iceman Posted March 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Dinner in Matane mini mozzarella sticks shepherd pie GT Rider, quebec bob, PLAYHARD and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quebec bob Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 18 minutes ago, zeusand said: Stan, some great memories there, he was a true gentlemen and legendary for being a great guy and a great host, everyone who checked in got to sit down in the lobby and have a free beer and socialize with him and maybe get to hear him play, may he rest in peace forever. Pipeman, MrGutz, jak and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Steve calls back he got us hooked up He gives us Dave’s number to call him direct. He is available. Dave is the man. Class 1 truck driver lots of experience no worries with pickup and trailer. He says no problem, Alain explains where truck is parked and how to get in it. He says it’s under control. He will be on the road to us at 6:15am. Perfect. He arrives at 8:10am in Matane. Load sleds pack gear. We are off like a prom dress for RDL. Awesome nice guy and used to groom for club in RDL. Snowmobiler and I explained Quebecrider to him and he texted me a screen shot of him signing up this afternoon. Great asset found in RDL. Certified rescue driver when needed. Best $200 ever spent. We tipped him too. But hey taxi was $330 from Matane or from RDL same price cause you pay coming and going. His number is saved in my phone and look forward to seeing my new friend anytime I get to RDL. Great conversation about trucking and all kinds of stuff 2 hours passed quickly. Into RDL and it is bare near hotel. Mud.and grass. We say our goodbyes for now. And westbound 20 to Quebec City lunch at St Hubert and back in Trois Riveres at 2:40pm. Certainly not how I hoped my season would end, my rides with the wife this year were the highlight, watching her mature as a rider is awesome. My sled is off to the doctor on Monday just in case things turn around for a last hurrah. This season was a tough one but no need to tell you all who could not even get here. Next year we will make up for it. Big Time. towing, GT Rider, Dave Levesque and 7 others 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Tried out a new helmet shield cord this trip not that I even needed heated shield in the first two days but wanted to try it out. not cheap and made here in Quebec saw these last year but lets say the first models last year were not that good. it has been improved and uses magnets to join helmet cord to cord from sled. Works awesome and has bright blue indicator light showing power is on to shield real nice pricey but built to last MrGutz and PLAYHARD 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyskidooerinnewhampshire Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 (edited) On 3/11/2021 at 10:53 PM, PLAYHARD said: And zero on the fuel pump In due time the sticker will be affixed. : ) Thank you for the play-by-play. I very much enjoyed following along and viewing the relais as they were familiar. Edited March 14, 2021 by nyskidooerinnewhampshire P Hardy, iceman and PLAYHARD 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Head for Cochrane Ontario. From there west to Hornepayne is still mid winter conditions. No need to hang the towel up yet. Blueblood, iceman and PLAYHARD 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 24 minutes ago, Signfan said: Head for Cochrane Ontario. From there west to Hornepayne is still mid winter conditions. No need to hang the towel up yet. The Gaspe is still fine is just getting in and out of town when you come down from the elevation. PLAYHARD 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipeman Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 8 hours ago, iceman said: I will explain it all later, we made a great new friend today. Almost in Qubec City in truck headed to chez Iceman Dang, sorry to hear that! Always an adventure.... PLAYHARD and iceman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLAYHARD Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Dang! Forgot how much I miss Big Red Chicken Head! (St Hubert) MrGutz, dooright, GT Rider and 2 others 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 1 hour ago, iceman said: The Gaspe is still fine is just getting in and out of town when you come down from the elevation. Matane, Sainte Anne des Monts and Cap Chat still accessible? Or do you need to trailer up from them as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLAYHARD Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 1 minute ago, Signfan said: Matane, Sainte Anne des Monts and Cap Chat still accessible? Or do you need to trailer up from them as well? Swing by with a spare sled and grab JG and his chain saw! zeusand 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 5 minutes ago, Signfan said: Matane, Sainte Anne des Monts and Cap Chat still accessible? Or do you need to trailer up from them as well? Still accessible but matane borderline from Quality inn bare in towns all asphalt gas/hotels cap chat better than Matane access wise did not see mont st anne but further out it should be good as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 3 hours ago, iceman said: Tried out a new helmet shield cord this trip not that I even needed heated shield in the first two days but wanted to try it out. not cheap and made here in Quebec saw these last year but lets say the first models last year were not that good. it has been improved and uses magnets to join helmet cord to cord from sled. Works awesome and has bright blue indicator light showing power is on to shield real nice pricey but built to last They do look good. BRP kinda snuck in on them with e-linq. Still should sell well. PLAYHARD 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Seems