Cycling Trip - Day 5 (G2G Double Double)

This is the last cycling day for me. Maad and I started at 3:00 am from RIM Park. It was another chilly morning dipping down to 4 degrees, glad I had my winter gloves with me. Maad was also struggling with energy levels (Poor guy spent two weeks moving, I would be struggling too). So we both decided to part ways in Blyth, where he got a ride back.

My friend Marv met me in Goderich at the beach. He was the backup plan, in case something wasn't working out. Cycling back, especially to Blyth from Goderich, is hard. I took a small break in Blyth, then pushed right through to Millbank, where I had a very tasty pita. When I left Millbank it was dark again, but it wasn't long before I met up with Christopher, who cycled with me straight through to West Monterose. Then it was just another 20 km home. I arrived home at 11:45 pm.

I burned over 7856 calories, and traveled 260.02km, climbed 737 meters, average speed was 17.4 km/h.

Crossing The Maitland River

I talked a lot about the Maitland river that I literally walk through by Auburn. The alternative is a 10 km detour around the river on lose gravel roads, which is not fun on a road bike. So I made this movie that takes me through the river. If you are planning a trip, check out my video.

Cycling Trip - Day 4

Boy oh Boy it was chilly this morning. The temperature dipped down to 7 degrees. BBRRrrr!!! I didn't leave quite so early at 4:45am. I also decided to take my time. The first 30 km was very cold. It was nice sitting in Tim Hortons for 1/2 hour. I got attacked by a bush while I was crossing the river. It was scary... it growled and then jumped out and bit me on the nose. I do promise it's bark was worse then it's bite. I was planning on taking more pictures and videos, however I ended with less. More volunteer crews were out laying down my fine gravel for the trail, making it better and better.

Cycling Trip - Day 3

Tuesday morning up and early again. Left the house this morning at 3:00 am. It turned out to be a day with some rain. Saw the G2G volunteers hard working on making the trail better. I arrived up at camp at 12:30 and Dad and Zachary had the heater on in the trailer, which was really nice. Thanks Dad & Zachary!

Cycling Trip - Day 2

Monday morning up and leaving the camp site at 3:00 am… Yep you read that correctly 3:00 am. I crossed the river and it was very dark. It rained a couple of times and I got to see the rainbow in the rain.

Just outside Wallenstein, I met up with another cyclist who wipped out right in front of me. It was awful to witness, but I’m glad I was there to help Ken out. Nothing broken other than his bike, and I rode with him till he was basically home.

Stopping at the 100km to eat & refuel is important. I skipped it yesterday, and by the time I got home, I had terrible leg pain, and my blood sugars were low.

Tomorrow we are back on the trails.

Cycling Trip - Family Camping

I cycled up to Point farms on Friday, but stayed over the weekend with the family. Kristyn and the three boys joined us, dad was there, and my little sister Joyce came with her family. It was a great weekend.

Cycling Trip - Day 1

Good morning everyone. It’s cure 4:53 am, and I’m headed Goderich along the G2G. It’s day 1 of my cycling trip and planning on doing 780+ km in the next week. I’m so pumped.

Appreciation BBQ - Saturday September 06th.

You're Invited!

To my supporters who sponsored me $100.00 or more, we would like to show our appreciation for supporting my Great Cycle Challenge this year, by inviting you to a BBQ on Saturday September 06, starting at 11:30 am. We will be serving BBQ ribs and chicken, vegetarian options, and drinks. We are asking if you could please bring a salad or a dessert?

Please RSVP by Saturday August 30th.

If you have any questions, please send me an email (mhiemstra@me.com).

I don't have everyone's contact information, please email me if you would like to RSVP.

We are looking forward to celebrating with you on Saturday September 06th!

100, 50 , 20 KM Donut Run

Yesterday was an awesome day as 4 of us started off on a 100km donut run. We Started off at RIM Park, and traveled along the G2G to Anna Mae's in Millbank. We picked another three riders in Elmira, and one more rider in Millbank. We all stopped for breakfast/snacks at Anna Mae's (best apple fritters on the planet). I also handed out custom made medals For all our riders. It was a really good afternoon.

Kick Cancer Butt - Charcuterie Board Winner

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you again to all my sponsors. Across Canada there was a total of 1,890,417 raised. WOW! It was a record breaking day for Great Cycle Challenge Canada.

It was also a record breaking day for me too. As I type this. We have raised $8,926.00. TOGETHER WE KICK CANCER'S BUTT!!! I am so grateful for the support.

We have a WINNER for our handcrafted walnut charcuterie board... Joyce H is the winner. Congratulations Joyce.

Thank you again, for your support.