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Looks like still some awesome riding!!

I have passed through a few logging operations, much better on a sxs than a sled. You still need to pay attention and make sure machine operators make eye contact with you. There is a lot more lookouts and scenic areas available to bikes in the summer where you are not dependent on a groomed trail. Also easier to get gas/food since road running isn't as much of a challenge.

I have done the Gaspe on sxs a couple times. I have routed on local roads in a few places to avoid big loops and save some time. Never had any issues, ride along the side of the road at a reasonable rate. Both times I rode through Murdochville down to Perce missing Gaspe town, so can't comment on that. I will say Perce is atv friendly, most towns seem to be if you ride along easy. Sat on the main highway (132) in Carleton at the traffic lights and a QPP pulled up beside us, waved to say hello, then pulled away when the light changed. Great trails throughout the region, mostly different then sled trails, but the do overlap in places.

Doesn't sound like a great day but it will be one that years from now you will say " remember that time....." Tomorrow will be a whole new adventure!

The canyon trail is a nice ride. Wow, wheels are a must now.

I see a lot of trails being turned Red (closed) on iMotoneige. Hopefully this is to keep riders off during soft conditions and not due to loss of snow levels.

Trip 4 I am late again posting. We were up Feb 28-Mar 3. 4 of us planned this trip, however two could not get up till Saturday afternoon. Being the patient person I am, Lawrence and I came up Friday night so we could sled all day Saturday. Day 1. We did the 587 Loop between Pointe a la Croix and Amqui. We had a blue bird day and trails were groomed 10/10. Mac and Ben (Arctic Cat Boys) showed up mid afternoon Saturday, Ben is 19y/o and his first snowmobile trip to Quebec. Day 2. Took off from PALC traveled to Albertville and stopped for breakfast. From there off through St Irene to the Mummy Trees. The sites there of course never disappoint. Then down the 571 to Saybec and through the orange trails to St Adelme for lunch. Eastward on the TQ 5, gassed at Cap Chat and to one of the Canadian cabins at Grande Nature for the night. Met a group from Ontario at supper, awesome food and hospitality. There was a snowmobile tour group there too, something you don't see often in the Gaspesie. 230 miles Day 3. The day before a storm blew through the North Shore closing the trails around Mt Louis and the top of thee 597. We decided to back track and go south on the 595 to La Cache. This put us way ahead of schedule, so we decided to run to Murdochville and back, then down the 595 to New Richmond and the Hotel Francis. This place had more sleds parked outside then I have ever seen. Thy told me at the front desk it has been the best winter they have had in several years, good to hear. 285 miles Day 4. This was the sad day....back to the truck. Only in the Gaspesie can you find train crossing lights on a snowmobile trail. Good going well groomed but there was no extra snow in places. The mild weather we are having now will hurt conditions there. Once back at the truck young Ben said again he had a great time and could not wait to come back, a future QuebecRider. 80 miles

Don, we came down the 595 from the North Monday. The groomer came in while we were at La Cache. We went from there to Murdochville and back, then south on the 595. Even after a pass from the groomer you could tell it had been brutal rough. They really needed to do two passes to fix it.

Very sad to hear when a rider gets hurt. Best wishes. Sounds like the rest of the trip was good.

Sometimes easier to email, Martine is always good to reply.

It should fit on top of the gas can. I saw it on a Sledaddicz video, keeps the weight low.

I have been hearing positive reports on this 40L bag, not as high as the dry bag. Has LINQ mounts and back pack straps. It is in the Can Am accessory list.

Have not stayed there in a few years but was always a great spot.

We are in Pointe a la Croix tonight, very quiet. Last night apparently it was a zoo! On the Gaspe for a 4 day tour.

Sounds like you are having an awesome trip Bob. Keep up the awesome reports!