Ariel's ride 2

Ariel is about to cross into Canada, where she'll spend the 4th of July weekend. She's 5 miles from the border at this moment. I saw the spot on the google satellite map. About 40 miles from now, she'll make her camp at Snag Junction.

It's sunny, but there's been some patches of road construction and loose gravel and more hills.

She stayed at Longview Campground last night. It was beautiful there, she said. She shared a site with another solo bicyclist, trading stories. She says she's going faster than other bicyclists on the way, because they're carrying about twice the amount of gear she has on her bike. She's taken little extra clothing and no tent. She uses a tarp. Her new friend, who's touring more of Alaska and is already behind her, is also carrying a bear can for food.

We may not hear from her again for a few days. I hope there's pictures.