Topic: Nova Scotia trip help! (Read 12410 times)

hogasm · « **on:** February 10, 2009, 09:46:54 PM »

Been looking into a summer trip to Nova Scotia.

Is the best way into NS by way of Yarmouth with the www.catferry.com, or are there any other ways in?

The other ferry would be into Digby, or by land through Amherst.

What are the fees to enter into NS and are there any other taxes I would need to know before going.

thanks

this has been helpful http://www.motorcycletourguidens.com/

Jock · « **Reply #1 on:** February 10, 2009, 10:44:50 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on February 10, 2009, 09:46:54 PM

Been looking into a summer trip to Nova Scotia.

Is the best way into NS by way of Yarmouth with the www.catferry.com, or are there any other ways in?

The other ferry would be into Digby, or by land through Amherst.

What are the fees to enter into NS and are there any other taxes I would need to know before going.

thanks

this has been helpful http://www.motorcycletourguidens.com/

Are you reading my mind AGAIN! I was thinking of going after my convention in DC in July...What are your dates?

murphy · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2009, 02:04:23 AM »

The sales tax system in Canada is a little confusing, there is a standard Federal tax rate, and then a Provincial one as well.

The confusion is in what they are titled. Basically anything you buy will have an additional 5 -15% tacked on depending on where you are.

This looks pretty accurate to me:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Canada

Don't get too concerned though, as a vistor there is a rebate program in effect where you can get a big chunk of what you paid back on your return to the States.

There will be documents advising how this works at your port of entry/departure:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/gst-tps/rbts/menu-eng.html

Nova Scotia is beautiful, the people are awesome!

hogasm · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2009, 06:38:54 AM »

Quote from: Jock on February 10, 2009, 10:44:50 PM

Are you reading my mind AGAIN! I was thinking of going after my convention in DC in July...What are your dates?

July

naitram · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2009, 10:59:06 AM »

depending where you are going in NS i dont see the ferry as much of a time saver. marlborough to halifax is about 700 miles on road and could be done in 1 day without the hassle of dealing with the ferry. and only a couple of tolls on the way up. if you wanted to be on the southern edge on NS then i'd consider some of the ferry options

hogasm · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2009, 12:23:00 PM »

Quote from: naitram on February 11, 2009, 10:59:06 AM

depending where you are going in NS i dont see the ferry as much of a time saver. marlborough to halifax is about 700 miles on road and could be done in 1 day without the hassle of dealing with the ferry. and only a couple of tolls on the way up. if you wanted to be on the southern edge on NS then i'd consider some of the ferry options

Looking at the Lighthouse Route. Starts in Yarmouth and ends in Halifax or vice-versa.

Trying to figure out the tolls and tariffs to enter NS. The ones in the US are bad enough, and don't think of towing a trailer. You might as well ship the bike there, it would be cheaper.

naitram · « **Reply #6 on:** February 11, 2009, 01:43:27 PM »

been a few years since ive been to NS, but its was one small toll in NB and on part way into NS

TN · « **Reply #7 on:** February 11, 2009, 02:35:55 PM »

been planning this very ride myself for this summer.

lets ride

TN

ultrafxr · « **Reply #8 on:** February 11, 2009, 02:51:28 PM »

Must be the year for NS. I've been wanting to go and do the Cabot Trial for several years and we are working on a plan with two other couples now. Been looking at the ferries also but wonder if anyone has info on them. Are the bikes below deck and is there limited space? Assume these ferries can be subject to rough seas so how are bikes secured? I'm kinda like Neal and thinking of going by land.

And I do plan to tow my Bushtec. But man the tolls on a bike and trailer are as much as for a large motor home. But owning a Harley I'm used to overpaying, lol.

16HD117 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 11, 2009, 04:57:20 PM »

Wow! Judy and I are working on a similar trip! Home - Maine - Canada - Niagara Falls - Home, but, we are flexible!

bunt · « **Reply #10 on:** February 11, 2009, 06:32:19 PM »

I did Nova Scotia two years ago and am heading back August 1 this summer. Cabot Trail is a must do, Cape Breton Island is definitely the most scenic riding on Nova Scotia
I took the ferry over and rode back through New Brunswick and ME last time but am planning on ferry round trip this year, the hold is huge they give you a tie-down that goes over your seat, probably is adequate (I brought ratchet ties of my own to secure)
A lot of good information from http://www.novascotia.com/ride/
IMO if you ride up as far as St. John’s for the ferry to Digby, you might as well ride all the way into NS.
Let me know if anyone is planning on being up there first week of August maybe we could get together for lobster and a beer.

