Southern California - here i come :)

I am leaving Monday from New York and driving my car all the way down to San Clemente, my new home.
I really like how you guys live in Cali. So much more laid back and such a better quality of life.
Anyway I am really excited to move there and I cant wait to hop on my bike and get to know the area.

I saw a lot of cyclists from my balcony riding through San Clemente so I guess there must be a bike trail going through. It is very motivating to see this from the balcony.

I would like to eventually ride my bike to San Diego and back if this is possible without riding on the 5.
I know there is a huge military base that is in my way but I was just wondering if there is any way that you can get through without going on the 5.

I know I am asking a lot of questions but since the West Coast people are more chill I guess it wont be a problem.

So I am going to be stationed in San Clemente (i know I said it like 10 times), I am just looking for places to ride my bike without getting lost. If you can suggest some places please do. I will offer free water refills in return and occasional home made cookies. :) That is in San Clemente :D

Laid back? No, that's Hawaii. Chill, yes.

Camp Pendleton is the marine base you're talking about. Last time I checked, it was open to cyclist (bring your ID). I believe there is a phone number or website you can check to confirm if it's still open. I'm sure someone will post the link/number or you can just google it.

There are south to north directions through the base here: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=558620

What city are you going to be living in?

Since you're a resident now, you have to stop calling it "Cali."

Welcome to California avduka! San Clemente is a great town, you will love it.

since you're a resident now, you have to stop calling it "cali."+1

hey thank you guys for the welcoming... i already feel home and I really really love my new state, and this is right after traveling through Europe with a rental car. I went to Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro and Bosnia (my home sweet home) and I was set to move to Barcelona but then I went to Cali and fell in love with it. There is so much to do there and explore. I was just there 3 weeks ago and drove all the way to northern Cali to Sierra mountains which is just breathtaking. I went to Yosemite National Park, Mono Lake and Lake Tahoe and passed through Reno Nevada. I love San Diego by the way. :)
There is just so many beautiful landscapes and it feels great to get away from all the buildings in NY.
I am also really looking forward to my cross country ride. I hope to make the best out of the trip even though I will be going all alone with 3 bikes strapped to the roof.
It is pretty tough though just getting up and moving and leaving all your family and friends behind.
My sister just had a baby and my mom is crying because I am leaving so it is really tough. I wish I could just take everyone with me.
So what I do when I feel sad is just look at the pictures I took when I was in Cali and my whole mood just lightens up. Beach and palm trees just make me smile :)

hey thank you guys for the welcoming... i already feel home and I really really love my new state, and this is right after traveling through Europe with a rental car. I went to Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro and Bosnia (my home sweet home) and I was set to move to Barcelona but then I went to Cali and fell in love with it. There is so much to do there and explore. I was just there 3 weeks ago and drove all the way to northern Cali to Sierra mountains which is just breathtaking. I went to Yosemite National Park, Mono Lake and Lake Tahoe and passed through Reno Nevada. I love San Diego by the way. :)
There is just so many beautiful landscapes and it feels great to get away from all the buildings in NY.
I am also really looking forward to my cross country ride. I hope to make the best out of the trip even though I will be going all alone with 3 bikes strapped to the roof.
It is pretty tough though just getting up and moving and leaving all your family and friends behind.
My sister just had a baby and my mom is crying because I am leaving so it is really tough. I wish I could just take everyone with me.
So what I do when I feel sad is just look at the pictures I took when I was in Cali and my whole mood just lightens up. Beach and palm trees just make me smile :)

That's three times! Are you trying to provoke me?:)

Northern Californians talk slower than us. Maybe they're the laid back ones.

That's three times! Are you trying to provoke me?:)

Actually, since he hasn't officially "arrived" yet he still isn't a resident so he can keep calling it "Cali" for a day or 2 more.

After that however... :injured: