Translab +NL : first timers questions
hi, long time reader, first time poster.
I am heading out last week of july into august to do toronto-translab-NL-toronto (and hoping to squeeze in the Cabot trail). I have a total of 3 weeks for the trip. My plan is to zip across the translab to spend more time exploring NL. To that effect, I plan to cross into NL on July 24th. I have a room booked in St Johns aug 1,2,3, so a lot of floating days in between with time to explore and ride.
First time in NL, and via my reading a couple of concerns have come up, hoping someone who's done the trip or perhaps someone local can assist?
*bike security : I want to be able to get off the bike and take some hikes, but concerned about leaving everything on the bike (including helmet , riding jacket/pant etc) . I have pacsafe net, but likely wont be able to secure everything. Am i overthinking this? What is the reality of getting gear stolen in small costal communities?
*lodging: full camping gear with me, but im not a fan of camping in rain. What is the reality of trying to find next day/last minute lodging?
any other tips or recommendations?
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