TN · « **Reply #11 on:** February 11, 2009, 08:22:27 PM »

thanks for the info.

TN

JCZ · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2009, 08:47:57 PM »

Sounds like you guys got a pack goin up.

Just remember........

bribe36 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 12, 2009, 09:08:07 PM »

Quote from: murphy on February 11, 2009, 02:04:23 AM

The sales tax system in Canada is a little confusing, there is a standard Federal tax rate, and then a Provincial one as well.

The confusion is in what they are titled. Basically anything you buy will have an additional 5 -15% tacked on depending on where you are.

This looks pretty accurate to me:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Canada

Don't get too concerned though, as a vistor there is a rebate program in effect where you can get a big chunk of what you paid back on your return to the States.

There will be documents advising how this works at your port of entry/departure:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/gst-tps/rbts/menu-eng.html

Nova Scotia is beautiful, the people are awesome!

What Tax? With the Canadian dollar in the toilet compared, to the US dollar, you'll still be getting plenty of change back. Enjoy the ride and spend lots.

Jock · « **Reply #14 on:** March 30, 2009, 09:40:57 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on February 11, 2009, 06:38:54 AM

July

So where do you stand on this one...It may work for me...I will be in DC until August 2nd and could leave after that date!

bunt · « **Reply #15 on:** March 31, 2009, 12:09:14 PM »

I'm planning on staying in Portland 7/31 and catching ferry to Yarmouth 8/1 and riding to Halifax or as far along the Lighthouse we get on Sat. afternoon.
Once you're set on the whens and wheres let me know. I'd like to spend couple nights on Cape Breton and a night on PEI also probably Wed. or Thursday.
Sounds like it could be a Maritime CVO Rally.

Talon · « **Reply #16 on:** March 31, 2009, 12:30:20 PM »

As A kid we took the ferry from Bar Harbor, ME to Nova Scotia, had lobsta in a restaurant in Bar Harbor that was just off the docks. Been a long time, but it was great. Camped on the Bay of Fundy, and when then tide goes out it goes almost a mile out. You can walk to a small island at low tide, but need to keep track of the tide. You can see it coming in. Did come claming, for little neck clams to have with our dinner, also looking for amethysts.

http://www.bayoffundytourism.com/

hogasm · « **Reply #17 on:** April 01, 2009, 08:30:37 PM »

Quote from: Jock on March 30, 2009, 09:40:57 PM

So where do you stand on this one...It may work for me...I will be in DC until August 2nd and could leave after that date!

I am open most any time

Give me a call

Just thought about July 23. It is when they are having their bike rally. Might not be a good time, so anytime in August is good

hogasm · « **Reply #18 on:** April 01, 2009, 08:31:29 PM »

Quote from: bunt on March 31, 2009, 12:09:14 PM

I'm planning on staying in Portland 7/31 and catching ferry to Yarmouth 8/1 and riding to Halifax or as far along the Lighthouse we get on Sat. afternoon.
Once you're set on the whens and wheres let me know. I'd like to spend couple nights on Cape Breton and a night on PEI also probably Wed. or Thursday.
Sounds like it could be a Maritime CVO Rally.

Will do...just need to see when Jock is available

flyingwillie · « **Reply #19 on:** April 01, 2009, 08:43:25 PM »

We did the same trip as Bunt did......the hi speed cat ferry from Bar Harbor to Yarmouth. Do not miss the Cabot trail and Cape Breton. We then ferried to PEI and rode back via New Brunswick. IN total a week in Nova Scotia.
Warning: there are two seasons up there......winter and road construction. We probably had to stop for extended periods two dozen times during the week. Moreover the pot holes are tough. The bolts on the header pipes of two of our bikes came off and we had down time in PEI to get them fixed. Rough rough roads but the scenery is well worth it. Have fun.

flyingwillie · « **Reply #20 on:** April 01, 2009, 08:55:53 PM »

Quote from: flyingwillie on April 01, 2009, 08:43:25 PM

We did the same trip as Bunt did......the hi speed cat ferry from Bar Harbor to Yarmouth. Do not miss the Cabot trail and Cape Breton. We then ferried to PEI and rode back via New Brunswick. IN total a week in Nova Scotia.
Warning: there are two seasons up there......winter and road construction. We probably had to stop for extended periods two dozen times during the week. Moreover the pot holes are tough. The bolts on the header pipes of two of our bikes came off and we had down time in PEI to get them fixed. Rough rough roads but the scenery is well worth it. Have fun.

