A cold turn south?

Well, the weather has turned cold and doesnt look like its going to let up much. I have two options now after plan (A) which was to ride the inexpensive KLR650 across canada, now it appears (B) get a bus ticket and head east, or (C) hitchhike east and see where I can get or (D) drive south, and see if I can outrun the snow.

The odds are against me though. It appears that at this point, I am facing having almost 0$ for the trip. I am hoping that my last pay cheque will be able to finance this endeavour. I really do not want to put this off until next year, as I have a number of things to do between now and then, and as we all know 'tomorrow' never seems to come when you negotiate with yourself enough.

Labrador and Edmonton have Snow

Alright.... I admit it. The idea for the cross canada trip is a bit crazy. Edmonton has snow...period...fullstop. Has forcasts for below 0 degrees. I think that the trip might now not go as originally planned. I have a bit of time to do some research and decide what i want to do.

But for some really good news: I found a very cool game I thought I would share with everyone.

KLR650 Upgrades

Well, I have been looking into some parts for the bike, and have ordered them, only to finally have the money today and the guys at leading edge motorsports are installing as we speak. I thought i would share the joy of new gear. I already have the pump guard installed and did that within the first few days of owning the bike. I may need a new back tire within the next few days. Especially if i am to take the bike across canada and into the states. As for that dream, I may have to move to plan B as i have heard that there has been some snow already in labrador. One thing that i really dont want to do is tangle with mother nature. She does not tend to be kind to those who cross her, and I am fully wary of this.

Well, i am off to pick up the bike and check it out.

Seasons Change

The leaves have started falling. I took a walk today down the street and noticed that there were more leaves on the ground than were left on the branches. It has been colder in the mornings, and yesterday i was reminded of how close winter is, with a thick blanket of dew on the motorcycle seat. I wonder if maybe my plans need some revision.

Lately there have been many roadblocks and hurdles to overcome. I wonder if many of them will be show stoppers for this trip.