Because yesterday was another century ride, today's distance would only be 75 miles. The cool seabreeze and the auroma of seaweeds in the tidal zone were refreshing. An endless string of RV's were parked on the side of the road, and drones of black wet-suited surfers, were in the water, waiting for the big surf! The rolling hills and the tailwinds continued all the way into Santa Monica. I arrived by 3:00 in the afternoon, early enough to enjoy a stroll along the beach. Five hundred miles are behind me with roughly 2,000 miles still ahead, and I am having a blast! California may be in a financial slum, it's scenery, beaches and vistas are rich and a feast to the eyes. The Viceroy hotel, across from the Santa Monica pier, treated me to a free stay, a wonderful reception, and some fine dinning. After having roughed it for the last several days it was a wonderful retreat! Tomorrow will be another day!
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