Redwoods and Pacific

Yesterday, as I rode from Boonville to Mendocino, I passed through redwood forests. The trees are spectacular, looming over the narrow, winding road. Even though the sun is shining, the trees prevent sunlight from breaking through and temperatures have dropped from nearly 100 in the last few days, to the high 60s today.

As I approach the coast, a fog has rolled in and temperatures have dropped further. Even with the fog, the sight of the rocky Pacific coast is exhilarating. The ride along the shoreline highway is impressive. By 5pm, after riding through the imposing fog and low temperatures for an hour or so, I have taken shelter at a local inn for the evening. After a quick shower, I step out of the inn to see that the fog has rolled through and reveals a clear, gorgeous evening and it bodes well for tomorrow.

My new chain performed admirably and I'm ready for the hills of the next few days along the California coast.