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This goes over my pay grade but its informative. The 2nd goes into treatments.
- MrsGTRider and PLAYHARD
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When the US President is told that the state of Florida can not get order’s filled by a US company because they are shipping out to the world he is obligated to do something. He cannot let US hospitals go without PPS. That is not anything but prudent. He cannot let doctors and nurses go with nothing. I have 5 in the family two in Florida. It is about greedy us suppliers screwing their obligations to their previous placed orders to highest world bidder. It’s not about trying to hurting anyone. He has an obligation to the people of the US.
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The state of Florida could not buy masks with cash! Their order was sent out of the country. Running out they asked for help and got it.
Trump ordered customs to stop shipments of PPE leaving the country.
https://www.foxnews.com/media/florida-emergency-official-3m-selling-masks-overseas
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34 minutes ago, mcstar said:
Just outside Quebec city on 3...
Haven't been there in years but remember it well.
- PLAYHARD and momojohnny
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I was just thinking about our first trip around the Gaspe 2002.
We went without any reservations ( It was the last time I was permitted to do so).
We started out of the Quality Inn . I had a backpack with a shovel, ropes and flashlight for emergencies. When we stopped for gas at Sainte-Anne-des-Monts the backpack was gone. We went on and as the sun went down we were in Rivière-la-Madeleine. I was informed that I needed to find a place to stay. We went to Pourvoirie Au Paradis de Judes et Diane. The proprietor did not speak English but he showed me to the garage to park my sled. The place was bustling. After dinner on the way to the room I saw two guys that later we would meet on the trail.
The next day we headed to Perce. The weather was warm. We came down from the mountains into a valley (I cannot remember exactly) and it was flooded. I was wishing I had a boat. We drove through a massive puddle. Soon after it started to rain. We managed to make it to Perce. We were happy to get out of the rain. We stayed at Table Roland. I remember having a great meal. The restaurant was setup more like a cafeteria back then.
The next morning getting ready to leave I see 4 sleds at the shell station next door. They were all trying to get their machines going. I seems that with all the rain , the gas station had water in the gas. I did not need to get fuel so we head off. It wasn't long before we hit a giant slush zone. I sank like a rock. I carried Gemma to firm snow. My boots filled with water. Then I could hear a couple of machines coming. I tried to point them around the slush. We were all stuck. It was the two guys from the pourvoirie the night before. The three of us managed to move our machines one at a time to firm snow. I thanked them and said goodbye. They insisted we go first just in case.
We made our way to the clubhouse in Chandler and took a break. The guys came up behind us and we chatted and had a laugh. I told them I caught a few fishes in my boots. Gemma and I left ahead of them. Going near Port Daniel On a down slope I got stuck bad. Water was running down hill and took out the trail. The Guys were coming I ran uphill to warn them. They helped me out. Then Rene' came down on the Yamaha. He nearly made it. We got him out quick. Ghislain Came down on a MachZ and he was determined to make it.
Now I was not going to let them out of my sight. Twice bailed out. I had planed to stay in New Richmond. We got there early and I did not want to lose my new guardians. They wanted to ride on so we followed. Things got very slushy again Near Nouvelle. When we got passed it was getting dark. We made our way to the LArverne Clubhouse. Our guardians were trying to find a hotel. There was a lot of phone calls made by the waitress in the club. It turns out that there's nothing within 100 miles. So the cook calls his father and makes arrangements for us to stay with his dad. We had dinner at the club and followed the cook to his fathers house. I was blown away by the hospitality. I will never forget the kindness. The next morning we had breakfast at the clubhouse. Then we made our way to Groomers TQ5. It was perfect of course. When we got to the north the guys went to RDL and we went to Matane. It was 3 1/2 days Ill not forget. I received a few pics from Rene' via email.
Rene'
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The waitress and cook in the middle
TQ5
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In 1999 a coworker gave me a 1980 Citation 3500 that he wanted out of his yard. I rebuilt the engine and reupholstered the seat. I took it to my wife's sisters house in the Catskills. Gemma and I had a lot of fun with that old beater.
I bought a snowgoer magazine and read about St. Donat. Next thing I am at the Yamaha dealer getting a new 600 triple Venture. We drove to St. Donat not knowing where we would stay. I passed Cuillere a Pot and spotted all the trailers. That is where we started our Quebec trips.
