Originally Posted by
SFGary
Hi Mev, thanks for your reply. when you say you came down the coast, I am assuming Hwy 1? Homeyba, another experienced rider also suggested that option. Can a "bigger" person handle all the hills on the coast. I have driven parts of Hwy 1 and there some good climbs. Also how was the ride across Death Valley? How hot was it and how long did it take?. I'll check out your link and get back if I have any questions. Thanks again.
Gary
As far as hills on the coast go, there are some larger hills between Monterrey and Cambria but after that not too much - so I'd just budget a little extra time for that stretch - but don't think that should disqualify the choice.
On the Death Valley ride, we went the first week of May. It was slightly warmer than normal (~104F), so on one day coming into Furnace Creek, we were happy to have started early and got into town before the worst heat hit. Otherwise, pleasant.