Gail and I have done many lengthy road trips. They have taken us to ten provinces and 48 states. We have visited Alaska (not by car) and Hawaii (certainly not by car). Every road trip requires planning, some more than others, like the 14,000 km tour in a Mazda Miata sports car. The challenge of a long trip in a sports car is how to pack when there’s no room for luggage. The challenge for this trip Is the time of year. If you have travelled in British Columbia you will know there are mountains, mountains and more mountains, which may get snow any time after the middle of September. Consequently, B.C requires winter tires after October 1 when driving in the mountains. Tire chains may also be required. Well, the winter tires are on the car for the whole trip but if tire chains are demanded we will just take the civilized approach and wait until chains are not required or until spring, whichever comes first.
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