Kamal has it right. All good stuff in that thread.
Depending on how much time you have this route has some world class scenery and is worth the time, however, summer months will be busy and may require some planning for hotels and such.
Never been pulled over in BC, only had lights flashed at me a few times. Then again I don't speed. ;)
Ok, so this is my favourite section of road in BC, albeit a litte far from Castlegar. Nice and wide open with spectacular views that allows some quickness around the bendy parts of the road.
For a good dose of twisties go to Balfour, across the ferry and head down to Creston and back across the Creston-Salmo highway. Nice ride! The ferry guys are usually pretty good about getting the bikes off of the ferry at Kooteny Bay first to get them ahead of all the slow traffic.
Speaking of Cycle World, what's with those guys? I've read the September issue and the way they praise the c14, you would think it could cure cancer.
I don't get it. Must be some behind the scene money changing hands.
Rode south from Missoula on 93 and through Stanley on 75 first week in June of this year. Excellent road and a memorable ride. I was through quite early in the day on highway 75 (left Salmon. ID 6ish am) and traffic was extremely light.
The only negative that I can think of was the extensive...
Having rode more than a few times in sub zero weather (celsius) here is my opinion:
Heated grips: must have
Heated vest: must have
Heated chaps: very cold conditions only (say colder than -5*C)
Heated seat: never have felt I needed it