Ride Delaware ? Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 I know it's been awhile since I've posted a TR. Haven't been out free riding on a day worth writing about in months. I came up to the Bush this past weekend and enjoyed a weekend of riding with the GF. I even put on skis for a day for her. I had been following the current storm, and the weather looked like a mixed bag at the Bush potentially ending in rain. I had always wanted to try out some of the Quebec mountains, so I thought this would be a perfect opportunity. I woke up at 6:15, packed my gear, and got out of the condo by 7:15. The roads had some snow on them from the night before, but nothing too substantial. Since I hadn't been in CAN for years, I was treated to a full search of the car upon entering the country. I pulled up to Mont Sutton at 10:30. The upper parking lot was relatively full, but the lower lots were empty. The first thing I noticed was how small the lodge was. The mountain is definitely bigger than its base amenities provide for, but it does have a couple fairly large mountain top lodges to compensate. It's so weird to hear them assume everyone speaks French. I was greeted in French throughout the day. I got my lift ticket with a AAA discount, and headed out to the HSQ right outside the lodge. There was a ton of snow. Some icy spots, but overall, what a blast. They have some tree runs, some glades, and some natural woods. However, they also have lots of protected areas between trails that they are trying to let grow up. I poached a little, but tried to respect that. The best tree run was off the back side and required a mile traverse/hike to get out. It was worth it. Overall, it was a fun day. I always enjoy trying out a new mountain. There was plentiful natural and minimal crowds. Most of the other patrons stuck to the groomers, so the natural stuff was pretty much a private stash. I drove up to Quebec City tonight and will be hitting Le Massif/Mont Sainte Anne the next two days. I'm really looking forward to it. 8 Quote
momskeeztoo Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Looks nice. Telephone booths. Don't see that very often. Quote
GrilledSteezeSandwich Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Nice report. I stayed at the Chateau Frontanac in Quebec City. Pretty amazing hotel. Quote
Ride Delaware ? Posted February 8, 2017 Author Report Posted February 8, 2017 I drove through QC at night with a storm coming in, so I didn't see it. I have to say though, the scope of that city is huge... 1 Quote
GrilledSteezeSandwich Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Le Massif looks like a cool area to check out. If it wasn't ten hours away I'd probably visit Quote
tnt Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Wow - place looks awesome.... Did it stay all snow up there? Quote
Rex Goliath Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 (edited) "It's so weird to hear them assume everyone speaks French. I was greeted in French throughout the day." By Law: French must be the predominant language on signs, retail or food service employees always greet customers in French, and there are even laws dictating whether parents can send their children to English or French school Edited February 8, 2017 by Rex Goliath Quote
GrilledSteezeSandwich Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 residents of Paris speak better English than residents of Quebec City. In Montreal a lot more English is spoken. Quote
NMSKI Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Nice report. I stayed at the Chateau Frontanac in Quebec City. Pretty amazing hotel.image.jpeg I stayed there once on a family trip and I had food poisoning so bad, we still call it "the exorcist incident". Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
tnt Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Love to know how long the drive was to Massif. We're thinking about driving there from Stowe Friday morning since it sounds like N vt is freezing up very badly. Quote
GrilledSteezeSandwich Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Love to know how long the drive was to Massif. We're thinking about driving there from Stowe Friday morning since it sounds like N vt is freezing up very badly. 5 hour drive. Quote
Ride Delaware ? Posted February 9, 2017 Author Report Posted February 9, 2017 (edited) I'll try to post a report a bit later. From the Bush it's 5.5 hours. Honestly, it's easily top 2 of my all time east coast days. Valentines Day 14' may have been better because of the free refills, but I HAVE NEVER had better east coast trees... Edited February 9, 2017 by Ride Delaware ? 2 Quote
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