DRAM 3, Dirt Roads Across Maine. The Legend Continues.
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Dougnuts
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Haha! When I saw this the other night, I had to explain to my wife why I was laughing so hard. She didn't get it, but it perfectly represents how I feel about this thread.
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Mass_Mopar
Don't Litter
If you've made it this far, you've earned it:
(some moving & some still pictures put together in a blender)
As far as the write-up goes, the conclusion is coming soon...
(some moving & some still pictures put together in a blender)
As far as the write-up goes, the conclusion is coming soon...
Chris Boyd
Explorer
Great thread, great reading, looks like a great trip. Hopefully @spencyg will open a bit more slots next year now that the route is getting sorted! I really would love to do this trip! Love the Chappell meme!
Finatic Angler
Adventurer
Nice job on the video
Doc Foster
Adventurer
Exactly what I was thinking. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
Mass_Mopar
Don't Litter
Welcome to Lubec
After more than 500 miles had passed beneath our tires, the checkered flag showed up on the GPS. The flag that symbolized we were within shouting distance of our goal. With a short stretch on County Road, we took our final turn onto South Lubec Road. We paralleled the coastline on smooth pavement with the distant lights of downtown Lubec over the channel to our left.
As we closed in on the lighthouse, the thought crossed our mind that it might be gated off. Drawing near, Spencer piped up on the CB. Deep down, I expected to hear the gate was closed. I was wrong. Not only was the gate open, Gentlemen, we're ending on dirt!
What you see here is the teaser for our final group shot. 6 DRAM-ers. 5 trucks. 1 lighthouse. In reality, it's the best my cheapo point n shoot camera could muster in the pitch black. You'd be wise to keep tabs on what Will (Ripper) has in store for this moment, a little bird told me he captured an epic shot.
The feeling of lining up in front of the lighthouse in Lubec was incredible. The entire place was pitch black save for our parking lights and the steady white blinking of the automated light atop the brick tower. There was a gentle breeze blowing off-shore, which kept the sounds and smells of the ocean surprisingly subdued. We all explored a bit around the lighthouse in the cold night's air, thrilled to have made it and simultaneously sad the epic adventure was over. Not long after, with hearty handshakes and smiles all around, Ralph, Jonathan, and Steve all departed for home. Spencer, Will, and myself all decided to head into Lubec to see if we could dig up a place for dinner. A few miles later and we spotted the perfect beacon for 3 weary travelers: Lubec Brewing Co.
Main street was completely empty. It had the feeling of a sleepy fishing village waiting for the next tourist season. I figure we were probably the most interesting thing to stumble downtown all day.
There was only one problem with Lubec Brewing Co. They were a little too new to have a working kitchen going, so unless you like your dinner made up entirely of delicious beer and cheese-its, you're out of luck. Being a Sunday night in the off-season, we were definitely out of luck that night. The only other establishments in town were either closed Sunday, or had just closed up shop as we were pulling in. With our tab paid and growlers for souvenirs, we bid the friendly people of Lubec Brewing Co adieu. It was here that Spencer would also saddle up and point Boomer in the direction of home, leaving just Will and I to sort out accommodations for the night. Since both of us had 400 miles or so in-between Lubec and home, we figured a stay near the finish line would be a good idea. We were right.
I had arranged for some off-season camping locally, and at the pub we had been informed of a great location a few miles North of town. We decided to disregard both of those ideas and opt for an impromptu spot.
The sunrise was epic.
Watching the sun rise over Canada and the easternmost point in the US, Sail Rock, while the fishermen tended their pots was blissful. The challenge behind us and the miles still to go ahead of us just disappeared. The only thing that could have improved that sunrise would be to have shared it with the entire team. Eventually, the cold brought us back as the shutter fingers froze in the light breeze. We packed up camp and made sure we left no trace as usual, and headed down to the previous night's group shot location for one in the daylight.
Lubec by morning was stunningly scenic. Thanks to CountryHandyMan's info in the planning thread, we found our way out onto the beach for a picture and more marveling of the beauty of the easternmost spot.
On the way out of town, we drove down Water street again to take in the sights of the channel and Campobello Island.
With a feeling of accomplishment, we soaked in the view for a few more minutes, then fired up the trucks for the long, paved road home.
Spencer put together both a great adventure and a great group of people and vehicles for DRAM 3. I'm thrilled I was able to be a part of it. Hats off to you, Spence!
