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Oregon Coast Remix – Part 3

Morning at Beachside State Recreational Site

• Departure from Beachside around 8:30 AM.

• Planning to stop at Yachats, about 10 miles away.

• Encountered a group of young hikers.

Camp Experience

• Ratings for campsites along the way, with particular praise for South Beach and Cape Lookout.

• The soothing sound of crashing waves as a backdrop at Beachside.

Technical and Physical Challenges

• Tim’s battery anxiety despite having sufficient power.

• Horrific leg cramps and focusing on electrolytes.

• The impact of caffeine on appetite suppression and performance.

Journey Highlights

• Departure from Beachside towards Yachats and reminiscing about a previous mishap in Yachats.

• The importance of breakfast and managing indigestion during the ride.

• Discussion on the beauty and challenges of the Oregon Coast terrain.

Midday in Yachats

• James and Tim enjoyed a coffee break and discussed Lael Wilcox’s podcast.

• Description of the Oregon Coast’s scenic beauty, cool weather, and the joy of riding with a tailwind.

Mechanics and Adjustments

• Issues with bike gears and attempts at barrel adjustment.

• Reflecting on the bike’s performance and necessary future adjustments.

Arrival at Jesse M. Honeyman State Park

• Rating the new hiker/biker campsite at Honeyman State Park.

• Reflecting on the day’s ride and the impact of indigestion on performance.

Rider Reflections and Future Plans

• Tim and James discuss their potential next stops and the flexibility needed when plans go awry.

Statistics

Miles biked 35.3
Elevation gained 1427 ft
1472 ft – 435m
Calories eaten at lunch maybe 50
Bikers encountered at camp 0
Nephew post credit scenes 1
Flats 0

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Oregon Coast Remix – Part 2

Morning in Camp

• Coffee experiment failure: James’ protein powder mishap.

• Chilly morning with heavy winds.

• Plans for the day: ride to Newport and Beachside.

Starting the Ride

•Update from Highway 101 near Depot Bay: favorable tailwinds.

•Tim’s new breakfast strategy: snacking on shredded wheat minis.

•Weather and clothing conditions: cool, foggy, perfect for cycling.

First Break

•Brief stop south of Lincoln Beach.

•Positive progress: good pace and energy levels.

•Hydration strategy with electrolyte juice.

Depot Bay Stop

•Stopping for coffee and a treat at Pirate Coffee Company.

•Reflections on past experiences and current ride satisfaction.

Cape Foulweather Climb

•Detailed description of the back road climb on Cape Foulweather.

•Scenic views and serene atmosphere.

•Comparison to previous rides and current weather benefits.

Lunch in Newport

•Meeting James for lunch in Newport.

•Longer than usual break, reflections on its impact.

•Post-lunch ride strategy and sunscreen mishap.

Riding to Waldport

•Update on the ride to Waldport after lunch.

•Grocery run and preparations for the evening.

•Anticipation for Beachside State Recreational Area.

Arrival at Beachside State Recreational Area

•Initial impressions of the campground: close beach access, sandy terrain.

•Comparisons to previous night’s campsite.

•Reflections on the ride and overall experience.

Evening Reflections

•Enjoying the evening with beverages.

•Discussion on the ride and campsite rating.

Statistics

Miles biked 50

Protein powder mishaps 1

Other cyclists in camp 0

Hikers in camp 5

Flats 0

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Oregon Coast Remix – Part 1

Introduction

•Opening remarks from Tim in Washington D.C.

•Packing and preparation challenges.

•Importance of cable run for bike handlebars.

Travel Troubles and Adjustments

•Delayed flight and rebooking with Alaska Airlines.

•Adjusted travel plans leading to an early morning departure.

•Personal updates: spending extra night with family and dealing with remote family health issues.

The Journey Begins

•Revealing Mysterious James as a trip companion.

•Anticipation for the 10th-anniversary trip of the podcast.

•Details of the bike setup and packing.

•Weather conditions and impact on travel.

Flight to Portland

•Flight experience: busy airport and smooth connections.

•Challenges with TSA and bike packing.

•Arriving in Portland and rebuilding the bike.

Portland to Tillamook

•Riding through Portland to brother’s place.

•Adjusting the bike setup.

•Detailed plans for the next day’s travel to the coast.