PS: you need to make advance reservations for the Ferry. They have special tie downs for the bikes....no worries.

Jock · « **Reply #21 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:45:33 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on April 01, 2009, 08:30:37 PM

I am open most any time

Give me a call

Just thought about July 23. It is when they are having their bike rally. Might not be a good time, so anytime in August is good

Just got a call from my riding partner to Alaska and she is seeking to plan a trip to NE in Sept. Depending upon how many days we need I think we can still make the other trip work.

Bungy · « **Reply #22 on:** April 01, 2009, 10:58:28 PM »

Quote from: murphy on February 11, 2009, 02:04:23 AM

Don't get too concerned though, as a vistor there is a rebate program in effect where you can get a big chunk of what you paid back on your return to the States.

There will be documents advising how this works at your port of entry/departure:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/gst-tps/rbts/menu-eng.html

Nova Scotia is beautiful, the people are awesome!

FYI - The visitor rebate program was cancelled some years ago. Just think of it as helping out you poorer northern cousins!

naitram · « **Reply #23 on:** April 02, 2009, 09:33:42 AM »

no more rebates, but still worth the trip

Jock · « **Reply #24 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:05:19 PM »

Quote from: naitram on April 02, 2009, 09:33:42 AM

no more rebates, but still worth the trip

Rebates or not I want to go...life is getting shorter and there is so much to accomplish!

charger · « **Reply #25 on:** April 03, 2009, 01:40:04 PM »

Nova Scotia and Cape Breton are awesome, the Cabot Trail is a must see. Catch the Hog Rally if you can. I was in Cape Breton for the 06 Canadian National and those guys can party! !. Was there again last year without the bike. May do the trip again this year in July (not firm yet) Just a couple of heads up's, keep the rain gear handy and keep yours eyes open for pot holes (you can lose a bike in some of them) While your there be sure to check out PEI also.

Boatman · « **Reply #26 on:** April 05, 2009, 08:42:42 PM »

Are there any other ferry's that travel between Bar Harbor and Yarmouth other than "the Cat"?? One way for a bike w/trailer and 2 passengers is pretty expensive. Couldn't find any other ferry's between these two locations?
From Nova Scotia to PEI, it is not that expensive (is a regular ferry). Thanks in advance.

bunt · « **Reply #27 on:** April 05, 2009, 10:04:59 PM »

That's the only one I know of there was an older one but they shut it down (I think because of mold infestation) a few years back.
You can drive from NS to PEI the ferry and bridge aren't that far apart.

Bungy · « **Reply #28 on:** April 05, 2009, 11:42:56 PM »

Quote from: Boatman on April 05, 2009, 08:42:42 PM

From Nova Scotia to PEI, it is not that expensive (is a regular ferry). Thanks in advance.

Those PEI'ers have it figured out - they don't charge for the ferry to the island, they charge to get off!

Itsadrag · « **Reply #29 on:** April 24, 2009, 11:08:05 PM »

Not sure about what the best way in from the U.S into Nova Scotia is, but I can tell you this the CAT Ferry is crazy expensive, and you would be missing a nice ride across the lower main land and St. Lawrence River by taking the ferry. In Canada we have provincial and federal taxes, and as stated above you would be able to reclaim a big chunk of the taxes you paid. The federal tax is constant regardless of the province or territory, while provincial taxes do vary, in Ontario we pay a 5% tax on goods and services, and 8% federal tax. Anyway, I did the trip last year and loved the area and atmosphere so much I extended my trip into P.E.I, New Brunswick, and Cape Breton. This is a trip that is well worth a lot of planning before you depart because you want to enjoy it, see everything and the people are so friendly and inviting. I am planning on going back next year, and now that I know how much they have to see and do, I will be a little more prepared and hopefully without losing my job this time around, last boss didn't like my 3 week holiday turning into 7 weeks, lol. Have a great one and a safe one.

hogasm · « **Reply #30 on:** May 02, 2009, 08:57:00 PM »

Wanted to bring this back up to the top.

Seems like there are a few people interested in making a little get together in Nova Scotia

FNGw/08SERK · « **Reply #31 on:** May 02, 2009, 09:24:53 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 02, 2009, 08:57:00 PM

Wanted to bring this back up to the top.

