Only rode about 200 miles today. But the ride was firstly along the Pacific Coastal Highway which is a road that follows the coastline and, surprise, surprise, is just one continuum of tight corners. A great road to ride, but quite hard work as you have to concentrate pretty hard. The views were great – though I have to say the coast road from Italy down through Croatia was perhaps more beautiful, and the Med looked far more tempting than the Pacific which is very cold and grey up here. We then started to go inland through Redwood forests – yes, they are big buggers – again on very twisty hilly roads. All in all a bikers dream ride – but quite tiring.
I’m now in a motel room, just about to get some petrol and then think about eating. It’s 6pm as I write this.
The group has jelled well and the guy I’ve paired up with is very organised and good company. Indeed, as we get to the motel he goes and organises and pays for the room, sorts the internet passwords etc and I just unpack my luggage and log on. He’s even made me a cup of coffee………