The morning begun with Brad making porridge in the coffee machine. We needed a warm breakfast as today started out in the high 50's with mist covering the climbs. We stopped for two lunches as everyone's appetite has been growing.
It was only after we passed San Simeon that the sun finally made an appearance. This may have been due to various sacrifices we spotted on the way - possum, deer, snake, raccoon and nearly a tarantula that was crossing the road. On a less morbid note, we spotted many species of local fauna which were alive - a colony of around 200 elephant seals, a spectacular and rare condor and Jimmy caught sight of a whale.
We were joined by Michael Raimondi and friend part way through the ride and their fresh legs helped lead us into Morro Bay. Another helping hand came by way of pills Jimmy was pedalling from his suitcase - the wonder drug was apparently used by Lance's team earlier this year and they certainly worked for Jimmy who rode like a hurricane. More good news - Giles is due to join us on Tuesday which lifts our spirits (and tired legs) further.
At dinner Jake made everyone do so many toasts that we must have polished off a bottle of red wine each.
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