield to
Madeline
Island to
Ashland,
Wisconsin
Distance: approximate total of 300 km (200 miles)
Date:
Oct 8 to 11, 2010 (Friday to Monday)
Difficulty: easy to moderate (you are not obliged to ride the entire distance)
Cost: Approx $220/person ($Can or $US) (subject to change) based on two/bed (more detail below)
Deadlines: Non-returnable deposit of $40 by
Sep 9 2010, final payment by
Oct 2, 2010
Contact: Frank Pollari 807-476-4596 email: Frankothers@yahoo.com
Description
The land of the famous Apostle Islands. First through quaint farmlands speckled with these little pubs which tend to have the best burgers in the country, then through lush forest/cottage country, which in the fall season will be so bright with the yellow leaves of the trees that you’ll probably need sunglasses even on a cloudy day.
Then, of course you will be alongside the majestic, and biggest freshwater lake in the world,
Lake Superior. You’ll have the chance to eat at a stone oven pizza joint, or indulge in a fish fry, visit the workshop of a local (and nationally renowned) metal artist, and visit the lovely lakeshore town of Bayfield with it’s meriad of colourful artisan shops that will give you reason to walk and windowshop on the shores of a kayaking and sailing meca of the Apostle Islands.
Then, instead of just seeing the islands from a distance, you will get to ferry there and stay overnight in one of their condos. The selection of character restaurants, and the entertainment at the “Big Top Chetauqua”, will complete your day in Bayfield. And, a swim on the sandy beach, a boat or kayak tour of the islands, or a spa could be part of your stay in this area. It would be surprising if you were disappointed during this trip.
TRIP ITINERARY
REMEMBER - you are not obliged to ride the entire distance
The ride will start and end in
Ashland,
Wisconsin which is one hour drive east of
Duluth,
Minnesota, and 3 hours from
Minneapolis.
Day 1 Fri Oct 8 -
Ashland to Cable (80-85km) (Start at
noon)
- wood stove pizza at the Ideal Market (hoping to have live music)
- Friday night fish fry
Day 2 Sat Oct 9 - Cable to Bayfield (optional routes from 110 to 135km)
- visit at least one artisan studio – Sara Balbin
- bluesfest nearby
- marathon nearby
Day 3 Sun Oct 10 - Bayfield to
Madeline
Island (via ferry - 0 to 60km)
- visit the famous Tom's Burnt Down Cafe
Day 4 Mon Oct 11 -
Madeline
Island to
Ashland (option routes from 35 to 95km) (ends approximately at
noon)
COST
The cost will be approximately $220/person (US or Canadian Funds (based on two people/bed). If the cost changes, I will inform everyone as soon as it is determined. If you wish to have your own bed guaranteed then the cost would be $40 extra per person. If you wish to only have two people in one room then the cost would be $80 extra per person.
TO AMERICAN RIDERS – please try to electronically send me the money (Paypal) otherwise contact me and we’ll make arrangements
If you don’t reply/deposit to me by the deadline, then you still may come only if room is available and/or people are willing to give you the floor or if the hotel owners could maybe get you a cot.
What I need from you
1) Your deposit (ideally before the deadline)
2) Your preference in the number of people in your room. (Please let me know if it does not matter)
3) If you already have your room-mates selected, please let me know as well and (Please let me know if it does not matter)
4) Are you OK with sharing a bed.
5) Are you OK with sharing a bathroom with others (outside your bedroom)
6) A flexible attitude
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Ride cost includes:
- accommodationw are in motels and/or resorts and/or condos, etc – no tents
- SAG (support and gear) will take your gear from start to finish each day
- friendly and courteous guides
- maps
- tail gate snacks and refreshments
- minor road repair such as flats
- ride in the SAG wagon if you choose not to ride the entire distance
- extra special refreshments at end of each day’s ride |
Your responsible for all other items such as :
- meals
- optional activities (such as kayak, concerts, etc)
- travel and medical insurance
- ferry rides (for ABCFL ride)
- bike parts
- significant bike repair and/or labour
- travel to/from the start/end of ride
- helmets are mandatory
- sign a waiver |
COSTS :
- All amounts can be paid in Canadian or USA funds
- All amounts are based on two people/bed, and, in most cases four people/room
- If you wish to have one person/bed, and/or two people/room please let me know, the prices will be greater
- If you have a group who wishes to stay in the same room please let me know
- Space availability in on a first paid, first served basis, so sign up fast.
OTHER POTENTIAL COSTS:
Please note that there might be some unexpected costs that might occur. If this occurs I will disclose the amount and ask that everyone pay a proportional amount to cover the cost.
Cancellation rate:
- Deposit: Non-refundable after the deposit due date
- prior to Sep 9: full refund
- prior to Oct 2: 50% refunded (except for deposit)
- after Oct 2: no refund.
Payment methods accepted:
-Email: Internet Banking (Interac) to frankothers@yahoo.com NOTE: if you do internet banking in
Canada, this is a very convenient method of money transfer.
-Paypal (pay to frankothers@yahoo.com)
-Cash
-Cheque (payable to Frank Pollari)
Contact information:
Frank Pollari
413-B University Drive
Thunder Bay,
Ontario
P7C 2C7
Phone: 473-4596
Cell 476-4596
Fax: 473-4597
If you know of others that are interested, please forward this web-page to them. Remember that we prefer people who have a flexitble, fun, and adventurous attitude.
Last update: 2010-August-30
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