Seems like there are a few people interested in making a little get together in Nova Scotia

When are you thinkin Brian?

SBB · « **Reply #32 on:** May 20, 2009, 10:49:00 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 02, 2009, 08:57:00 PM

Wanted to bring this back up to the top.

Seems like there are a few people interested in making a little get together in Nova Scotia

Sounds like something I should do!

SBB · « **Reply #33 on:** May 25, 2009, 06:06:46 PM »

Thanks for the PM, anytime works for us.
Should be 4 bikes total in our little happy group!

SBB

SneakyPete · « **Reply #34 on:** May 25, 2009, 06:17:40 PM »

What timeframe are we talking now? Still August and for how long?

hogasm · « **Reply #35 on:** May 27, 2009, 07:47:57 AM »

Anyone interested in CAMPING

make it a real bike trip

porthole · « **Reply #36 on:** May 27, 2009, 09:21:27 AM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 27, 2009, 07:47:57 AM

Anyone interested in CAMPING

make it a real bike trip

I thought about that for my Great lakes circumnavigation trip (about 28 days - 7500 miles).

I thought maybe every other day then I thought maybe every 4-5 days then I thought - I'm not 20 anymore.

Who else here would be pulling a camper?
If I had one it would be a consideration, I'm just not into sleeping on the ground anymore. Now if I had a Bushtec to load up???

SBB · « **Reply #37 on:** May 27, 2009, 09:24:57 AM »

Roughing it for me is when the Holiday Inn Express doesn't have internet connection.

hogasm · « **Reply #38 on:** May 27, 2009, 09:53:42 AM »

Quote from: porthole on May 27, 2009, 09:21:27 AM

I thought about that for my Great lakes circumnavigation trip (about 28 days - 7500 miles).

I thought maybe every other day then I thought maybe every 4-5 days then I thought - I'm not 20 anymore.

Who else here would be pulling a camper?
If I had one it would be a consideration, I'm just not into sleeping on the ground anymore. Now if I had a Bushtec to load up???

Your only 2 years older than me

Thinking of not puling the Pop up....TENT

....like real bikers

porthole · « **Reply #39 on:** May 27, 2009, 09:58:58 AM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 27, 2009, 09:53:42 AM

Your only 2 years older than me

check the profiles brother

Quote from: hogasm on May 27, 2009, 09:53:42 AM

Thinking of ...TENT ....like real bikers

been there - done that and the T-shirt don't fit no more

but if I had a nice tag-along I could load it up with all the creature comforts and just maybe - nah

hogasm · « **Reply #40 on:** May 27, 2009, 10:10:18 AM »

Quote from: porthole on May 27, 2009, 09:58:58 AM

check the profiles brother

2 a few...not much difference

it is all in how you feel ......I feel 50...a young 50

porthole · « **Reply #41 on:** May 27, 2009, 10:19:59 AM »

Well I don't feel 45 anymore.

it was shortly after the milestone that I realized "hey I'm not 20 anymore"

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #42 on:** May 27, 2009, 01:26:36 PM »

Trying to work it out. If I'm not working I'll be going and planing to camp. Just need to know which tent to bring ( 3 man or 6 man ). Will have plenty of room. I use a cot, not bad at all. Will pull the trailer with the camping gear.
I should get a job, but this trip sounds too good to miss.

Hope it works out.

Mike

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #43 on:** May 27, 2009, 04:23:56 PM »

Quote from: porthole on May 27, 2009, 10:19:59 AM

Well I don't feel 45 anymore.

it was shortly after the milestone that I realized "hey I'm not 20 anymore"

Duane,
I've got you by 9 years and I still camp. I use a cot and it makes all the difference in the world.

Mike

Jock · « **Reply #44 on:** May 27, 2009, 06:52:08 PM »

Well I gotta tap out on this one...got some news from the work space that is not going to allow me to participate in this event. To those of you that can make this trip...ENJOY and I will be forced to live through your adventures!

hogasm · « **Reply #45 on:** May 28, 2009, 07:46:40 AM »

Damn Jock, we have talked about this trip for 2 years now.........

Won't be the same without you...........but it will be without you

Now I have to get off my ass and start planning for good

SneakyPete · « **Reply #46 on:** May 28, 2009, 08:38:01 AM »

Quote from: SBB on May 27, 2009, 09:24:57 AM

Roughing it for me is when the Holiday Inn Express doesn't have internet connection.

