The morning starts strong at Cape Lookout with perfect James and Tim weather, but what begins as a confident push toward Beverly Beach slowly unravels into mechanical mayhem and decision-making paralysis. But with the original plan officially in shambles and multiple escape routes beckoning, will we unleash a suffer fest or pivot to something unexpected?

Key Highlights

• Perfect weather conditions - cloudy and cool, exactly what Tim and James prefer for cycling
• Hydration revelation continues - Tim credits proper hydration for yesterday's success and focuses on "cameling up" each morning
• Pacific City pit stop - Tim's favorite Oregon coast town, featuring Stimulus Coffee House for snacks and wifi
• Mechanical troubles return - James's borrowed bike proves problematic again with rear tire issues
• Strategic retreat - Quick pivot from camping at Devil's Lake to a tiki-themed hotel in Lincoln City
• Planning paralysis - Original trip itinerary officially in question with multiple options on the table

Route Details

• Departed Cape Lookout State Park early morning
• Stopped at Stimulus Coffee House in Pacific City (quarter-way point)
• Break at Neskowin Market before the big Lincoln City climb
• Final destination: Lincoln City hotel instead of planned Devil's Lake camping

Bike Performance Notes

• Tim's bike performing excellently with great rolling and shifting
• Occasional gear hopping suggests minor tune-up needed
• Mostly riding in middle and first chainrings
• James's borrowed bike continuing to present challenges

Food & Fuel Strategy

• Morning: Hydration focus plus caffeine
• Pacific City: Egg burrito repeat from successful Day 3 strategy
• Mid-ride: Red Bull for energy boost
• Lincoln City: Local Mexican restaurant meal (lunch/dinner hybrid)

Decision Point Analysis

• Short day option: Devil's Lake camping (~40+ miles)
• Original plan: Beverly Beach (would have required 20 more miles plus significant climbing)
• Actual choice: Lincoln City hotel night for recovery and planning

Statistics

• Miles Biked: ~40+ miles (shorter day due to mechanical issues)
• Hotel theme: Tiki (delightfully not high-end but perfectly located)
• Bird species that defeat earplugs: 1 (mystery frequency specialist)

• • Flats: Zero