We stop at an unspoilt 1950's diner for second breakfast, and who should be inside - the local Sheriffs - who wave at us cheerily through the window as we dismount!
Then we head for the 18thC Mission, beautifully preserved in its extensive grounds.
Now we enter rock strewn canyon country, where the first Western movies were filmed. This is the old road by-passed by a Freeway, so no traffic! There is a steady climb over Susana Pass Road, and a drop into Simi Valley. Another great cycle path by the river provides some traffic-free miles and a birding opportunity - White-faced Ibis and Redwinged Blackbirds.
We are the first cyclists our Warmshowers hosts Bernie and Diana have had, as they are not on any national route. We spend a great evening with them and some of their neighbours.
Next morning we follow Bernie's route onto Mulholland Drive and down Topanga Canyon. As it is Saturday there are Lycra cyclists about and lots of folks heading down to Venice Beach. We meet up with Harriet right on schedule, and in time to celebrate her birthday: lunch at the Tasting Kitchen and retail therapy at Bloomingdales with an evening stroll on the pier at Santa Monica.
The election is happening at last after months of hype, "our" local library is coping as a polling station, with none of the 3hr queues occurring in Florida!
It only remains to package the bikes and fly home tomorrow. Thanks to everyone who helped us on the way.
Total tour miles: 3,217
Location:Santa Clarita to Los Angeles
