So, the flights and train are all booked, September 9th I'm on my way from Vancouver to San Francisco. Due to time constraints I'm only cycling the Eugene to San Francisco portion. I've found a lot of good information here in the touring forum (found an awesome route to the coast out of Eugene), as well as the regional forums, but I was hoping some who have done the trip could chime in on a few questions I still have.

1. I googled the hell out of campsites along my route, and I was wondering if "cheap" campsites exist in California. Through Oregon it's mostly free or $5 a night, but in California some of the state parks are closed by the time I get there, and the private parks are pricey. Even KOA wants $30 a night.

2. Can somebody in San Francisco recommend a bike shop? I already decided I'm going to let pros pack it up for the return trip.

3. Once I get to the Coast I was planning on Highway 101 then Highway 1. Any parts of those I should avoid, or anything in particular I should go see?

Thaks in advance for the help.