We decided a while ago that we should try to do an overnight trip as part of our training. We ended up scheduling it just a week before the big tour, so I guess it’s kind of a dry run more than anything else.

As we were getting ready to leave the house this morning I heard a funny noise. I looked outside and saw that it was pouring! Still sunny though. After about 10 minutes it stopped. Quite an auspicious start.

Today was a pretty quick ride down Highway 1. Tomorrow we take the long way back. Nice views of the ocean, although parts were pretty foggy. There was more car traffic than I would have liked, but there was a pretty nice shoulder most of the way.

We stopped for lunch at Pomponio State Beach. Anne took Ruth to see the ocean. Apparently she freaked out at the waves coming over her toes, but calmed down once Mommy told her it was just the ocean giving her a kiss.

We arrived at our lodging fairly early, so had a chance to walk around a bit. It’s a pretty nice place, with regular hotel rooms, RV campsites, canvas cabins, and also horses! We’re in a hotel room – I’m quite fond of a proper shower after a bike ride.

Ruth is now “sleeping” on the floor next to the bed. She actually playing with the room phone (unplugged) and ducking out of sight if I look at her.

Animal sightings: cows, horses, goats, some lizards flitting in the bushes

Mechanical problems: none