the plan

In celebration of transition (and a chance at a month off) I've decided to ride my bike from Seattle to somewhere in Southern California between June 27th and July 20th. I'm moving to Boston on July 28th so I had to cut the original plan a bit short. So it doesn't sound like I'll make it all the way down to San Diego (boo!) The goal is Santa Barbara to visit my aunt and grab a ride home with my friend Lisa.

I'll be riding around 80 miles a day on average carrying all my gear. Day 1 is planned out:

I start at my grandma's in Kirkland, WA and ride to Seattle (15 miles) where I hop on a ferry to Bremerton. Then it's just a quick 75 miles to camp in Montesano, WA. Day 1 will be about 90 miles of riding. Hope my sit bones can handle it.

On day 2, after Montesano, I ride another 50 miles to the Pacific Coast and meet up with the route in this awesome book. It has maps, campsites, and things to do along the way:
It looks pretty comprehensive. We'll see how it goes. After that I'll pretty much follow the route in the book--trying to put in a bit more miles than suggested to make my deadline.

I'll be posting here with updates on my whereabouts and experiences throughout the trip when I come across some wifi. Hope you follow!

Thanks,
Niko