Participant Notes 2

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Here are more comments you have sent our way.  Thanks for touring with us!

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S. Waterston

We enjoyed our Liked the comprehensiveness of the way the tour was organized, the staff and the way the tour was supported. We had a great time, your staff is terrific, the days were well planned.

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L. McPhun

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!! Thank you Atlantic Canada Cycling!!!

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D. Mcparlan

Like the independence of the structure, not herding together of the whole group. Like the variety of eating, sleeping, and activities available. The organizing of the food in the crates with shopping along the way was superb. The cooking arrangements worked very well. There was plenty of hot water, dishes, soap, propane. All that was very good.

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L. McPhun

Amazing trips through Atlantic Canada Cycling!!!

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T. Power

Riding was amazing, and, really enjoyed the people I met. Casual, self paced, kind of laid back attitude. Lots of flexibility regarding riding, meals, stops along the way, etc.

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V. Mansour

The [Annapolis] Valley is a terrific place to bike - great scenery and variety.

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D. Fuller

I enjoyed the "discovery" aspect and the relaxed attitude greatly.

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G. Helmkamp

Caroline and I want to extend to you our greatest appreciation for opening our minds and bodies to the experience of Newfoundland and Labrador. Your leadership was absolutely superb, and your attention to all riders needs and queries was outstanding. The route and accommodations could not have been better.

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W. Cotter

It was very obvious that 100% was put into making this festival one to meet the needs, to have fun, and to educate people about Nova Scotia and its people.

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G. Wilson

The Newfoundland Trip was great- Day 8 with the wind, rain and cold I could have done without but then there was no charge for that.

It was a wonderful trip-thanks for all your organization. I hope to ride again with ACC!

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D. Plane

It was a great experience with a really good, fun group and good logistical support. You have figured our an excellent set of systems to make these tours run super-smoothly.

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P. Gilbert

It was a positive experience & the camping part worked out smoother than what I thought! I liked being part of a group , having some organized structure but yet being free to do what I wanted.
Trying to make everything work for people as long as it was within reason; friendliness & ease to approach; lots of heart and personal pleasure from all of you doing your best to make things work for everyone.

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D. Fairey

Thanks for another great tour.

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J. Schripsema

I consider your event the best bicycling tour experience I've ever had.

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M. Powers

I’d like to say that I had a very enjoyable time. The people were indescribably welcoming, the organization excellent and the countryside beautiful.

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L. Otten

Have nothing but praise. ..looking forward to more.

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D. Dietrich

The founder and chairman of ACC is an awesome tour operator. Thank you for your good work! The ACC trip I take every summer is truthfully the highlight of my year.

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M. Morrison

Meeting new people from all over, coming together, making new friends and bicycling. It can’t get any better than that.

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D. Holt

Thanks for putting this trip together your commitment to 2-wheel travel, and your "spin" on life.

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J. Young

I know there are other cycling tour options to choose from and there is a reason people pick ACC over them. You all provide just the right amount of support and tell it like it is, which I appreciate. From the crew to the riders, everyone is there to enjoy the ride and share in a beautiful experience. I hope your future tours are successful and I hope to be back next year for another adventure. Thank you so much for providing the services to make this possible and I wish you guys all the best!

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A & G. van Heerden

Well organized but allows a lot of individual freedom. Met our expectations re distances / camping / organisation and cost. We would definitely like to do many tours with ACC again.

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M. Morrison

Meeting new people, coming together, making new friends and bicycling. It can't get any better than that.

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J. Ziegler

1st bike trip ever & I loved it! Great organization and excellent leadership. Hip t-shirt colours also. Thanks for the memories.

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T. Walker

Thank you ever so much for a fantastic tour. You definitely went above and beyond. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour, Quebec, and its bike friendly people... Take care. See you on the road again.

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P. Steckler

Great trip! You haven't aged (much)!