I'm with Chip on this one. I'll ride with anyone, but at the end of the day, I want to check in, take a shower, get on some clean clothes, get a nice meal,

then laydown in a comfortable bed and do it all again the next day!

FNGw/08SERK · « **Reply #47 on:** May 28, 2009, 08:43:19 AM »

I'm with Pete and Chip .. too many broken parts to camp unless there are no other options ..... now get planin will ya Brian

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #48 on:** May 28, 2009, 12:20:43 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 28, 2009, 07:46:40 AM

Damn Jock, we have talked about this trip for 2 years now.........

Won't be the same without you...........but it will be without you

Now I have to get off my ass and start planning for good

Brian,
Soooo! When you going to start?
Have you picked a definite date?
Mike

porthole · « **Reply #49 on:** May 28, 2009, 11:13:16 PM »

Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 27, 2009, 04:23:56 PM

Duane,
I've got you by 9 years and I still camp. I use a cot and it makes all the difference in the world.
Mike

how do you carry all the gear?

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #50 on:** May 29, 2009, 08:57:59 AM »

Quote from: porthole on May 28, 2009, 11:13:16 PM

how do you carry all the gear?

Quote from: porthole on May 28, 2009, 11:13:16 PM

how do you carry all the gear?

I pull a trailer behind the bike.

Mike

bunt · « **Reply #51 on:** May 29, 2009, 01:54:35 PM »

I may have to bag this trip, got laid off yesterday.
Going to see how things look over the next few weeks and make a gametime decision.

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #52 on:** May 29, 2009, 04:19:39 PM »

bunt,
I know how you feel, I got the boot on the 15th of May. I'm trying to make it work so I won't have to get another regular job.
I think I can hustle enough to on my own to make it, as I can get social security in January! Had the market not gone to the dump
I could do it with no problem.

I'm still planing to make the trip. Who knows may get run over by a runaway tank before January!

Mike

XCESS · « **Reply #53 on:** May 29, 2009, 09:19:42 PM »

Hey all I hear is about crossing at Barharbor to Yarmouth NS by ferry. Lots of folks cross at either Houlton maine by comming up the I95 over into New brunswick or take the crossing at Calais maine(much more scenic)US #1 then thru NB down to NS and around the cabot trail. Then back to PEI. roads aren't that bad besides pothole season will be over by then lol !Total taxes will run you 13% most everywhere. Your dollar is taking quite a beating recently today was only a 10% premium. Paid for my 2006 CVO fatBoy 2 weeks ago and paid $1100 more in exchange then than I would today. I live in Shediac New Brunswick. You would be about 10 miles from me if you were passing by to NS. If you decide to take this route let me know. perhaps we could ride into NS together. I am heading down as far as deals gap first 2 weeks of July. looking forward to the trip. take care and enjoy regardless of the route you take.

Jock · « **Reply #54 on:** May 31, 2009, 10:46:02 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on May 28, 2009, 07:46:40 AM

Damn Jock, we have talked about this trip for 2 years now.........

Won't be the same without you...........but it will be without you

Now I have to get off my ass and start planning for good

Sorry about that...between the matters we discussed on the telephone and more difficult news it is just not in the cards for me this year.

Enjoy!

WFP · « **Reply #55 on:** June 01, 2009, 06:16:50 AM »

Hey Jock & Brian,

How about a two week trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland in summer of 2010

? I need a new province!

/Bill

Jock · « **Reply #56 on:** June 01, 2009, 10:18:23 PM »

Quote from: WFP on June 01, 2009, 06:16:50 AM

Hey Jock & Brian,

How about a two week trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland in summer of 2010 ? I need a new province!

/Bill

That looks sweet...For me it all comes down to time and money...recently lost some money at work and now time...but with a little future planning...2010...that may work!

WFP · « **Reply #57 on:** June 02, 2009, 06:20:35 AM »

Quote from: Jock on June 01, 2009, 10:18:23 PM

That looks sweet...For me it all comes down to time and money...recently lost some money at work and now time...but with a little future planning...2010...that may work!

I'm doin' my part to help with the financial side...finally visited the Doc, now on three meds, said to the doc, yeah it has been a couple of years since I was last in, she responded, 1999 ! Ooooops.