The first ride though the park was awesome. It had rained the day before and all the trees were covered in ice. It was a winter wonderland. I wish I had some pictures.
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Hi Jak,
Here are my gas purchases 2019 (stock) and 2020 (195 Tune).
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Hi Jeff & Sandy,
Wow!! Congratulations on retirement and a fantastic season! That is a lot of ground covered.
It was really nice bumping into you two in Matane.
Have a great off season.
Jim & Gemma
- PLAYHARD and Northbound
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The local orange trail is right off 23. You have to travel across the lake to get to the Manoir.
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Hi Alain,
Just wondering how the GoPro 7 is working.
I had mine plugged into a USB on my sled. It worked great the first 4 days (warm). Then it got a little cooler and I couldn't keep it on. I switched to a GP5 and no problem.
Thanks
- Pipemaster and towing
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11 hours ago, P Hardy said:
Thanks for the reply GT Rider!
There is actually a new trail from Moose Valley to l'Ascension that isn't on the map yet. From my understanding, it joins onto the trail going from St. Irene to Moose Valley. I'm just trying to figure out where it is and what the mileages are. Is this the one you are referring to?
Thanks again!
I was on the trail recently. I guess I did not pay close attention. I missed the trail you are referring to.
Sorry I cant be of more help.
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On 3/7/2020 at 9:33 AM, MrGutz said:
Thanks for sharing!!
GutZ
Thanks MrGutz for your help finding Gemmas Oxygen helmet. She is very happy with it!
22 hours ago, Florida Snowman said:Great reporting & pics Jim & Gemma!
Glad you had a fantastic trip.
Thanks for sharing with QR!
Hi Tom,
Thanks. We love this site. I post to do my part.
19 hours ago, iceman said:Nice Run
Team GT Rider. Well done and thanks as always for the awesome daily reports!
Nice
Hi Don,
We really enjoy your posts. You can paint a picture with words.
Thanks for keeping us informed on conditions.
19 hours ago, Northbound said:Jim and Gemma,
It was really good to finally meet you two. Great reporting as usual. I know it requires alot of effort. We hope your trip home was a good one.
Jeff and Sandy
Hi Jeff and Sandy,
It was nice bumping into you. I'm glad we had some time to chat.
It looks like you two are having a beautiful winter.
Thanks for the NB ideas.
3 hours ago, towing said:Thank you very much JIm and Gemma for having brought us along with you again on your annual trip.👍
Excellent reporting and outstanding pictures as usual. I was myself on a sled trip in the last week and had hard time just at trying to look at your report with my phone so I don't know how you managed to make all this realtime detailed quality reporting during your trip, you are champion! 🏆
Hope you both enjoy every miles of your long awaited vacations!
Hi Alain,
All Your excellent reports get us revved up for our trip. Thanks so much for sharing with us.
We had a great time this year. I did not have to use my shovel or winch!
3 hours ago, quebec bob said:It is never easy to go home, knowing you are done for the season....I was feeling this 2 weeks ago and finally decided if I worked this weekend I could get caught up by Friday....and get ONE MORE WEEK IN ...before the weather turns...so Cote Nord it is....will pass 5000 miles for the season on this ride, great reports GT'S...have a safe drive home, Bob.
Hi Bob,
Go get it!! The trails were in nice shape when we pulled out.
19 hours ago, mikerider said:You two always make my stay even more enjoyable when you are here. Thanks for the good times.
Hi Mike,
Thanks for everything. You helped make our stay enjoyable.
We are looking forward to the next time.
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3 hours ago, P Hardy said:
Hi Jean Guy,
Did you happen to notice the turn off to L'Ascension? Just wondering how far from St. Irene the turn off is. I was in St. Irene yesterday and wanted to try to loop around to L'Ascension but didn't know how long it was.
Thanks!
IF your talking about the lookout it is 74 miles from St. Irene
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We take 563 to 85 and head back. One last pick north of Cabano.
- Northbound, MichiganRev, towing and 2 others
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Last pictures of 550
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Covid 19 Discussion
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All for the best.
At work we are running a skeleton crew.
A person that briefly entered my building tested positive. He is a super nice guy hope he does well. It’s best to keep people apart at this time. Too many can be badly affected.