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H. Currie

1. The ACC «team» worked seamlessly with all the cyclists to help with all matters on the road & at campsites.
2. The equipment provided by ACC for cooking etc was exceptional. Nice to see that all cyclists took care of everything too.
3. The food crates & coolers provided by ACC were much appreciated by all cyclists.
4. The supermarket stops each day were well thought out.The grocery bin pick-ups much appreciated by all cyclists too.

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R. Gordon

Congratulations on all your hard work - it is appreciated on our behalf. Makes the holiday so much easier for participants.

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A. Emo

This was my first time in Newfoundland. I always wanted to go but was put off in the past with the thought of a lot of rain. I was pleasantly surprised. We had great weather for the most part and were blessed with a lot of sunshine and warm weather at the beginning of the Tour. I just fell in love with Newfoundland. I loved the scenery and the people were very friendly, the roads were clean and the air was fresh. Hiking was great in Gros Morne park even though we could not hike to the top because of the nesting season (not open until July 1st). Saw lots of moose and some caribou and of course whales

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J. Brougher

I just wanted to say thank you in general for a wow tour. I thought you id a fine job of working hard to meet our needs and answer our unending questions.

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M. Mills

Keep the tours coming. Thanks

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R. Goldstein

2 cabs 3 buses 2 planes (thats one way) from Manhattan, everything was great.. Gary and staff did great job.

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J-P McIntyre

I have already sent emails with photo attachments to several friends that I think might be interested to join me next year. I will certainly be back.

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N. Neil

It's been 3 GREAT years in a row! Appreciate it. See you next year.

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M. Burke

Thank you all for a wonderful time I will never forget! It was a great time meeting and hanging out with each and every one of you.

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G. Helmkamp

Excellent pre-trip information and response to specific questions. Incredible value.

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R. Schrand

You were

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supportive

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I. Madrus

The website gave the impression that it was arranged and hosted by an expert in the area and biking, as well as, a great balance of information, quirkiness and humour. And amazing pictures to peruse. Also, the reasonable price, camping and the laid back feel of the descriptions, socializing, options, etc.

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L. Chiofar

I loved it! The distances were manageable, the campgrounds were lovely and the biking was beyond amazing!!

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T. Webb

I think the tour was very successful - and obviously word is spreading - the tour was superb. Thanks!

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C. McKillop

Many thanks, PEI is truly a beautiful province.

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S. D’Angelo-Vibert

Gary Conrod runs a fantastic tour. He knows his stuff. This is my 4th one with ACC. You'd love it!! hope to see you again one day soon!

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F. Iannotti

More spectacular than almost anything I saw on my Trans-America Trail ride across America back in 1978. I mean, they have FIORDS up there! You’ll see caribou and seals and waterfowl and maybe even whales. You may even see the polar bear we missed. You almost surely will see icebergs.

Remember, it may be July here in the States, but up there the weather is incredibly changeable. I mean, it can be 70 degrees and sunny and then 15 minutes later its 50 and rainy and then 15 minutes later and its 70 and sunny again.

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C. Creede

My expectations were pretty much what you provide -- the infrastructure to do what is primarily a self-guided but semi-supported trip in a remote place. (I've done this sort of thing before). By semi-supported I mean the personal accountability for cooking, shopping, setting up tents, etc. I think there are other people who might have a higher expectation for a guide giving more info about the area, or more comfort, but that wasn't what mine was. I expect to have maps and a workable route, know I don't have to worry about accommodations, to have my gear at the location on time, to be picked up if something goes very wrong and to have tools and expertise on hand if something is wrong with my bike I can't solve. You provided that ;-).

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A. Murphy

Thanks for an intro to Lac-Saint-Jean by velo.

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A. Moore

Everything operated like clockwork. Everyone connected with ACC did everything to make the trip enjoyable. I do enjoy the flexibility that is a characteristic of ACC tours. Great crew. Throughly enjoyed all aspects of the tour.

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M. Scofield

Still telling people about your wonderful bike tours -- we hope to get back and do another trip before you're done!

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J. Brougher

I think the routes, the mileage, the sequence of the challenges, were all just right... At first, I was thinking the days were too short, but then I realized that not only was there plenty else to do, but there was lots of recovery time for the next challenge.

