July 15 Saturday

Started the day with the most incredible jacuzzi/shower at the 7 Gables Inn. It's all digital--precise temperature control and more buttons/controls that you can imagine. The shower spray comes from the top and is drenching. It was wonderful and we felt like we deserved it after the hardships of the past 4 days.

We got tires at Northern Powersports. Doug inspected the bike and said we were good to go.

Called Clem and gave me Al/Joanna's contact information. They were expecting us and we were looking forward to meeting for dinner. After picking up provisions in Fairbanks we were on our way.

We stayed at the Denali Mountain Morning Hostel, a fantastic place in the middle of paradise. After checking in, it was on to meet Al, Joanna, and Rachel Mae. They live in a wonderful log cabin. The visit was the highlight of our trip. They have warm and wonderful friends that joined us for dinner. A good time as had by all and we departed around midnight--better for having been there.