Much like the enterprising hipsters that came out to greet us, Vancouver is a colourful and varied city. Nestled on a spit of land, it affords enticing views of the coastal ranges of British Columbia. To compliment the natural beauty of the city, each storefront seems to hail from a different continent, and exotic restaurants line every street.

The bikes have been tuned and the gear is all set for a early departure in the morning, aiming to duel with homeland security and arrive within spitting distance of Anacortes and a ferry to the San Juan islands.

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