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A. Hathway

Many thanks for all your hard work! Great trip!

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C. Phalen

Since I’ve never attended one of these before I have nothing to compare it to but it seemed to be very well organized and run. Obviously a lot of work went into this.

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D. & R. Bergan

Thank you for making the recent PEI tour a memorable one for us. We enjoyed every day of riding including the one windy day. We really appreciated the extras ie;Lobster feast, the Center accommodations and providing transportation to include us with the campers. PEI is a wonderful place to ride on safe rural roads and trails. Hopefully (we) will be able to participate in one of your other tours in the future.

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J. Grout

We love your website (and) your grass roots approach and the fact that we can prepare our own meals at the campsite. Also that there may be an option for bed and breakfasts.

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L. Rosmarin

It exceeded our expectations because of the kindness of both organizers and cyclists

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C. McMille

Dear Team ACC, your're the best! Thanks so much for great biking experience - we will never forget it!

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K. Rivers

Finished the Cape Breton tour on Monday with a great group of folks. Thank you for a wonderful week of cycling.

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M. Glandorf

Would like to offer congratulations to all who had a hand in the organization - and a big thank-you.

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S. Rocco

Thanks a lot. Your hard work really paid off. I had a great time.

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M. Maloney

Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the tour this year. Just what I needed! I am looking forward to doing another one next year..

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S. OLeary

I’m looking forward to next year already. You did a wonderful job!

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A. Kadar

I definitely feel that I got my money's worth from the trip, and will probably do another one of your excursions sometime soon.

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D. Miron

Spectacular riding and great company. I couldn't have imagined it better. Thank you for a great experience everyone. Great program and support; don't change a thing.

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A. Darke

I did the Cabot Trail tour a few years ago and can recommend Atlantic Cycling as a very cost efficient tour operator.

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A. Doyle

Met lots of good people. It was very sociable. Lots of freedom to do your own things. Certainly was well worth the $$. I am sure a lot of work goes this. Thank You.

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G. Helmkamp

Caroline and I want to extend to you our greatest appreciation for opening our minds and bodies to the experience of Newfoundland and Labrador. Your leadership was absolutely superb, and your attention to all riders needs and queries was outstanding. The route and accommodations could not have been better.

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I. Madrus

I could not decide between PEI and Cape Breton so decided to do both. I knew PEI would also help me train for Cape Breton as I did not have much time to prepare beforehand.. Thank you for the trip(s) of a lifetime.

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A. Tracy

Friendly people, good fun, spectacular scenery, sense of group togetherness.

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T. Hurley

Thanks for the !trip of a lifetime!

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D. Bergan
D. Bergan

We signed up for the July PEI tour and are really looking forward to visiting PEI! We did the ACC tour of Cape Breton Island a dozen or so years ago and loved it. ACC provides a quality tour at a reasonable price. See you all in July.

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C. McMullen

Thanks so much for great biking experience - we will never forget it!

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S. Clinton

Gary and his 2 comrades, who ran the sag wagon and the truck, were greatly at ease with no major rules or restrictions, allowing the riders the ability to make the trip their own personal experience. It is neither overly planned, nor heavily supervised. You can ride at your own pace, and there were many abilities represented on the trip.

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L. Marlow

Many thanks for the adventure, laughter and fun. Hope to see you next summer.

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K. Crossman

You should be proud of this event. Its well organized, in beautiful country, with nice people. It’s also a lot of fun.

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L. Poplak

The first thing I would tell you about the tour is that there were cyclists of all strengths participating, from novices to experts, and I believe that everybody found the tour to be well designed, and challenging. The terrain is sometimes hilly, but the big factor is wind -- tailwinds and you’re laughing, headwinds you’re crying.

Atlantic Canada Cycling’s management style of the tour was very good -- they don’t baby you, so that you feel like you’re accomplishing the tour on your own -- but they provide enough support that you don’t have to worry about anything but cycling and having a good time

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G. Melick

Thanks for another great bike tour!

