The drive to SLO took about 2.5 hrs. The skies were gray and gloomy as I approached my destination. It was getting a bit discouraging that I might have to ride in the rain, but it was certainly better than blazing heat. I stopped at Scout Coffee Company for a cup of cappuccino and pastry and was amazed by how fresh everything is there.
Read Christy W.'s review of Scout Coffee Company on Yelp
I then headed to the farmer's market that was supposed to be open on Sundays next to one of the hotels, but for whatever reason there was no sign of a farmer's market. Disappointed, I had a couple more bites of that heavenly croissant I purchased at the coffee shop and went to check out the Bob Jones Trail.
The trail did not disappoint. After a minor set back trying to adjust the brakes on the front wheel of the bike, I was riding along the trail together with few hikers and cyclers. The trail was very peaceful filled with wildlife and different species of birds in the midst of changing scenery. The trail ended at the beach where I turned around and cycled back.
My next stop was a point along Hwy 1 that I chose about an hour away from SLO. I pulled into the parking lot overseeing the ocean, got my bike out (this time experienced with how to adjust the brakes) and started my ride. While it was not the most peaceful ride given that it is right on the highway, the views were amazing. On the way back, I saw a coyote dragging the body of a dead deer from the side of the highway. As I passed by, he got a bit spooked, but stared right at me. I wondered if he would chase me, but then realized that he already had his meal ;)
5 miles on Bob Jones trail + 13 miles on Hwy 1 = exhaustion and peace. I loved SLO and will certainly come back.
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