Day two was more eventful than expected. We started in misty/rain/fog and were soaked through by the Golden Gate Bridge. We made our way north toward Santa Rosa where we planned to camp just up past the city at Bothe-Napa State Park. Things took a 'turn' when blazing down Nicasio Valley Rd toward Petaluma, winding our way through redwood forest and out into stretches of oak-woodland, Gabriel hit a big pot hole on the shoulder and paid a visit to dust town. Scraped, bleeding, and a little disoriented, Gabriel's crash took us off our planned course for the day. We slowly pedaled into Petaluma and attempted to find a place to stay for the night. Searching warmshowers and asking local bike shops we finally made contact with a man Donn in Santa Rosa. He is president of the Santa Rosa Cycling Club and a big biker like ourselves. On short notice he let us into his home, bought us pizza and beer, and shared some stories from the road. Back in the 80s, Donn toured across the state on the Bicentennial Northern Route before Adventure Cycling was called by that name. He gave us a few tips for tomorrows ride to Sacramento. Thanks for all the support Donn!
Tomorrow 96 miles to Sacramento, past Lake Berryessa, where our fifth rider Lorenzo awaits. Keep cruzin.
Tomorrow 96 miles to Sacramento, past Lake Berryessa, where our fifth rider Lorenzo awaits. Keep cruzin.
I am looking forward to following along on your journey. Thanks for doing the blog for those of us who are extreme cyclists only in our minds! After my brother did his cross-country trip just before his 60th birthday, he said it was the best experience of his life. He said that seeing this country on two wheels offered a very special perspective.
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Carolyn Cochran
yeah team portland cruzers (?) way to go!
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don't forget to call, ryland