The morning starts strong at Cape Lookout with perfect James and Tim weather, but what begins as a confident push toward Beverly Beach slowly unravels into mechanical mayhem and decision-making paralysis. But with the original plan officially in shambles and multiple escape routes beckoning, will we unleash a suffer fest or pivot to something unexpected?
Key Highlights
- Perfect weather conditions - cloudy and cool, exactly what Tim and James prefer for cycling
- Hydration revelation continues - Tim credits proper hydration for yesterday's success and focuses on "cameling up" each morning
- Pacific City pit stop - Tim's favorite Oregon coast town, featuring Stimulus Coffee House for snacks and wifi
- Mechanical troubles return - James's borrowed bike proves problematic again with rear tire issues
- Strategic retreat - Quick pivot from camping at Devil's Lake to a tiki-themed hotel in Lincoln City
- Planning paralysis - Original trip itinerary officially in question with multiple options on the table
Route Details
- Departed Cape Lookout State Park early morning
- Stopped at Stimulus Coffee House in Pacific City (quarter-way point)
- Break at Neskowin Market before the big Lincoln City climb
- Final destination: Lincoln City hotel instead of planned Devil's Lake camping
Bike Performance Notes
- Tim's bike performing excellently with great rolling and shifting
- Occasional gear hopping suggests minor tune-up needed
- Mostly riding in middle and first chainrings
- James's borrowed bike continuing to present challenges
Food & Fuel Strategy
- Morning: Hydration focus plus caffeine
- Pacific City: Egg burrito repeat from successful Day 3 strategy
- Mid-ride: Red Bull for energy boost
- Lincoln City: Local Mexican restaurant meal (lunch/dinner hybrid)
Decision Point Analysis
- Short day option: Devil's Lake camping (~40+ miles)
- Original plan: Beverly Beach (would have required 20 more miles plus significant climbing)
- Actual choice: Lincoln City hotel night for recovery and planning
Statistics
- Miles Biked: ~40+ miles (shorter day due to mechanical issues)
- Hotel theme: Tiki (delightfully not high-end but perfectly located)
- Bird species that defeat earplugs: 1 (mystery frequency specialist)
• • Flats: Zero
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