I've seen skunks, chipmunks. The ride makes graphic what we miss by depending upon cars so much- both the ugly, as well as the beautiful. It is Los Angeles' only ecological demonstration home. Bicycling or walking comes first as a form of transportation, then mass transit, then our electric vehicle, carpooling and lastly use of a car. I am on, is not only for fighting AIDS, but it is also putting into action a tenet of Eco-Home. making the connection that by bicycling more, the air can be cleaner which in turn helps all our immune systems.
Temperatures are cooler.
There is also a descent that is quite a thrill. At the end of our day we are welcomed by youngsters along the road to our campsite at the Santa Barbara County Fairgrounds in Santa Maria. This is our shortest day but the one with two difficult hills and at the end is beautiful Cachuma Lake near Santa Ynez and Solvang. I receive my best compliment yet on the road. You are SO consistent.