Lost Coast Loop 9/4

[melville]

One of the great day rides in my area. The coast is lost because the state highways 1 and 101 are nowhere near the water for this stretch. GS riders can continue South, staying near the coast on the (seasonal dirt) Usal road all the way to Hwy 1 in Rockport.



I hadn't seen this feature before--hit this link, and then hit the button that says "3D" next to "Driving Directions...."

https://maps.google.com/maps?q=fernbrid ... CAgQ_AUoAg

I think it gives a good representation of the experience, although I'd prefer the horizon to tilt in the corners. It may not run well or at all on dial-up.

On the way there, one of the largest remaining RR structures left around here, 15+ years after the trains quit running:



And a couple of many places in the first section of twisties where you realize you're at the edge of the known world:





When we checked out melvilleville 15 years ago, looking to move here, I rode my bicycle up and over these hills whilst Muriel drove around the other way in our Beetle to meet me. It was an amazing day, with the sun and the hailstones hitting me simultaneously at times. I was sold on the area after that ride, knowing this would be where we would spend the rest of our lives.

After that first section, one tumbles to the coast and can see the westernmost part of California, Cape Mendocino:



And here my focus shifted, as it was time to nab a few geocaches. I think these are public geocaches (that you all can see), we are 'humspuds' when we geocache:

http://www.geocaching.com/geocache/GC3M ... cd94c3c0cc

http://www.geocaching.com/geocache/GC3P ... e298e70607

http://www.geocaching.com/geocache/GC41 ... 732b2564cd

While getting that third cache, a C130 flew overhead. Truly impressive, as the NorHum dope growers don't use anything bigger than a single engine Cessna.

Then rolling on to Honeydew, where they have this great bridge:



With that mischief managed, it was time to move on. Again, hit the '3D' button for some fun:

https://maps.google.com/maps?q=petrolia ... CAgQ_AUoAg

All that riding and geocaching made me hungry, but a solution was soon at hand:





'Twas a Super, chicken, 'hot' salsa. Really hit the spot. From here:



A great day out, it was. Then I got home and El Kombi was gone. Seems Muriel rented a kayak and went out by herself yesterday, even deigning to drive a very loud Kombi to make it happen. She had a great time, taking a rising bay tide up a slough, and lingering at the peak, then riding the declining tide back to where she put in. I predict that our next round of hookers 'n' blow money will be spent on boats and such.

[Zombie Master]

Lovely ride, lovely bike!

[Airbear]

I predict that our next round of hookers 'n' blow money will be spent on boats and such.

"hookers and blow money"? Is this a standard budget item for the average nice american family?

While I totally approve of spending money on boats, I am a little concerned for the welfare of those hard working people in the sex and drug industries. Boats can be just as addictive, by the way.

Nice ride, Mel. Couldn't find the 3D button - sounds interesting.

[SteveD]

I predict that our next round of hookers 'n' blow money will be spent on boats and such.

"hookers and blow money"? Is this a standard budget item for the average nice american family?

While I totally approve of spending money on boats, I am a little concerned for the welfare of those hard working people in the sex and drug industries. Boats can be just as addictive, by the way.

Nice ride, Mel. Couldn't find the 3D button - sounds interesting.

I can see that on the budget statement now!

I can't see the 3D button either. That's a great feature. I tried it on the Omeo to Tangambalanga road. Talk about fun!

[melville]

I predict that our next round of hookers 'n' blow money will be spent on boats and such.

"hookers and blow money"? Is this a standard budget item for the average nice american family?

While I totally approve of spending money on boats, I am a little concerned for the welfare of those hard working people in the sex and drug industries. Boats can be just as addictive, by the way.

Nice ride, Mel. Couldn't find the 3D button - sounds interesting.

I can see that on the budget statement now!

I can't see the 3D button either. That's a great feature. I tried it on the Omeo to Tangambalanga road. Talk about fun!

Hmmmm, maybe the 3D is just on my cookies.

H 'n' B is our household reference to a windfall, although I have used it at work at The Number Factory. A client, single guy, making $400K/year, came in with money (not enough!) troubles. I laughed, and asked, "Isn't it a PITA that you have to cash the check first because you can't be paid directly in hookers 'n' blow?"

I don't work there anymore, sick of dealing with first world problems......

I expect Muriel will be spending part of her next commission on a kayak or two.

[Deleted User 287]

I don't work there anymore, sick of dealing with first world problems......

Right on with your right-ons!

[SteveD]

I can't see the 3D button either.

Hmmmm, maybe the 3D is just on my cookies.

I can see it if I make my own map, and then watch it, but not if I try and send it. It didn't appear in the sent link when opened.

[Deleted User 287]

I can't see the 3D button either.

Hmmmm, maybe the 3D is just on my cookies.

I can see it if I make my own map, and then watch it, but not if I try and send it. It didn't appear in the sent link when opened.

When I click on the link, not only do I not see the 3D button, but the route is NOWHERE near (except the starting point) mel's loop.