Day 2 was from Ingonish to Pleasant Bay, just over 50 miles and about 4,600 ft of climbing, most of which was at the end of the ride, with a few miles at 7% and almost a mile at more than 10%. Straight into a strong headwind. Fun!
Our route took us north for 20 miles, before we headed west, into the wind. I’d planned a refueling and water break at the 20-mile mark, when we got to Neils Harbour. Alas, the Chowder House was closed for the season. Thank goodness for the Co-op supermarket, where we feasted al fresco on bananas and granola bars.
