SEA - SFO 1700k
On November 11, 2024, I got an email from Mark Thomas and the SIR crew. It read as follows: “SIR plans to “host” a point-to-point brevet from the Space Needle to the Golden Gate Bridge. After a jog into the Cascade Mountains, the route (currently under development) will make its way to the Astoria bridge and then pretty much follow the coast from there. In true “audacious” spirit, the ride will be completely unsupported”. No support, no drop bags, no food provided, no lodging provided, no assistance with bike!” Yes, sir, this was my kind of ride. This would eventually be labeled, SEA – SFO 1700k. As time passed, I kept telling myself I needed to start making plans for the ride. I should study the route, check out lodging, food availability, etc. However, I did not do any of that. I had spent most of the time planning for the Hoodoo 500. Hoodoo was only two weeks prior to SEA – SFO and it was important I find a way for my body to not self-destruct at altitude. At the time, I t...