A rainy start and late breakfast had the guys wondering just what they were doing this morning. For 3 hours the rode in the rain that included a super big uphill section that left them as wet inside their gear as outside. Then as they rode into Sand Lake the sun emerged and they finally found a place open for breakfast. Happier and drier they continued on along the coast marvelling at the stunning panoramic views and gorgeous, continuous beaches stretching out for miles below the highway.
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| Maurice and Gary at Lookout in rain & fog (this one's for Maya) |
They are seeing more and more cyclists going both directions and still find it a heartwarming experience to continually meet and talk to really nice people whenever they stop, especially the kids who want to know what these granpa's are doing and where they are going.
Their route today took them through Netarts, Sand Lake, and Pacific City via Cape Lookout State Park where they climbed the 1st of 2 "stinker" hills. This one 5 km up and 5km down. The 2nd hill came at the end of the day as they rode into Lincoln City. They are spending the night at the Ashley Inn in Lincoln City, drying out and taking the opportunity to do their laundry (group decision that it was time!) and in good spirits despite the rotten start to the day.
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| Day 9 Route |
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