Big thanks to all of the DRAM3 team. Without you guys, this adventure and this write-up wouldn't be possible. Special thanks to Ralph, Jonathan, Ashwin, and Spencer for sharing your photos. I would also like to thank Will for partnering up for the unofficial Day 4, you certainly helped make that 9 hour drive back to civilization more tolerable.
Thanks to ExPo for providing the forum to both plan and document our adventures!
Until next time...
After more than 500 miles had passed beneath our tires, the checkered flag showed up on the GPS. The flag that symbolized we were within shouting distance of our goal. With a short stretch on County Road, we took our final turn onto South Lubec Road. We paralleled the coastline on smooth pavement with the distant lights of downtown Lubec over the channel to our left.
As we closed in on the lighthouse, the thought crossed our mind that it might be gated off. Drawing near, Spencer piped up on the CB. Deep down, I expected to hear the gate was closed. I was wrong. Not only was the gate open, Gentlemen, we're ending on dirt!
What you see here is the teaser for our final group shot. 6 DRAM-ers. 5 trucks. 1 lighthouse. In reality, it's the best my cheapo point n shoot camera could muster in the pitch black. You'd be wise to keep tabs on what Will (Ripper) has in store for this moment, a little bird told me he captured an epic shot.
The feeling of lining up in front of the lighthouse in Lubec was incredible. The entire place was pitch black save for our parking lights and the steady white blinking of the automated light atop the brick tower. There was a gentle breeze blowing off-shore, which kept the sounds and smells of the ocean surprisingly subdued. We all explored a bit around the lighthouse in the cold night's air, thrilled to have made it and simultaneously sad the epic adventure was over. Not long after, with hearty handshakes and smiles all around, Ralph, Jonathan, and Steve all departed for home. Spencer, Will, and myself all decided to head into Lubec to see if we could dig up a place for dinner. A few miles later and we spotted the perfect beacon for 3 weary travelers: Lubec Brewing Co.
Main street was completely empty. It had the feeling of a sleepy fishing village waiting for the next tourist season. I figure we were probably the most interesting thing to stumble downtown all day.
There was only one problem with Lubec Brewing Co. They were a little too new to have a working kitchen going, so unless you like your dinner made up entirely of delicious beer and cheese-its, you're out of luck. Being a Sunday night in the off-season, we were definitely out of luck that night. The only other establishments in town were either closed Sunday, or had just closed up shop as we were pulling in. With our tab paid and growlers for souvenirs, we bid the friendly people of Lubec Brewing Co adieu. It was here that Spencer would also saddle up and point Boomer in the direction of home, leaving just Will and I to sort out accommodations for the night. Since both of us had 400 miles or so in-between Lubec and home, we figured a stay near the finish line would be a good idea. We were right.
I had arranged for some off-season camping locally, and at the pub we had been informed of a great location a few miles North of town. We decided to disregard both of those ideas and opt for an impromptu spot.
The sunrise was epic.
Watching the sun rise over Canada and the easternmost point in the US, Sail Rock, while the fishermen tended their pots was blissful. The challenge behind us and the miles still to go ahead of us just disappeared. The only thing that could have improved that sunrise would be to have shared it with the entire team. Eventually, the cold brought us back as the shutter fingers froze in the light breeze. We packed up camp and made sure we left no trace as usual, and headed down to the previous night's group shot location for one in the daylight.
Lubec by morning was stunningly scenic. Thanks to CountryHandyMan's info in the planning thread, we found our way out onto the beach for a picture and more marveling of the beauty of the easternmost spot.
On the way out of town, we drove down Water street again to take in the sights of the channel and Campobello Island.
With a feeling of accomplishment, we soaked in the view for a few more minutes, then fired up the trucks for the long, paved road home.
Spencer put together both a great adventure and a great group of people and vehicles for DRAM 3. I'm thrilled I was able to be a part of it. Hats off to you, Spence!
Big thanks to all of the DRAM3 team. Without you guys, this adventure and this write-up wouldn't be possible. Special thanks to Ralph, Jonathan, Ashwin, and Spencer for sharing your photos. I would also like to thank Will for partnering up for the unofficial Day 4, you certainly helped make that 9 hour drive back to civilization more tolerable.
Thanks to ExPo for providing the forum to both plan and document our adventures!
Until next time...
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TravelsWithRalph
Adventurer
Excellent write up Nick. You've done the group and the trip proud. Thanks, Ralph
