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Published: August 17th 2017
Well we've made it to Sweden! However, I had hoped our route down the E4 in Sweden would be along the bay of Bothnia and a great ride, but turns out it's miserable!!! Cars and trucks going well over 60mph, a rumble strip, and a narrow shoulder. We tried some back roads initially but got thoroughly lost. Not one of our better days! Yesterday I met an Italian bike tourist on his way to Nordkapp and he had exactly the same experience. His Garmin sent him all over the country and back and Google maps on his iphone kept directing him to the E4. He's not happy but he's forging on. After today we said forget it, it's too dangerous, too fatiguing, and just not fun. Early on we had met a fellow on a Victory motorcycle on his way to a rally in Finland. He told us he drove a truck for 30 years all over Sweden and suggested a better route. We were initially hesitant to try this route but we've picked up a paper road map of Sweden and today convinced us to strike out on a new course!
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Mom
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So the cabin is a leento? At least you are off the ground. Looks cozy. But I am not completely sold. Travel on!!!
Is this the road ? Yikes that is no room for you. Go a different route or go visit someplace else where cyclists are treasured!! Love you mom