•Reflections on using local transit systems.

Arrival in Tillamook

•Experience at Tillamook Safeway.

•Bus journey details and using transit apps.

•Mysterious James’s progress on the coast.

Lincoln City Campground

•Campground features and setup.

•Ratings and comparisons of the camping experience.

•Discussion on the evolution of cycling tourism post-COVID.

Wrapping Up

•Final thoughts on the day’s travel and setup.

•Looking forward to the ride through Newport to Beachside State Park.

Statistics

Miles Biked 2.5

Bike tourists in camp 0

Wine-based Choclotinis purchased 2

Mysterious Jameses encountered 1

Flats 0

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The ride

Lincoln City – Crescent City

A couple of fast forwards (PDX-LC, Port Orford-Brookings)

Reasonable mileage

The remix – new to me campsites each night (except the last one – more in a moment)

Pros – even though this a familiar ride, the tick tock of it isn’t so it’s going to be totally different. New challenges, new rhythms. Ability to spend time in the coastal towns differently. No Sunset Bay!

Cons – I’ll miss out on some classic things like South Beach SP. Would have liked more time. Not in proper bike shape for the ride?

Unknowns – there are h/b campgrounds, but are they any good? 

Ride to Union Station, Portland

Bus to Tillamook

Ride to Pacific City?

Bus to Lincoln City

Ride hits so many new h/b campgrounds

Final night… wanted to do Cape Blanco, but in retrospect it’s just too much to get up there (steep and narrow road). Luckily, Humbug Mountain is close enough to Port Orford to bike back to grab the bus. Only campsite I’ll stay at that’s not new to me (barring disaster/change in plans)

Fast forward Port Orford to Brookings and then another bus to Crescent City airport for my car (puke avoidance tour 2024)

The gear

The Safari – same bike (well same frame and a few of the OG components) as the one that road the coast in 2014

Back from the shop and hopefully riding perfectly

Fully loaded, even bringing a stove

Flying with the Dogsbody bag (which has definitely paid for itself at this point)

Two rear panniers

Fork bags, but using the eVent bags instead of those skinny bags that came with them

Will be the closest to a “4 pannier” setup I’ve ever done

Handlebar roll (new bag)

Lots of capacity, but will try to keep amount of gear and clothing to a minimum. May look heavier than it is?

The challenges

Not in the best shape

My usual stops won’t make sense so I’ll be improvising a bit

The upsides

Brand new campgrounds – new sights to see and new perspectives of the coast

Different rhythm to the ride makes it closer to new

I’m in this for fun, not breaking speed records… hoping to stop at a few cool places I usually pass by

Might have some surprises. It’s the ten year anniversary adventure, after all!

Tour Journals start… next week!

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Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift

• Quick housekeeping if you missed last episode’s live show news… I’m off to Oregon for the 10th anniversary tour: Oregon Coast Remixed! We’ll pivot right into that as soon as we wrap up the C&O But Slow over the next few weeks, so stay tuned.

• Also another shout to Lael Wilcox’s pod… her adventure around the world continues so make sure you follow along Lael Rides Around the World wherever you get this pod. Unless you get it off my website, in which case go google hers

C&O But Slow – Part 4

Introduction

• Good morning from the cabin. Discussion about the day’s ride and weather conditions.
• Reflection on the decision to take a zero day due to bad weather.

Travel Plans and Preparations

• Route description: predominantly downhill, then uphill, and flat sections.
• Mention of carrying less load compared to previous rides.
• Discussion on the necessity of taking the garbage to remote bins.
• Weather conditions: cold, layering up, and safety measures with lighting on the bike.
• Highlighting areas of exposure to highways and the importance of planning the ride to avoid rush.

On the Road Experiences

• Initial thoughts after starting the ride and adjusting clothing layers.
• Navigating roads and using Google Maps for routing, challenges with algorithm recommendations.
• Encounter with the lowest elevation point near Back Creek and the difficulties with uphill rides.
• Discussion about the upcoming route, including passing the county landfill and Ridge Road’s rollercoaster-like terrain.

Mid-Ride Reflections

• Break to consume snacks and hydrate, reflection on time management for the ride.
• Encounter with local traffic and the need for careful navigation on Ridge Road.
• Challenges with the bike’s mid gears and potential need for maintenance.

