I think I will be able to pack enough raw foods from stop to stop, but I am not entirely sure what route I am going to take. I have seen some trip reports of coastal routes that seem less rural, but involve a few ferry rides. Other than that, I might just find a way to temporarily carry a few loaves of bread and PB&J until I reach a point where services are more frequent. Truck stop surfing might be an exciting way to go though!

Ken, the patagonia puff that is like a 1/3 zip pullover and has no pockets (aside from one chest pocket) is what I use. Super light. Great layer. This one... http://www.travelgearblog.com/archiv...-pullover.html

And as far as weather, I hear it can be really variable up north. I am not sure if I am going to ride the pacific coast or if I will ride more inland continental divide-ish. (Rockies get frequent afternoon storms in the late summer).