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Monday, June 29, 2009

Trois Rivieres to Quebec City



We have now had 8 flat tires since May 15, 7 on the bike, 1 on the RV!



A steel wet bridge, with high winds is not a place for cyclists.

I can't even begin to tell you just how bad the winds were today...but this picture comes close.

The keys have now been passed to Normand Haas, Thanks Carrol, for keeping me safe these past few days. Normand will be joined by his son Lukas, welcome aboard.

A day of rest tomorrow, and it will be well spent relaxing.

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Repentigny to Trois Rivieres


Leaving Repentigny this morning I was missing my new friends from yesterday.


As the moring turned to afternoon the sun came out, and the jacket was taken off.

With 25 K left into Trois Rivieres, I was happy to see others out battling the headwinds.

This was not the riding order I had in mind, but I was thankful for the company.

My road companions were kind enough to let me draft them into Trois Rivieres.


5387/7014

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Quebec/Ont. boarder to Repentigny


It was a rainy day in Montreal but it didn't dampen our spirits! From left to right:
Louis Menard, Glen Baxby, Yvan Robichaud (Air Canada Pilot), Serge Trembly (Air Canada Pilot),
Marc-Andre Francoeur, and Paul Francoeur (Air Canada Pilot), joined me on the 110 kilometer ride through the city of Montreal.

Yvan guided us through the maze of bike paths and back roads, taking us through one of the most scenic rides so far. What a beautiful city!

Today's ride was dedicated to Carole Miron, Paul's wife and Marc-Andre's mother. Carole is fighting the good fight against cancer. Today was for you Carole!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Carole Miron, god bless you.

This is just one of the scenic roads we traveled today.


We were hosted by the Talbot family for lunch, joining us in the photo is Francis Talbot.

It could have been my imagination but the rain drops seemed to be getting bigger in the afternoon.

A soggy bunch of riders were met in Repentigny by Serge and Chris Trembly.

Thanks again Serge and Nancy for your unbelievable hospitality.

Til tomorrow,

Glen
5279/7014 (kms completed/total kms)

Friday, June 26, 2009

Brockville to the Quebec border


I was interviewed by Micheal of the Brockville Recorder and Times, prior to my ride this morning.

Passing through Cornwall on the way to the Quebec boarder.

20 days of cycling through Ontario is now in the books, au revoir Ontario, Salut Quebec!!

I would like to Thank Serge & Nancy Trembly for hosting the C2C2C crew.

Thank you to Velocity Bike and MultiSport

I would like to thank Ron Spence at the Velocity Bike and Multisport store in Orillia for servicing my bike for me on June 22nd. It was very much appreciated.
Thank you Joseph for organizing this for me and for taking the time to take the bike in for me.

Glen Baxby

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Napanee to just past Gananoque


I was welcomed into Kingston by a lady named Kim who was greatful for our efforts.
Thanks for the great welcome Kim!!!

Kingston's town crier welcomed us into the city.

My father, Tony Baxby could not have been prouder today. Thanks for coming out Dad!!

I was joined on the Kingston to Gananque leg by Scott MacInnes (Hotel Dieu Hospital), Paul Lovisa (Air Canada Pilot), and Paul O'Brien (Air Canada Pilot). Thanks for riding with me today.

Paul Lovisa, presents C2C2C with a cheque on behalf of the Ottawa Air Canada Pilots. Thanks to all who donated.

Thanks to Max at CKWS TV for helping us get our story out!!!


Paul Lovisa and Paul O'Brien complete the leg to Gananoque. Nice work guys!!

Connie Ray an old friend from high school and big supporter of C2C2C was on hand to welcome me back to Gananoque. Thanks for all your help Connie!!!

Paul O'Brien and I head out of town, just a few more kms!!

I was met by Barry and Jean Miller the parents of my 2nd driver Craig Miller they drove all the way from Brockville to meet with us. Thanks Barry and Jean!!

I would like to Thank Dr. John Lyon (Scott's Uncle) and Don Sheperdson (AC Pilot retired) for taking the C2C2C crew out for a lovely dinner at the Glen House resort during our stay in the 1000 islands. Thanks guys it was much appreciated.

Glen

A day dedicated...........


Merrill is in the green hat.

I would like to dedicate today's ride to a young lady from Atlanta (Merrill King) who is in her own battle with cancer. My thoughts and prays are with you today and every day. I'll be riding for you today
Merrill, today is dedicated to you, and to hope, may you find the strength it takes to face your battle. We are with you in spirit, if not in person.

Here is Merrill's story: In April of 2004, Merrill King was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. She underwent chemotherapy and received a Bone Marrow Transplant at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta with her Dad serving as donor. For the next four years she remained active in athletics, school activities and living a typical teenage life. She suffered a relapse in June, 2008 with tumors in her chest. Radiation was the course of treatment. Again, life returned to a normal pace. She relapsed again this summer with more tumors and is scheduled for another transplant mid-summer. Throughout it all, Merrill has maintained her zest for life and sense of humor. She has inspired her friends, family and community with her bright spirit. Now she has a new friend in coast2coast2cure as they promote awareness for the cause of so many.

God bless you Merrill!!!

Glen

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Peterborough to Napanee


Once in a while you come across people that change your life, people who are truly good. Yesterday I met such a couple, Dan and Jane Davies, you opened up your house and home to us and made us feel more than welcome, you made us feel like family. Thank you once again for the countless thoughtful considerations, like arranging the interview with Cathy Bond of The Millbrook Times and the arranging to meet with both the MP and the MPP.

Dan and Jane you are the best, we'll be back for a round of golf in the fall.

Glen

I had the opportunity to meet Barry Devolin MP and Rick Johnson MPP this morning prior to our ride. Thank you so much for your support.

Joining me on a hot day through the hills of Peterborough, was Mark Arbogast and Dan Davies and driving the the boys around was Lyell Sheilds, thanks guys!!! Mark you are an amazing cyclist.....watch this guy on the climbs...I did from behind.

I was met at the outskirts of Napanee by:Dianne, Mackenzie, Rob and Tyler Baxby. Thanks guys it's always nice to family!!!

I was welcomed into Napanee by Mayor Gordon Schermerhorn.

I was interviewed at MyFm 88.7 Napanee just after our arrival.

Thank you Sara Johnston, from MyFM 88.7 in Napanee for giving us the opportunity to tell our story.

Thank you

I would like to thank all the wonderful people of Horseshoe Valley that made me and my Family feel so welcomed.
I would like to thank Mike Landry and Bruce Williams for their hard work in organizing the Golf tournament, it was simply outstanding and the event raised $10,000.00. I would like to thank Bob and Joan Shatilla for your opening up your home to us, it was very comfortable and we felt very welcomed.
Thank you to Scott, Sarah, Morgan and Brooklyn and to Scott's family for supporting us and for having the wonderful breakfast for us before my ride yesterday.
It's wonderful people like you all that I have met along the way, that have kept me going one more leg of this journey.
Thank you to you all
Glen,Joanne, Zara and Sonia, Trevor and Tess King.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Horseshoe Valley to Peterborough


The big ride departs Horseshoe Valley. From left to right: Mark Tobin, Sarah Lyon, Scott Lyon, Trevor King, Dave MacLeod, Eric Prieditis, Joseph Keisinger, Rob Lauer,
Brooklyn Lyon, Glen Baxby.

Cue the circus music!!

Mark Tobin and Dave MacLeod rode with us to Orillia, Thanks guy!!!

We were joined south of Orillia by Dan Davies, Marian Ollila, and Stephen Turner. Marian a 4 time Ironman helped me through every Kilometer. Tx, Marian!!!


Peterborough, 145 kms at 30 degrees, made for a long day, but with frequent breaks we arrived just after 5 pm. Thanks to Marian and Dan who helped me along every Km!!!

Monday, June 22, 2009

Tee of time


Glen and Joe Gallagher get ready for some fun times

Mike and Rachel Landry, Thank you both for your hard work in organizing this fabulous event.

Craig Miller C2C2C driver number 2 and Paul O'brien

Commander Cox came down from Halifax

Trevor King the next C2C2C driver all the way from Atlanta and Glen