Drivers: Reasonably courteous. Some
big logging trucks and equipment to watch out for. |
Speeds: Most of Vancouver
Island's highways are 80 to 90 KPH, with some stretches of 100 to 110 KPH. Speeds
drop to 50 KPH when passing through the many small towns. |
Roads: pretty good conditions.
Usually well marked with signs for curves, distances, etc. |
Fuel: about $0.80 CND per
litre. |
Food: Supermarkets and
restaurants in the local towns. |
People: Friendly and helpful. |
Weather: September can often be
very pleasant weather-wise on Vancouver Island, as we usually get an
"Indian summer". |
Helmets: Yep, required. |