Managed to get about 3 hours sleep in the tent next to the traffic on US1 - but only with the help of ear plugs and a sleeping tablet!
We set off intending to have breakfast in Guadaloupe12 miles along our route. The heavens opened again half way there and we were forced to put on waterproofs yet again as we were getting soaked. California sun - don't believe it! Guadaloupe had several cafes/diners - all Mexican - so we dripped our way into one and had hot coffee and hotcakes. We tried not to be too gloomy but this really is a test.
However, the rain abated shortly afterwards and we continued our journey in dry conditions, much of it through acres and acres of agricultural land planted with strawberries, lettuces and other vegetables - quite a change from miles of coastline. The last few miles were very hard - a long steep winding ascent to the top of some hills followed by an exhilarating descent into Lompoc with far reaching views all around.
Sally had told us that the campsite in Lompoc is a 'garbage pit' so, heeding her advice, we headed straight for a Motel 6 - a bargain at €60 all in. And, yes, a laundry too - thank heaven for small mercies!
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