/Bill

naitram · « **Reply #58 on:** June 02, 2009, 08:30:14 AM »

Quote from: WFP on June 01, 2009, 06:16:50 AM

Hey Jock & Brian,

How about a two week trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland in summer of 2010 ? I need a new province!

/Bill

what about the rest of us

WFP · « **Reply #59 on:** June 02, 2009, 02:16:23 PM »

Quote from: naitram on June 02, 2009, 08:30:14 AM

what about the rest of us

Been waiting for you to pipe in since the last one was cancelled!

/Bill

hdbrad03 · « **Reply #60 on:** June 04, 2009, 11:58:10 AM »

Sound great! We could handle 2 week trip next year.

Brad

SBB · « **Reply #61 on:** June 28, 2009, 10:29:57 PM »

Quote from: WFP on June 01, 2009, 06:16:50 AM

Hey Jock & Brian,

How about a two week trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland in summer of 2010 ? I need a new province!

/Bill

So what's the status of this trip?

Is it still on?

SBB

WFP · « **Reply #62 on:** June 29, 2009, 06:37:33 AM »

It can be but I first have to get thru oregon and MV THIS year!

/Bill

Quote from: SBB on June 28, 2009, 10:29:57 PM

So what's the status of this trip?

Is it still on?

SBB

ygeorgey · « **Reply #63 on:** July 02, 2009, 02:30:00 PM »

If you read the link on the Canadian tax, the do not offer a rebate unless you are booked on a tour or for a convention. I plane on riding from Florida to Maine with a ferry crossing from Bar Harbor to Nova Scotia. I will hit some of the spots that you as a group have mentioned and should arrive in Nova Scotia around July 28th. If you see an 08 on the road, flash your lights!

Jock · « **Reply #64 on:** April 20, 2010, 10:00:41 PM »

Quote from: WFP on June 01, 2009, 06:16:50 AM

Hey Jock & Brian,

How about a two week trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland in summer of 2010 ? I need a new province!

/Bill

Well Summer 2010 is approaching...Can this happen? What about in the month of August? Any takers?

WFP · « **Reply #65 on:** April 21, 2010, 06:44:42 AM »

Quote from: Jock on April 20, 2010, 10:00:41 PM

Well Summer 2010 is approaching...Can this happen? What about in the month of August? Any takers?

Late July? Since we are not going west we are now thinking Newfieland

Graybeard · « **Reply #66 on:** April 21, 2010, 09:46:14 AM »

I just stumbled on this link.....what a great idea for this summer. I'm looking for a two week solo trip and all I've heard about Nova Scotia sound fantastic. I plan to do some research into this and will update the thread in the next few days. Be great linking up with some other members of this forum.

Ride Safe

Mickey

FNGw/08SERK · « **Reply #67 on:** April 21, 2010, 08:02:03 PM »

Quote from: Jock on April 20, 2010, 10:00:41 PM

Well Summer 2010 is approaching...Can this happen? What about in the month of August? Any takers?

Things that make ya go hmmmmmm!!!!

Jock · « **Reply #68 on:** April 23, 2010, 09:52:53 PM »

I'm feeling good about this one this year...

Jock · « **Reply #69 on:** April 24, 2010, 10:44:16 PM »

Quote from: egultrac on April 24, 2010, 09:41:49 AM

Trivia fact for our American friends. Alberta (Canada) is America's largest supplier of oil.

Thanks for the resource...can you do anything regarding lowering the price!

ultrafxr · « **Reply #70 on:** April 26, 2010, 11:06:06 AM »

Quote from: egultrac on April 25, 2010, 10:27:20 AM

Isn't your President going to force all Americans to drive electric cars and electric motorcycles? Maybe he can bring down the price of gas & oil.

Seriously, with your President's new health care reforms, Americans should get ready to start paying huge taxes on gasoline, oil, booze, and tobacco in order to pay for ever increasing health care costs. Canadians know that your President will not be able to bring down the cost of health care because we heard that same rhetoric back in the 1960s and 1970s. Our politicians told us that health care costs would come down once everyone had "free" health care in Canada. Guess what happened? Today, more than 50 cents out of every tax dollar collected in Canada goes to pay for health care costs. So get ready for higher taxes on everything including fuel, and get ready for even more wasteful government bureaucracies.

Sorry............

Exactly. If you think something is expensive now just wait until it is 'free.'

Boatman · « **Reply #71 on:** April 26, 2010, 11:42:26 AM »

We had a great time August 2009. Do it if you can!

