Trans Rockies Report

Ed has declared that he is moving to British Columbia . Julie - start packing.

We found an internet cafe in Fernie to post some photos. This is the second try - we lost a report when we tried to post it. I was trying to correct a spelling error, I won't bother next time.

This place is unreal. The photos you see cannot do the landscape justice. You'll notice Ed driving in his new pride and joy - the red Dodge. Another photo shows Ed in the wheelwell of the world's largest truck (which we almost rented, but were concerned about gas mileage). The SPARWOOD sign reads "Welcome Trans Rockies" riders - this place has rolled out the Welcome mat - this morning evidence of riders is everywhere. We have seen some sweet set-ups. Ed wants to buy a team van in addition to his new truck.

Ed and I rode this morning at the Fernie Mountain Resort. The downhill course and terrain park defy description. I would have taken photos - but my white knuckles would not release from the handle bars.

We register at 11:00 a.m. - then we are off to Panorama resort to get Marty - there the Tuckermen unite.

The race starts at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow -- we will check in after that. Don't worry Chris - I'll get the photo you asked for...