45 miles, 2900' of elevation gain, temp range of 54 to 74 under somewhat cloudy skies.
We were treated to one of the most beautiful rides of the trip. We we left our hotel we were on the coast bike path within a few short blocks and were treated to a flock of Pelicans as well as several Harbor Seals sunning themselves. Still cant tell the boys from the girls.
17 mile drive takes you along the coast past Pacific Grove and eventually into the exclusive area of Pebble Beach. Plenty of high end homes and the three famous golf courses but no Tiger. You don't get bored on this bike loop as the views are breathtaking of the ocean, rocks, jetties and kelp beds.
After we left the 17 mile drive, bicycled into Carmel with more riding along the ocean. Eventually, however, we went a little inland and kept going south on Hwy. We did cross some of the most photographed bridges with those incredible spans on our way to Big Sur.
We stayed in a State Park that has a lodge and several cabins that were quite charming. Dinner as well as breakfast was in the lodge and I must admit it was nice to sit at a table indoors. No wifi, cell coverage or TV at the lodge but we were all happy with the entire facility. We walked out onto our deck and were treated to deer and wild turkeys. All is well with our continued journey.
I really enjoyed seeing everyone in San Francisco. I don't know if I mentioned it to you our not, but I've been reading ALL of the blogs each day and have enjoyed the journey with you (without having to do the work) as you've met the challenge of riding those darn hills. What an adventure it has been. Here is to a SAFE RIDE for the remaining couple of days. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
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