Opossum · « **Reply #72 on:** April 26, 2010, 01:13:49 PM »

I've got a Garmin (mapsource) file with the trip we took last summer from Boston to PEI, to Cape Bretton, to Nova Scotia full of waypoints and motels etc. I think the trip was around 2500 miles. PM if your interested and I'll send ya the file. It's definitely one of THOSE trips.

Fired00d · « **Reply #73 on:** April 26, 2010, 01:52:04 PM »

Quote from: Opossum on April 26, 2010, 01:13:49 PM

I've got a Garmin (mapsource) file with the trip we took last summer from Boston to PEI, to Cape Bretton, to Nova Scotia full of waypoints and motels etc. I think the trip was around 2500 miles. PM if your interested and I'll send ya the file. It's definitely one of THOSE trips.

If you would like to share that file why not post it in this board - GPS Routes !!Maps Only!!. Then all would would be able to download it when wanted/needed.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Opossum · « **Reply #74 on:** April 26, 2010, 01:54:38 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on April 26, 2010, 01:52:04 PM

If you would like to share that file why not post it in this board - GPS Routes !!Maps Only!!. Then all would would be able to download it when wanted/needed.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

This is why you're the dOOd, Wish I'd a thought of that.

Fired00d · « **Reply #75 on:** April 26, 2010, 01:55:51 PM »

Quote from: Opossum on April 26, 2010, 01:54:38 PM

This is why you're the dOOd, Wish I'd a thought of that.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Opossum · « **Reply #76 on:** April 26, 2010, 02:01:40 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on April 26, 2010, 01:55:51 PM

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

It's there now.

savagecove1 · « **Reply #77 on:** February 13, 2011, 08:46:24 AM »

you might want to check on that ferry. there are no ferrys entering yarmouth ,only digby. goverment cut backs, you understand.

RockerSE · « **Reply #78 on:** February 13, 2011, 10:19:06 AM »

I have not read all the replies but my suggestion for timing is August, at least late July. I recently lived up there for a year and a half. The likelyhood of fog on the scenic routes is high until about mid July. Be prepared for some terrible roads, dangerous if you are on a bike. There are a lot of scenic villages and lighthouses but to quote my wife "if you have seen one dmn fishing village you have seen them all"

hogasm · « **Reply #79 on:** February 13, 2011, 10:35:54 AM »

Quote from: RockerSE on February 13, 2011, 10:19:06 AM

I have not read all the replies but my suggestion for timing is August, at least late July. I recently lived up there for a year and a half. The likelyhood of fog on the scenic routes is high until about mid July. Be prepared for some terrible roads, dangerous if you are on a bike. There are a lot of scenic villages and lighthouses but to quote my wife "if you have seen one dmn fishing village you have seen them all"

Funny that you said end of July......yesterday I called Staples "the office supply" customer service and the lady on the other end of the line was in Nova Scotia. What a coincidence. She said to definitely plan a motorcycle trip the last 2 weeks of July to the first 2 weeks of August. Plan on temps from 50-80 degrees F.

Not going to Daytona this year so the NS trip is looking brighter

hdbrad03 · « **Reply #80 on:** February 13, 2011, 05:23:13 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on February 13, 2011, 10:35:54 AM

Not going to Daytona this year so the NS trip is looking brighter

Jock, myself and Val have been kicking this trip around for a while also.

Brad

Jock · « **Reply #81 on:** February 13, 2011, 05:24:33 PM »

Quote from: hdbrad03 on February 13, 2011, 05:23:13 PM

Jock, myself and Val have been kicking this trip around for a while also.

Brad

Jock · « **Reply #82 on:** March 25, 2011, 10:14:34 PM »

Quote from: hdbrad03 on February 13, 2011, 05:23:13 PM

Jock, myself and Val have been kicking this trip around for a while also.

Brad

So what do you think? Still a thought?

Brian..you in? Perhaps mid-Aug?

hogasm · « **Reply #83 on:** March 26, 2011, 08:30:15 PM »

That is still the plan

Jock · « **Reply #84 on:** March 26, 2011, 08:34:13 PM »

I will call ya on the road next week...

hdbrad03 · « **Reply #85 on:** March 26, 2011, 09:37:33 PM »

Quote from: Jock on March 25, 2011, 10:14:34 PM

So what do you think? Still a thought?

Brian..you in? Perhaps mid-Aug?

Always a thought! When plan comes together we will see.

Brad

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