It's been a little while since I've last got to an Internet connection as have been cycling every day since I got to Oregon. I've got rid of the map at the side as it wasn't updating properly and I always tell you where I am in my posts so it was a bit redundant really!
After staying the night in Astoria last Thursday I set off for Manzanita but stopped 15 miles into the journey by heavy wind and rain. I found a hostel to stay at in Seaside for the night then set off the next day in beautiful weather. I've cycled every day since because you have to make the most of the weather while it's good in this part of the country.
The cycling has been fantastic - lots of hills but amazing dramatic views of seastacks and huge sand dunes. I've been camping every night in Oregon as it's only $4 a night if you are a biker and the campsites are really good. There was a particulary good one called Cape Lookout that I wish I'd stayed a bit longer in.
I've also met a few more bikers doing the same tour as me, we tend to agree a campsite to head for then cycle alone during the day and meet again in the evening. Will from Washington has brough a banjo with him which is good to hear around a campfire. The raccoons were out on force last night and managed to get into Will and Douglas' panniers and eat all their food which was quite funny.
So I've now done about 700 miles I reckon and should get to California tomorrow. One of the first places I'll get to is the redwood forests and the Valley of the Giants which should be a highlight of the trip.
3 comments:
Photos, please. Your public wants photos of dramatic views! :-)
Nice progress m, enjoy California it's beautiful here right now.
There's a cold beer and a USA -sized hamburger waiting when you get here.
brady
Marlo - will do as soon as I get to a place with a fast connection, I have plenty! :)
Brady - sounds perfect! I reckon I'll be in San Fran in roughly 12 days (depending on whether I take any days off). I'll keep you updated.
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