Interesting.
Sorry, spence18, I can not be your partner because I just started a new job and will have to work for at least 2-3 months. But I am also in Los Angeles, and possibly will head out east somewhere in June, July...
Personally, I never seriously thought about riding with a partner. Think about the bathroom in the field...
It just gives you more freedom, in my opinion.
Interesting point about meeting people.
I think it depends on the person/s and the kind of people you want to meet.
I heard many good stories about cycling in pair but myself would do it only with someone I know well...
Good luck!
2. To the question of sight seeing.
Dear spence, my experiences showed me that the most spectacular and impressive sights - are unexpected. You can find most interesting thing somewhere in the corn field of Oklohoma and not be impressed by something famous...
I would not worry abotut this aspect. Bike travel will sure bring you enough emotions and memories for the future.
Don't other people agree with this?