Final Leg of the Journey

• Detailed description of the last few miles and final crossing of Highway 9.
• Observations on new constructions and reflections on the local area’s development.
• Final thoughts on the ride, considering an e-bike for future trips for efficiency.
• Nearing the train station, managing time well and cooling down after the ride.

Arrival at Martinsburg Train Station

• Reflection on the ease of the final stretch and the efficiency of the route taken.
• Thoughts on Martinsburg’s potential and current state, including commuter resources.
• Preparing for the train ride back, discussion on local transit options and their effectiveness.

Return to DC

• Arrival in DC, reflection on the overall trip and its unexpected developments.
• Observations on local cycling culture and the changes seen in the area.
• Mention of upcoming episodes and future plans for spring and summer.

Statistics

• Miles biked 20.1

• Trains taken 1

• Bars eaten 2

• Celebratory train beers 1

• Flats 0

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Watch the show

Top Ten Moments

Honorable Mention Ten

• First episode – 001
• First Brock – 002
• First Aaron and first Sprocket Crossover – 004
• Gillian Klempner Willman and The New Woman – 013
• The Sprocket Podcast bike touring music crossover – 044
• First Cat Caperello-Snyder 056
• Thanksgiving on the C&O – 063
• First Jasmine Reece 069
• First Guthrie solo – 071
• Green Goblin retirement tour – 252-258

Top ten

10. Social Distancing on the C&O (200-203) – April 2020)

9. Katy Trail (118-126 May-June 2018)

8. eBikes with Biking Brian (345 Nov 30, 2023)

7. First Brompton tour in CA (048 – April 28, 2016)

6. Shifty the Elf makes his first appearance on the very first Holiday Spectacular (Pedalshift 038 – December 24, 2015)

5. First Biking to Disney World (277 – March 24, 2022)

4. DC to Cincinnati (165-169 – May-June 2019)

3. The 2020 Bike Touring Draft feat. Sprocket (207 – June 11, 2020)

2. The Mysterious James three pack (190-192 – January 2020)

1. The Pacific Coast (005, 006, 010 – 2014)

Summer 10th Anniversary Tour Reveal

Oregon Coast Remix

• Lincoln City to Crescent City
• Classic touring bike (same one I used 10 years ago for the full coast)
• All new campsites (mostly)
• About a week of riding and no barfing on busses to Medford this time
• Tour preview will be hitting the pod in a few weeks!

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Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift Live 6/8

• The march to the ten year anniversary of the show commences… Live show to celebrate things June 8th, at 8pm ET. It will be podcasted the following week but always down for some live banter. It’ll be on the YouTube channel and here at pedalshift.net/live.
• ALSO, if you aren’t subscribed to and listening to the fantastic Lael Wilcox’s podcast, I can’t recommend it enough. She’s trying to break the world record for cycling the world and is audio journaling it every day. She’s recently completed her eastern US leg and by the time you hear this will be in Europe working her way east. It’s so good – laelwilcox.net for the details. She is a legend and this is elite level stuff!

C&O But Slow – Part 3

Introduction

– Riding to the cabin due to favorable weather conditions

Travel Plans and Preparations

– Description of the route and challenges ahead

– Discussion on safety measures and time management

– Strategy for avoiding bad weather and deciding to ride immediately

On the Road Experiences

– Reflections on the ride: pain, headwinds, and dealing with a truck that rolls coal

– Encounter with challenging road conditions and gearing issues

– Insights on energy management and navigating difficult climbs

Scenic and Safe Routes

– Decision-making on route choices to avoid hazards

– Progress update and estimated distance to the destination

Final Leg of the Journey

– Description of the last few miles and expected challenges

– Nearing the end: checking distance and anticipating weather

Arrival and Reflections

– Arrival at the cabin and initial feelings

– Immediate plans and reflections on the day’s ride

Zero Day

– Announcement of a zero day due to bad weather

– Observations on the weather conditions and impact on the trail

Closing Thoughts

– Strategy for the upcoming ride to the train station

– Gratitude for making the right decision and empathy for those still on the trail

Statistics

• Miles biked 18

• F bombs tossed  1

• Zero days 1

• Heavy rain storms dodged 2

• Flats 0