we are not quite ready to hang it up. If all goes well I will be back in Matane Thursday night. It’s a short ride but better than no ride till next season. zeusand, PLAYHARD, GT Rider and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskoka2 Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 3 hours ago, Signfan said: Head for Cochrane Ontario. From there west to Hornepayne is still mid winter conditions. No need to hang the towel up yet. Over on Ontario Conditions a lot of guys riding Cochrane to Hornpayne on fresh neige! PLAYHARD 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poltodoo Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Great video of Bernard, I never got serenaded by him. He was a HECK of a guy really miss him? Real gentleman who went way out of his way to help with anything you needed PLAYHARD, quebec bob, MrGutz and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Levesque Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 (edited) 12 hours ago, iceman said: Steve calls back he got us hooked up He gives us Dave’s number to call him direct. He is available. Dave is the man. Class 1 truck driver lots of experience no worries with pickup and trailer. He says no problem, Alain explains where truck is parked and how to get in it. He says it’s under control. He will be on the road to us at 6:15am. Perfect. He arrives at 8:10am in Matane. Load sleds pack gear. We are off like a prom dress for RDL. Awesome nice guy and used to groom for club in RDL. Snowmobiler and I explained Quebecrider to him and he texted me a screen shot of him signing up this afternoon. Great asset found in RDL. Certified rescue driver when needed. Best $200 ever spent. We tipped him too. But hey taxi was $330 from Matane or from RDL same price cause you pay coming and going. His number is saved in my phone and look forward to seeing my new friend anytime I get to RDL. Great conversation about trucking and all kinds of stuff 2 hours passed quickly. Into RDL and it is bare near hotel. Mud.and grass. We say our goodbyes for now. And westbound 20 to Quebec City lunch at St Hubert and back in Trois Riveres at 2:40pm. Certainly not how I hoped my season would end, my rides with the wife this year were the highlight, watching her mature as a rider is awesome. My sled is off to the doctor on Monday just in case things turn around for a last hurrah. This season was a tough one but no need to tell you all who could not even get here. Next year we will make up for it. Big Time. it will always be a pleasure :) call me anytime my friend, either for a beer or if you are in trouble :) it was a real pleasure: D i was delighted to have a good time with you and Alain , 2 real good sir, 2 new good friends :) Edited March 14, 2021 by Dave Levesque iceman, Triggerhappy, GT Rider and 8 others 7 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Welcome to QuebecRider Dave. I hope you enjoy our site and visit often. It is always a bonus to know good people like yourself in places along the trais. GT Rider, jak and vt_bluyamaha54 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 I like the way you tell your stories Ice, feels like your there with you both good and bad. Keep it up. Thanks nyskidooerinnewhampshire, iceman, PLAYHARD and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 (edited) Was fun to follow along Ice. Welcome aboard "Super Dave". Do you ever ride sleds? Edited March 14, 2021 by Snobeeler PLAYHARD and iceman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doo4adoo Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 Too bad on the trip. I think last year or the other it got cut short as well. Hoping to be down there this weekend and based on your intel i think we will drive through to Rimouski. Which place in Rimouski would you suggest that's closest to the trails and likely less road running? I knew Alain had a Ford before i saw the pictures. I own one for that reason alone. The door keypad. Leave the key in the console and if stranded anyone can get in and come to our rescue. In the summer go to the beach or whatever and leave the key. I wish the others would have this feature not that Ford is terrible, GM rides nicer though. Glad to hear you're giving it another go later this week. We all look forward to your stories. PLAYHARD, TTA89 and iceman 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, doo4adoo said: I knew Alain had a Ford before i saw the pictures. I own one for that reason alone. The door keypad. Leave the key in the console and if stranded anyone can get in and come to our rescue. I own a Ram, I can unlock doors from my phone anywhere I have internet. It is a nice feature ehh. Edited March 14, 2021 by Snobeeler iceman and PLAYHARD 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLAYHARD Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 2 hours ago, Dave Levesque said: always be a pleasure :) call me anytime my friend, either for a beer or if you are in trouble :) it was a real pleasure: D i was delighted to have a good time with you and Alain , 2 real good sir, 2 new good friends :) Bienvenue Dave! Likewise! Make some noise here if & when you ever need a beer (or Jack Daniels) or rescue! Happy trails, Dave Levesque and iceman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 51 minutes ago, Snobeeler said: Was fun to follow along Ice. Welcome aboard "Super Dave". Do you ever ride sleds? Yes he does ride. Snobeeler and PLAYHARD 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 52 minutes ago, doo4adoo said: Too bad on the trip. I think last year or the other it got cut short as well. All part of the fun any trip is better than being in my office PLAYHARD and dooright 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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