That's right, it only took him two days to call me back - says that there is not a lot of cell phone coverage out on the coast! I guess I believe him.
If you are wondering where Point Arena is...http://maps.google.com/maps?q=California&f=s&utm_campaign=en&utm_source=en-ha-na-us-google-gm&utm_medium=ha&utm_term=ca%20map
In the absence of pictures from him, I am finding some on the web to use for now :-)
So, a bit of history on what he's been up to;
After leaving SF, he and Kristen traveled together to Salt Point (north of the Russian River by about 25 miles), where he had to take a bus to Santa Rosa, get a rental car, and drive the 5 or so hours to Reno for his Mother's wedding party. So, took about a 4-day break.
Back on the road, he traveled up Highway 1, and talked specifically about a "big hill" in Pt. Reyes where it was 17% grade (near Limantour State Beach). Crazy. His mantra right now, being on Highway 1 without any shoulders, is the following;
"When the wind hits you hard, aim for the ditch"
Other fun facts;
- Trying to be a "tough guy" we went without padded bike shorts for the first five days. Now he's got them and he is converted.
- He's been camping every night.
- Lots of headwind today, is going around 46 miles, and is camping tonight at the Manchester State Park
- Has been carrying all of his food on him (heavier, but a lot cheaper) and only stops for treats.
Next up - Fort Bragg, and then Arcata. He thinks that he'll be able to send photos for sure from Arcata!
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