Today's the day. Sort of.

All coast to coast bike tours must begin at the ocean, with the rear tire being ceremoniously dipped into the water. Logically, the ending involves the front end going for a dip in the other ocean.

We live 2 blocks from the ocean, but since we've packed up our place and subletted, we're spending the night at hotel Tommy and Miyo, which is a few km away from the ocean. So we've made today day one; a "mini-day" involving just the ocean business and a brief ride to their place this afternoon. 

So. Packing has been in full effect. We are ready to go.