I was hoping Skunkworks would chime in, as he just did the IDBDR! I live less than 100 miles from where the BDR meets the Canadian Border. I can't speak for the parts south of me, but our air quality has been horrible lately with all the fires. Right now our AQI is 278, or very unhealthy. Just finished a half me walk in the woods with the dog and my throat is scratchy. Crazy place up here. Seems like we go from 3 feet of snow to everything on fire in a matter of a week or two. But the air quality bounces all over the scale so no telling how it'll be when you ride here. If you're in anyway asthmatic or the like I'd say decide prudently...
A couple buddies and I have been planning the WABDR each summer for 2 years, and both times we've changed our plans due to smoke and fires. Lord we need some rain!
Feel free to PM me if/when you're up here, maybe meet up for part of the ride or at least grab a sandwich! Best of luck with you're plans!
Dons 1911,
Appreciate the input on the conditions! We pulled the plug on the ID BDR after both you and Skunkworks replied. We have been fortunate this year in Colorado and feel bead for you all.
This trip has been in the planning for several months and....damn it! Guess we will head to northern Minnesota, Wisconsin. and Michigan UP (will be fun with new terrain but I love the mountains).
Always good to plan a "meet up". Will get in touch with you when we plan again next summer! Also have been looking at the WA BDR and an Alaska trip if the border ever eases up!
Take Care,
NoMas (Mark)