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M. Slaughter

I thought your organization was run very well before and now afterward. Your organisation is run top notes.

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R. & F. Boukall

We participated in the PEI tour five years ago. Had such a good time that we talked [friends] into joining us this time. We appreciated all the extras that were a part of this trip.

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L. Monet

I loved it. It was one of the greatest experiences I had. The people were so friendly! You did a wonderful job to organize this tour!!

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P. Fralic

A chance to see a part of the country I hadn't seen before; having superb support from you and meeting up with great people who all share a common goal.

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T. Webb

Liked the organization, the challenge of the "hills", the rush of awesome downhills, meeting neat people, having a hot shower, great weather, scenery …the fact that I did it!

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K. Hughes

Fantastic trip - thanks for everything!

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D. Plane

Hope you will be able to stick with the operation for a number more years while we are still capable of going with your groups.

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A. Enright

I like how relaxed the itinerary was laid out - we had the option of eating out or buying food to cook ourselves. It was helpful to have those hints mentioned on our maps for sure.

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T. Farquar

I am not casting a vote for any particular route in the future. That’s your business. I won’t ride the St. John again, because there will be new roads to conquer. Just know that this rider had a great, great experience start to finish.

And my charcoal is about out from my small spring burn, so I’m collecting lumps for hardwood for another go next spring. As the acrid smoke fills the woods, I will be thinking of you and Atlantic Canada Cycling!

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A. Moore

This was my second tour - the first was so enjoyable, I wanted to do another. Well organized, good camping grounds, doable to a range of abilities. Wonderful tour in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

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S. Burell

Splendid weekend! Well-conceived and managed. Many Thanks.

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R. Monroe

I enjoyed the other people on this trip, the scenery, the choice of campgrounds and appreciated the coordination of all the logistics - ferries, etc - that were required for a trip such as this one.

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T. Morley

Looking forward to another good ride. Thank you for your help and dedication to cycling.

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R. Shaffer

I will be recommending it to my bicycling friends.

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J. Young

The laid back attitude of the ACC crew and operation made it feel like I was heading out with a group of friends who were genuinely interested in showing us the best Nova Scotia had to offer. Every destination and attraction along the way went above and beyond my expectations. I only wish there was more time to spend at some of these places - perhaps more two day stops like the one in Lunenburg. The beach front campground on the last night was breathtaking. I also really liked the interactions with the other riders and getting to know them throughout the trip.

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B. Linton

Your chosen routes clearly had scenic and low-traffic advantages.

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W. Lake

Loved cycling there. One of the best ACC trips.

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P. McCullough

You run a great adventure tour, and I thank you again. See you next summer.

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C. Reddick

Thank you all to a great 2019 cycling tour around the Gaspe Region. Such a beautiful area with fantastic people to have been on tour with. Thanks Gary to you and your crew (Ed and Jason) for making the tour relaxing, interesting and fun. Gary, it was also a pleasure cycling with you during most of the routes. Take care everyone. Hopefully we will cross paths again on another tour in the future. all the best! Charles

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B. Shourounis

Good variety with mix of long rides, short rides and off days. Got good value for the cost of the tour.

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V. Bernhards

Beautiful scenery, well planned routes, nice camping areas, good showers, competent staff, usable information for each days' activities. It is always nice when the people on the tour all get along and interact well together.

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J. Antonietti

Thanks for the most amazing trip.
We have travelled with various bike touring companies,you are one of the well organized,super service,and happy crews of all. Till next trip.

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L. Gunn

Dates fit with my schedule, and the cost was reasonable. Support from organizers, clear communication from organizers, safe routes, all three were met, it went very well and the rides were spectacular.

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D. Gartner

Liked freedeom to ride at our own pace and schedule and eating on our own without commitments.

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L Stegink

What a great bike ride it was! We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent with each one of you. Group dynamics were important, and it was good.

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G. McKinnon

I think Gary has done more for cycling than anyone in Eastern Canada. The service you provide is a great boost to the cycling community. You guys are the best.

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L. & A. Brison

It is a very nice Island you have and thanks for sharing it.

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