Ultimate Ride - Day 31

Today was a marvelous day--a warm, sunshiny day with clear blue skies. Much of the ride was on cliffs high above the Pacific Ocean and it seemed like you could view the coastline for miles and miles. There were several ascents and descents that veered around rivers and bays. The book described one 500' descent as an exhilarating switchback that was a better road for cycling than driving. Ed careened down the switchbacks well ahead of a red sports car. As he was climbing up the other side, a passenger in the car gave him a thumbs up as if saying it was a job well done. In the meantime Sharla was using her brakes almost all the way down and allowing cars to pass her way behind Ed. This was a day that the stunning coastline view and gorgeous weather helped fulfill Ed's dream journey down the coast.

 Arrived at Bodega Dunes State Park in the middle of the afternoon after going only 25 miles with lots of stops to admire the views (and catch our breath). By the time it got dark, there were 13 bikers in a small hiker/biker campsite. We met Joe who is a landscaper from California that had gone Santa Cruz and now was returning home. We also met Bob and Marilyn, who are a brother/sister team from Nova Scotia and Vermont. Neither of their spouses camp so they are touring together to San Francisco. They are the first ones we have met who are probably at least 5 or so years older than us who are enjoying themselves and doing great.